Just wanted to say hi and introduce myself while I'm preparing overseas for this year's burn.
A little about me, my name is Kris, I'm originally from Canada but have lived in Sydney Australia for the past 8 years.
While I lived in Canada Ive never attended a non-commercialised festival or any event with a strong DIY culture until I moved to Sydney. In Australia I was introduced to "doofs" which for those who don't know, is Aussie slang for an electronic party out in the bush. Some doofs are official with permits and bros and cops and trash tsunamis etc, while the best ones in my opinion are small and intimate with minimal environmental impact, where you get to know creative people, and everything is put on entirely by the participants.
What struck me about burning man when I first went in 2016 was the sheer scale of just what "do it yourself" can accomplish. People were erecting colossal temporary structures, installing spectacular artworks, and organising an overwhelming number of events, social groups and attractions. I had such an inspiring time being involved with and meeting a diverse array of people that when I returned back home I quit my job as a web developer and decided to do what I truly wanted to do - work with power tools and make art.
Fast forward two years, I now have a workshop where I make mechanical wooden sculptures and I've found my gang of artist friends. My bodys feeling better from not sitting down so much and I'm enjoying my days rather than grinding through them. I decided to return to burning man and this time I'm bringing my partner to show her what it is that made such an impact on me.
Anyway, just wanted to say hello and share my story and I'm looking forward to getting involved with the community and seeing what incredible stuff you guys will come up with again this year!
Also, if anyone could recommend a theme camp that would accept two ppl flying in from Australia I'd greatly appreciate it! Im fairly capable with power tools, my gf is great at everything else
cheers!
