Space 1: Canvas 3: Sunset Over the Sacred Spires (2014)

Space 1: Canvas 3: Sunset Over the Sacred Spires (2014)

Framed upon Wall Four of Space One, this evocative, wide landscape photograph by Pierre Ekman captures the serene, magical transition into dusk at the Dance Temple during the 2014 edition, themed 'The Feminine.'

Capturing the structural essence of the space, this image highlights the dancefloor taking shape through raw architectural forms. The scene is bathed in the intense, golden warmth of a low afternoon sun sinking toward the horizon, casting long shadows across the dry, sandy earth. Towering high into the sky are several monumental, open-lattice wooden spires that punctuate the festival grounds like ancient monoliths. Beneath them, numerous festival-goers are scattered across the sun-drenched ground, captured in relaxed, candid moments of connection and transition. They stroll in small groups, stand in conversation, or rest on the earth, their silhouettes and highlighted figures glowing in the rich backlight. To the left, the geometric panels of the shaded dance Space stretch out, while in the background, the sun reflects brilliantly off the calm waters of the lake, perfectly encapsulating the peaceful, grounded camaraderie of Boomland at twilight.