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Title
Pelican Strike
Artist
Brian Tada
Medium
Photograph - Digital Photograph
Description
A brown pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) showing its bright red throat pouch launches from a floating position to make a dramatic strike while fishing for its meal.
At one time, the brown pelican was on the endangered species list and heading toward extinction. The pesticide DDT was considered one of the major factors.
With the banning of this chemical and good conservation efforts, this magnificent bird made a significant comeback and was removed from the endangered species list in November 2009. They can be seen along the western and southern coastlines of the United States for generations of people to enjoy and conserve.
This photo was taken on a mild February day in 2016 at a wildlife refuge by an estuary at low tide near San Francisco Bay.
"Adonai, how countless are Your works! In wisdom You made them all --
the earth is full of Your creatures." Psalm 104:24 (Tree of Life Version TLV)
Grateful to God with special thanks to the group administrators for featuring this image on the home pages of the Fine Art America groups::
* A BIRDING GROUP - WINGS, 02.21.16
* IMAGES THAT EXCITE YOU, 03.01.16
* 10 PLUS, 03.11.16
* WILDLIFE ONE A DAY, 03.22.16
Artwork notes::
Embedded in the top right-hand corner is the Hebrew acronym for "B'ezras Hashem" [ב ס " ד] meaning "with God's help". It is a reminder to me as an artist and photographer of my dependence on the Almighty, the Originator of all creativity. This is a similar acknowledgement used by great artists like Johann Sebastian Bach and George Frideric Handel who signed their work with the Latin phrase, "Soli Deo gloria" which means, "Glory to God alone".
Scripture taken from the Holy Scriptures, Tree of Life Version. Copyright © 2011, 2012, 2013 by the Messianic Jewish Family Bible Society. Used by permission of the Messianic Jewish Family Bible Society. "TLV" and "Tree of Life Version" and "Tree of Life Holy Scriptures" are trademarks registered in the United States Patent and Trademark office by the Messianic Jewish Family Bible Society.
Photo copyright © 2016 Brian Tada. All rights reserved. To the glory of God. This photo may not be downloaded, duplicated, distributed, displayed online and/or altered without the express written permission of the photographer, Brian Tada.
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February 21st, 2016
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St. Louis, MO - United States
Stunning action photograph of a Brown Pelican catching a fish, with great timing, colors, light and reflections, and composition, Brian! F/L
Lake View Terrace, CA - United States
WOW, this is a gorgeous pelican image. I love the colors and the action of this hunter
Williamsburg, VA - United States
So perfectly showing off the red throat in this incredible light and picture with splash! Amazing wildlife capture, Brian!!
Punta Gorda, FL - United States
Perfect capture! Spectacular composition, lighting, shading, colors and artwork! F/L …voted for this piece in the contest BIRDS THAT LOVE WATER
Salem, VA - United States
Amazing work, Brian! I'm sure it took a lot of patience and skill to capture this so beautifully! LF
Punta Gorda, FL - United States
Excellent composition, lighting, shading, distinctive colors and artwork! F/L …voted for this piece in the contest ADULT PELICANS!
Punta Gorda, FL - United States
Outstanding capture, lighting, shading, color and artwork! F/L …voted for this piece in the EVERYTHINGPELICANS contest!
Tampa, FL - United States
What an amazing photo Brian, great timing on your part to capture this amazing bird in the act!!! LF
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you so much, Marvin, for your kind words and support! I thank God for sending this magnificent pelican... truly an adventure to witness!
Tucson, AZ - United States
Brian, your pelican and Egret captures are masterful.....the pairing of shadow and bird in this particular capture is magnificent!! LIKE
Brian Tada replied:
Marlene, thanks so much for your very kind words and support on "Pelican Strike", truly appreciate it!
Massillon, OH - United States
Wow, excellent focus and timing. Great perspective composition with nice clarity Brian. L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you, Marcia, for your kind words of support on in this image, greatly appreciated!
