How to cartoon geology (Hybrid Event)

Introduction

Geology is a huge subject that encompasses countless disciplines as diverse as palaeogeography to astrogeology. Even for scientists in geology, it can be daunting to look at some of the subjects and feel lost. And like any science better communication between disciplines and better outreach to the wider public is key to unlocking understanding and collaboration. Which is where cartoons come in.

Now cartoons may seem like an unlikely solution to the complexities of geology but it’s their ability to communicate ideas through simple drawings, humour and personification that makes them the ideal tool.

In this talk Dr Partridge will take you through the history of cartoons in geology, how cartoons can be used to break barriers and open communication and finally give you some tips to make your own, even if you can’t draw a straight line without a ruler and 3-4 attempts.

So please come along and enjoy the lighter side of geology. Have a pencil and some paper ready if you want to have a go and be prepared to hear all about what a geology badger is.

Bio

Matthew has been blogging and cartooning since 2005 and working in science communication his whole career. Matthew has a BSc in Biochemistry and a PhD in Fibre Optic Molecular Sensors and has spent around 16 years working in research, 5 of which were in industry and 12 in the ever-wonderful academia. He currently works full-time on ErrantScience and helps other researchers with their outreach projects. Matthew is the cartoonist and primary content producer for ErrantScience. You can catch up with him on Mastodon @[email protected] and on practically every other social media network if you search for him.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Geological Society, Burlington House, London, United Kingdom

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