Hello!

Jax Dee · Post by **Jax Dee** » Sat Jun 11, 2011 11:57 pm

Hi all,

I'm attending for my third time this year (went in 2008 and 2009). I camp with the Midnight Ridazz and currently live in Virginia.

I have recently had health issues that have led to me leaving my job and being on disability. Rather that look at this as a negative and get down on myself I am trying to see all the positive things I can do with my new found free time.

I am getting back into my passion of creating art work and I am getting to come to Burning Man this year when I thought I wouldn't be able to. I am hoping with getting back into my art and having the free time I might even be able to bring my artwork to Burning Man 2012.

Anyone who has advice for an artist aiming to contribut to Burning Man next year would be appreciated. And I hope to get to meet some of you this year on the playa in 2011!

-Jax

Post by **Elderberry** » Sun Jun 12, 2011 5:32 am

Hey there, welcome to eplaya!

Foxfur · Post by **Foxfur** » Sun Jun 12, 2011 6:14 am

Welcome Jax!
I was laid off last year and thus been given an opportunity to attend.
The Man and ePlaya have inspired me to create again. It is inspiring to have a goal to build towards and sharing ideas or posting photos of progress is infectious. Some will see them and say 'that's beautiful' while others will say 'say, that gives me an idea...'

,
Ff

Rabbette · Post by **Rabbette** » Sun Jun 12, 2011 9:34 am

Hi Jax Dee

I'm from VA too this year will be my first burn and I hope to have some ceramic pinhole cameras to take with me. Nice to make your acquaintance!

Rabbette · Post by **Rabbette** » Sun Jun 12, 2011 9:36 am

I meant to ask - What kind of art work? Do Tell

Ugly Dougly · Post by **Ugly Dougly** » Sun Jun 12, 2011 10:01 am

Jax Dee, consider volunteering to help on an art project this year, you may learn a lot of practical details that will help you when you are ready to bring your own art.

gyre · Post by **gyre** » Sun Jun 12, 2011 10:25 am

The cafe uses some artists.

Jax Dee · Post by **Jax Dee** » Sun Jun 12, 2011 4:41 pm

Rabbette - I haven't gotten much beyond thinking I want to contribute. I know that going as a disabled person and every year having people be surprised at how well I manage on the playa has made me want to do something that represents the disabled community.

Ugly Dougly - Great idea! I've already sent in a volunteer form but I will follow up on the playa and see if any artists need another hand.

I'm so excited for this year! Now I just need to find someone to drive out with me

I hate driving alone.

theCryptofishist · Post by **theCryptofishist** » Sun Jun 12, 2011 7:00 pm

Jax, if you have anything to contribute to this thread, I'd love to hear it. (Now, I really hope that I don't have to start from scratch on this. Poof.)

dragonpilot · Post by **dragonpilot** » Mon Jun 13, 2011 9:32 am

Jax Dee wrote:I'm so excited for this year! Now I just need to find someone to drive out with me I hate driving alone.

Check out the Rideshare link which will become active for 2011 soon
(http://rideshare.burningman.com)

Also, try to connect with local Burners...get face-to-face! (http://regionals.burningman.com/us_va.html)

Jax Dee · Post by **Jax Dee** » Mon Jun 13, 2011 8:05 pm

dragonpilot wrote:
Jax Dee wrote:I'm so excited for this year! Now I just need to find someone to drive out with me I hate driving alone.
Check out the Rideshare link which will become active for 2011 soon
(http://rideshare.burningman.com)

Also, try to connect with local Burners...get face-to-face! (http://regionals.burningman.com/us_va.html)

Thanks for the suggestions, I'm already on it! Just haven't found anyone yet. Still got two months so no rush.

Post by **AntiM** » Tue Jun 14, 2011 7:37 am

A simple way to participate:

http://eplaya.burningman.org/viewtopic.php?t=37659

Jax Dee · Post by **Jax Dee** » Tue Jun 14, 2011 8:41 am

AntiM wrote:A simple way to participate:

http://eplaya.burningman.org/viewtopic.php?t=37659

What a lovely idea! I will def keep my eyes open for interesting pieces. Or maybe make some of my own.

worksofheart · Post by **worksofheart** » Tue Jun 14, 2011 3:07 pm

Welcome, Jax! Next year will be my first burn (how's that for planning ahead?), but thanks to AntiM's Home for Wayward Art a little art will make it to the playa in my stead....living vicariously this year! What form does your art take? I think you'll find eplaya to be full of creative inspiration and friendly folks!

Blessings!

Jax Dee · Post by **Jax Dee** » Tue Jun 14, 2011 5:34 pm

worksofheart wrote:Welcome, Jax! Next year will be my first burn (how's that for planning ahead?), but thanks to AntiM's Home for Wayward Art a little art will make it to the playa in my stead....living vicariously this year! What form does your art take? I think you'll find eplaya to be full of creative inspiration and friendly folks!
Blessings!

Hey it never hurts to be prepared! I mostly draw or paint, but occasionally the sculpting bug takes me over. Usually organic pieces based on nature or interesting vintage fabric I find.