In the context of the prestigious Burning Man festival, renowned as the global epicenter of ephemeral art, the artistic collective Pink Intruder has conceived a work of remarkable significance: a cubic pavilion in white and gold tones that encapsulates a cutting-edge representation of the city of València and its most emblematic celebration, "les Falles." This event, which unfolds in a harsh desert environment plagued by frequent sandstorms, stands out for its ability to promote social change.

The centerpiece of our contribution to this unique pavilion was a work of light art, whose essence resided in its interaction with the minimalist structure that composes it. Through meticulously crafted light choreographies, we illuminated and obscured the interior elements of the pavilion, infusing it with life and dynamism.

However, the most intriguing element of our creation lay in the pavilion's skin, a surface that pays homage to the iconic historical building of La Lonja de València. This surface was adorned with faces of characteristic "les Falles" figures, representing a tribute to this culturally rooted festival. Nevertheless, our proposal was to conceal these images in plain sight to the casual observer. Instead of directly illuminating these representations, we chose to reflect light from the interior of the pavilion onto the surface, creating an intriguing visual game that revealed the symbolic essence of the pavilion only to those observers willing to approach.

In this way, our work of light art for Pink Intruder's pavilion at the Burning Man festival fused artistic innovation with cultural tradition, challenging the viewer's expectations and adding a unique dimension to the artistic experience in this distinctive setting.

Photographs Noel Arraiz

Video Sergi Palau