Episode 385
Schuyler Dragoo, Interdisciplinary Artist and Researcher
Welcome back, friends, to Your World of Creativity—the podcast where we explore inspiration, innovation, and imagination from around the globe. I’m your host, Mark Stinson, and today we’re diving into a fascinating intersection of creativity, consciousness, and cutting-edge technology.
My guest is Schuyler Dragoo—an interdisciplinary artist and researcher whose work spans painting, performance, music, video, sculpture, and beyond. But what sets Schuyler apart is her deep inquiry into the intersections of technology, neurodivergence, and nonhuman perception. She’s recently completed an MFA at Tufts and an MA in Psychology, bringing together art, science, and strategy in ways that are absolutely captivating.
1. Art and Awareness Across Species
“You explore nonhuman perception and interaction—something most artists never even think about. What first drew you to this idea of creating work that bridges the human and nonhuman experience?”
- Sensory translation, AI interpretations of animal behavior, or speculative interaction.
- Examples from her painting, sculpture, or video installations.
2. Neurodivergence as a Creative Lens
“You’ve mentioned neurodivergence in your work—not just as a subject, but also as a mode of perception and creativity. How does neurodivergence inform the way you see or create systems, art, and technology?”
- Non-linear thought, pattern recognition, or how psychology and art intersect in her process.
3. From Concept to Code: Building Tools, Not Just Ideas
“Unlike many artists, you actually build things—AI bots, automation systems, narrative engines. Can you share an example of a tool you’ve created that brought together creativity, strategy, and real-world performance?”
- Her work in performance marketing or AI-driven behavior tools.
- How does creative strategy function like anthropology?
4. Making Systems Feel Human
“You’ve said you approach creative work as a system—and you design systems that feel human. What does that look like in practice? And how do you make sure technology doesn’t lose its emotional resonance?”
- Walkthrough of design thinking + behavioral insight
- Discussion on ethics, empathy, and human-centered design.
5. What’s Next in the Ecosystem of Your Work?
“With your background in psychology, tech, and performance art—what kinds of projects are on the horizon for you? Where do you see the biggest potential for impact next?”
- MFA and MA capstone projects
- Upcoming collaborations, gallery shows, or tool launches
- Vision for AI and neurodiverse design spaces
Schuyler, thank you for opening up your world of creativity with us today. From speculative design to neurodiverse intelligence, your work really reminds us how broad and brilliant the creative landscape can be when we embrace systems thinking and cross-domain fluency.
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