Imagine a cosmic disaster where particles fill the air, obliterating the sun and plunging the earth into darkness. In the aftermath of Valentine's Day -- on Saturday, February 16th, from 11am-4pm, at the Exploratorium -- view Flowers from a Nuclear Winter, by Burning Man artist Rod Pujante. Pujante creates life without chlorophyll with a live demonstration of transparent flower-making.

Using tiny cutters, pliers, and clear plastic bottles, Rod converts waste into a dreamscape of colorless blooms. Stop by to watch the garden grow -- he'll be available to answer questions. To make your own plastic flowers, visit the Xara Flower-Making Workshop at the Exploratorium from noon-2pm in the Skylight area.

Rod Pujante has twice fallen in love: first with the vibrant art scene in Paris, second with the wonders of Burning Man. -- www.exploratorium.edu