Where, Who You Are, Earrings

Where, Who You Are, 2021 Earrings by Shannon Shiang.

Shannon writes, “Made for the Renegade Burn, this piece represents our culture and principals in an ancient coin, spinning round in any direction signifying the troubled times in 2020 to 2021. The Lightning Bolt is the energy we give and the rainbow gem in the center is the Man and the light that reflects to guide us. The Steel metal used is strength, bonding us together.” Just Brilliant!

Artifact courtesy of Christine (Lady Bee) Kristen in 2024.

Photo from the Playa taken by Erin Willson.

Master Jeweler Shannon Shiang is one of the most important and iconic Makers of the Playa. A veteran of many years, she celebrates each Burning Man with a limited edition pendant that only a master jeweler can produce. Her work is featured in Museums including the 2018 exhibit No Spectators, The Art of Burning Man at the Smithsonian’s Renwick Gallery in Washington D.C. and is published in Karen (Suki) Christians, Christine (Lady Bee) Kristen book, Jewelry of Burning Man. p71, 77, 78.