Scientist studies and speaks about cloud formations
UK
Gavin offers keynotes about the science behind cloud formations. As a scientist, he leverages his experience to introduce audiences to cloudspotting activities and educate listeners about the types of clouds in the sky.
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Gavin Pretor-Pinney is an expert in the field of meteorology and cloud formations. Passionate about science, the author and scientist has written four books. His Cloudspotter’s Guide is recognized globally as the definitive work explaining cloud formations in a witty and fascinating presentation. The Cloud Collector’s Handbook is a catalog of clouds, guiding the reader in spotting and recording those he or she finds.
As an advocate for taking a step back to allow the mind to dwell in the clouds, Pretor-Pinney believes downtime sparks creativity. His Idler magazine advocates for spending time in relaxing activities like cloud spotting to enhance the mind’s creativity.
As a 2013 TED speaker, the author introduces audiences to the fascinating world in the clouds. Providing an entertaining and informative presentation about the science of cloud formations, Pretor-Pinney provides actionable information for listeners to identify cloud types and take up the cloud spotting hobby.
As a television documentary and book writer, Pretor-Pinney shares his expertise globally. Members of his multinational Cloud Appreciation Society foster the understanding of cloud science and appreciate the beauty inherent in each formation. Sharing breathtaking cloud pictures, art, and poetry with members via the organization’s website, members share Pretor-Pinney’s vision for the benefits of keeping your head in the clouds.
See keynotes with Gavin Pretor-PinneyGavin Pretor-Pinney, founder of the Cloud Appreciation Society, takes you on an illustrated tour of the sky. He shows how to recognize many of the varied and beautiful cloud formations, from the fair-weather cotton tufts of Cumulus clouds to the flying-saucer shapes of lenticularis and the rare and fleeting undulations known as fluctus clouds. Gavin explains why clouds look the way they do and how they reveal the invisible movements of our atmosphere. You will understand why clouds are the most dynamic, evocative and poetic aspect of nature, you will learn how cloudspotting is the perfect antidote to the pressures of the digital world, and you’ll discover that spending a few moments each day with your head in the clouds will help you keep your feet on the ground.
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Gavin Preator-Pinney’s performance at the Weisman Art Museum was a hit! It sold out immediately and the audience was spellbound by his vast knowledge and his wonderful unpretentious style. While an art museum might seem to be an unusual venue for a talk about clouds, he did a great job of tying his presentation to art—from Constable’s 19th century cloud studies to the contemporary.
Lyndel King
I just wanted to send my deepest thanks for Gavin coming to speak at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry. He was such a fantastic speaker, and the sell-out audience was very engaged. He was fantastic to work with!
Kathleen Meyer
Gavin Pretor-Pinney is not only a creative person, he is also very accessible. At the PINC Conference we have worked several times with Gavin, and on every occasion his talk has had a fantastic atmosphere – as much for a big audience, as for a small group. Gavin presents amazing and lively vision of the clouds. We have seen how our audiences, whether they consist of business leaders or students, have been encouraged to see the sky and experience the pleasures of cloudspotting in a new and inspiring way.
Nelleke van Lindonk
Gavin gave an awesome talk at Google Zeitgeist in Scottsdale, Arizona. He was immediately affectionately known by our attendees as ‘the cloud guy’.
Helen Hutton
We invited Gavin Pretor-Pinney to our keynote speaker for a networking event which brought together leaders from competitive organizations across the globe. Gavin's presentation brought the group together. His vivid imagery from all around the world brought out the little child in each of us and reminded us that we're all under the same sky. His demonstrations, explanations, and science had everyone smiling, and by the end we heard terrific feedback from the entire audience. For any experience where you hope to create partnership and friendship among strangers, Gavin's message and presentation will surely do just that.
Jeremy Hanks
Gavin Pretor-Pinney remains a uniquely brilliant guide to the physical world… It's a magical formula.
Pretor-Pinney reminds me of the best kind of science teacher – clever, passionate, indomitable in his determination to share his knowledge.
His style is genial, his enthusiasm uplifting and his book nothing less than a subtle but glorious mantra for a way of life.
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