Daniel Ryan Johnston

Daniel Ryan Johnston is a Researcher at New York University's Interactive Telecommunications Program (ITP) and the Ability Project, focusing on accessible tactile exhibition design and sustainable fashion. He holds an MFA in Interaction Design from ITP, along with an AA from the Fashion Institute of Technology, BA from Columbia College Chicago, and MPS from NYU.

• Education: AA (FIT), BA (Columbia College Chicago), MPS (NYU)
• Professional Experience: Tech teacher at Tech Kids Unlimited

His research explores non-visual garment exhibition accessibility for visually impaired audiences through tactile graphics combining embroidery, swell-form paper, and garment construction techniques. Projects include 'Designing Tactile Experiences for Historical Garments' and sustainability-focused fashion lines addressing ocean plastic pollution and fungal plastic degradation.

Awards: Residency at Electronic Textile Camp (NYU). Major projects include three fashion collections addressing environmental themes using recycled materials and bio-inspired designs.