Once a year, tens of thousands of participants will gather at Black Rock Desert in Nevada in order to create Black Rock City, on the value of art, self-expression and self-confidence. A week later, the city is not a trace remains. Attempts to explain what art festival Burning Man to those who have never been on it, somewhat reminiscent of the attempts to explain how a particular color looks like a man blind from birth.

 To understand this event, it is necessary to participate. Burning Man - the embodiment of a singular culture, based on ten principles (they are listed below.)
There are no strict rules of conduct do not, each participant seeks to express themselves and find inner freedom and harmony.
Santizo Photographer Hector visited the festival Burning Man in 2009 and 2010, and agreed to share his wonderful photographs.
The first principle of the festival: "Anyone can become a part of the festival Burning Man. We welcome and respect everyone. There are no restrictions for participation in our community.
 The second principle of the festival: «Burning Man - a festival gift. Gifting does not provide a refund or exchange for something of equal value.
 The third principle of the festival: "In order to keep the spirit of giving, our community seeks to create a social environment, without the mediation of commercial structures, economic activities or advertising. We are ready to defend our culture from such exploitation. "
 The sixth principle of the festival: The common effort. "Our community is built on the principles of creative cooperation and collaboration. We strive to produce, promote and protect public buildings, art works, and methods of communication that support such interaction. "
 The seventh principle of the festival: Civil liability. "We appreciate the foundations of civil society. Community members who organize an event should be held responsible for the welfare of society. They must also take responsibility for the activity in accordance with local, state and federal laws. "
 The eighth principle of the festival: leave no trace. "Our community respects the environment. We are committed to leaving no trace of our activities wherever we gather. We clean up after themselves and strive, where possible, to leave the venue in better condition than it was before the festival. "
 The ninth principle of the festival: Creation. "We perceive the world through creation. Everyone is invited to a long and thorough work. Everyone is invited to play. We create the real world through actions that open the heart. "
 The tenth principle of the festival: Overcoming. "We are committed to overcoming the barriers that stand between us and a recognition of our inner self."
 Creation of the sand.
 Temple overcome.
 Rocket.
 Winged people.
 Damn this world.
 So you can protect yourself from sun and wind.
 Hand in hand.
  Diver in the mud.
 Desert Fish.
 Beetle.
 Duel with the dragon.

 Prepare to be burned.
 Celebration.
 Final Festival.