What does it take to build a village in the desert? Backstage Manager Jadestone shares how she found Everywhen, why she keeps coming back, and what’s new in 2025—including the evolving layout, the spirit of volunteerism, and the power of community.

What does it take to create a desert village from scratch? Everywhen Producer CiCi Cheung shares her first-hand experience at the Winter Summit in Gerlach, revealing how the 2025 event is taking shape—from new infrastructure and layout changes to the growing creative community behind the scenes.

From towering light sculptures to heartfelt personal tributes, the inaugural Everywhen in the Mojave was filled with unforgettable art. Director Terri Harris shares highlights and stories from artists who helped shape the Electric Universe.

Massive, luminous, and unforgettable—Kevin Dow’s “Infinite Regression” stunned at Everywhen 2021 at Juplaya, holding its ground against brutal desert storms and drawing crowds into its glowing depths. Dow, a humble yet driven creator, shares how his journey from small camp pieces to full-scale installations led to one of the year’s most iconic playa artworks—and what’s next for the Everywhen.

From its pink-rimmed origins to its flame-belching dance floor, Chester isn’t just an art car—it’s a living legend on wheels. Artist and provocateur Jason Anderholm has transformed Chester into a roaming celebration of self-expression, safe spaces, and unapologetic joy. Built with grit and managed with heart, Chester represents the wild spirit of the Everywhen.

Gigantic, pink, and covered in fuzz, BYTE’s sentient microchips are more than just eye-catching art—they’re a playful dive into the ethics of AI and freedom. Lead artist Jay Blanda and his crew bring the whimsy of animation and the heart of a cartoon revolution to Everywhen with Chip and Tara: two free robots now living for joy, connection, and the occasional dance party under their fur-covered domes.

Chop Shop is coming to the Mojave, and it’s more than a fashion booth—it’s a transformation station. Led by artist Amelia Hamilton, this Everywhen Destination Camp offers wearable art upgrades using scrap leather, stencil work, and creative haircuts. It’s part upcycled design studio, part community empowerment, and 100% in the spirit of Everywhen.

From a spontaneous playa survey in the Black Rock Desert to a full-fledged art village, the Everywhen Project’s evolution is rooted in curiosity, creativity, and community. Learn how an experimental gathering sparked a movement—and how your big or small art can become part of something extraordinary this October in the Mojave.