Similar to a Renaissance Man, A Renaissance Geek is a geek of all trades. A self-identified nerd who, unhappy with simply specializing in one field, pursues a whole range of geeky hobbies.

Also describes one who approaches their geeky activities with a holistic appreciation for the activity as an art form or as a means of creative expression.

Renaissance Geeks in History:

• Leonardo da Vinci, perhaps the patron saint of Renaissance Geeks
• Buckminster Fuller
• Albert Einstein
• Sir Isaac Newton
• Larry Wall

If you are personally acquainted with a worthy Renaissance Geek, soft link them below.