This episode of Realm IQ Sessions features a conversation Curt Doty and Agnes Chavez, a new media artist and educator who integrates art, science, and technology to foster humanitarian and ecological awareness. She is the founder of STEM Arts Lab, a nonprofit that delivers STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) programming and site-specific installations for schools, art organizations, and festivals.

Agnes discusses her use of AI in data visualization, generative art, and immersive installations like Space Messengers, which blends AI, youth engagement, and participatory art to explore space, consciousness, and the universe. She shares insights on ethical AI practices, the future of education, and empowering youth through AI literacy, critical thinking, and project-based learning.

Topics Discussed

STEM to STEAM Evolution
- The integration of arts into STEM to create STEAM.
- The importance of interdisciplinary learning.
AI in Art and Education
- How AI is categorizing, organizing, and visualizing human-generated messages.
- The use of small language models for controlled, ethical AI-driven installations.
Space Messengers & AI-Powered Data Visualization
- Real-time interactive AI-generated poetry and scientific messaging.
- AI assisting in correcting scientific misinformation in participatory installations.
Ethical AI and Youth Engagement
- Encouraging responsible AI usage through hands-on involvement.
- Training students in custom GPTs, generative coding, and AI-assisted music creation.
The Future of Education in the AI Era
- Project-based learning vs. traditional rote memorization.
- The role of AI in supporting, not replacing, fundamental skills like coding.
AI’s Impact on Creative Fields
- The shift toward Creative-Centered AI (CCAI).
- How artists and designers shape AI’s potential rather than being replaced by it.
New Mexico’s Role in Art, Tech & AI
- The creative and natural inspiration of New Mexico’s landscape.
- The vibrant artistic and scientific community in Taos and Santa Fe.
Upcoming Events & Initiatives
- STEM Arts Lab Boot Camp (March 8, 2025) at UNM Taos Hive.
- El Sailon AI Salon in Santa Fe, featuring a fireside chat with Agnes Chavez.

Quotes

· “AI is not just generating content—it’s a collaborator, shaping our creative process.”
– Agnes Chavez

“STEM Arts is about integrating science, technology, and ethics into art, ensuring students critically engage with AI rather than fear it.”
– Agnes Chavez
“Creative people will take AI to the next level—those with vision, not just tools, w

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