Valdosta, GA - United States
Brian: This image is absolutely AMAZING !!! Deb & I love photographing birds so this one jumped out at us. The details, clarity & capture of the flight action barely above the water makes it a "10" with us !! LOVE it!! Bill & Deb Hayes
Brian Tada replied:
Bill, I am deeply moved by your awesome commentary, it helps make all the thousands of hours of behind-the-scenes work worth it. Appreciate you and Deb for the wonderful support you both have graciously shown. God bless you!
Peekskill, NY - United States
Your work is a true gift to FAA. The architecture of this image is splendid. L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you very much, Greta, am honored and blessed to read your amazing comments. I thank God for the privilege to showcase His marvelous creation in nature. Thank you for your visit and support. Blessings!
Loomis, CA - United States
He has given you an incredible gift to capture his creation.
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you so much, Matt, truly honored to receive your gracious words. To God be the glory! Blessings!
Kiel - Germany
Truly a wonderful dynamic action capture with fantastic details .... L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Heiko, thank you so much for your lovely comment, like and fave, so greatly appreciated! Blessings!
Fort Payne, AL - United States
Superb sunlight capture, wonderful reflections and color Brian! Beautiful work! ;)
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Anita, so greatly appreciate the honor of your visit and most kind words! Thanks so much for your support. God bless you!
Fort Pierce, FL - United States
Fabulous!!!
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Megan, thank you so much for your enthusiastically fabulous comment! Greatly appreciate it and the honor of your visit. God bless you!
Keene, NH - United States
Love what that back light does to the pouch. f/l //// And thank you for your recent detailed & helpful comment, Brian. I enjoy comments that critique, either way.
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Betsy, thank you very much for the honor of your visit and kind words, greatly appreciate it! Blessings!
Rohnert Park, CA - United States
Brian - this photo is stunning. Perfect lighting and action. Wow. l/f
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Deb, thank you so much for your wonderful comments, and "wow"! That's how I felt when I saw this amazing pelican fishing. So accurate in its timing, truly incredible. Thank you for the honor of your visit and l/f on this image, greatly appreciate it. Blessings!
London, Gr - United Kingdom
Beautiful work
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Nigel, it is an honor to receive your visit and kind comment, thank you so much! This pelican was absolutely amazing, like seeing poetry in motion as it fished. Thank you very much for stopping by! God bless you!
Santa Clarita, CA - United States
Dynamic fisherman! Wonderful color, detail and reflection, Brian. L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Meryl, many thanks for your kind and precious comments, so greatly appreciate it! So greatly honored to receive your visit and L/F, thank you! Pelicans are indeed accurate and awesome fishing birds, so cool to watch them in action. God bless you!
Middleboro, MA - United States
Great capture Brian! perfect timing, so clear and detailed, and the reflection looks really cool too! l/f
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Linda, thank you so much for your amazing and wonderful comments, and the honor of your visit and l/f support! I never knew pelicans are such amazing fishers until I saw this one in action. So grateful for your stopping by. Blessings!
Amsterdam, Oh - United States
Oh my Brian, What a capture. You can see the action like it is still happening. Fabulous eye.l/f
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Karen, thank you very much for your beautiful comments, so greatly appreciate it! Honored to receive your visit and l/f on this image, many thanks! Blessings to you!
Titusville, FL - United States
Congratulations on being featured in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"
Brian Tada replied:
Hi John, many thanks for the distinct honor of being featured in your group, "IMAGES THAT EXCITE YOU" on Fine Art America! Appreciate it so much! Many thanks for your leadership in your amazing group. God bless you!
Laval, Qu - Canada
Great action shot Brian. Likes + Favorites.
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Asbed, thank you for the honor of your visit and kind words! Appreciate greatly your gracious like and for adding this to your favorites, thank you for this honor! God bless you, have a great weekend!
Denver, Co - United States
This is such a great action capture! Another masterful image, Brian!! L/F!!
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Angela, many thanks for your most kind words, greatly appreciate it! Greatly honored by your visit and L/F, thank you so much! I thank God He helped me capture on digital "film" one of His amazing creatures in action. God bless you abundantly!
Bad Ems, RP - Germany
Great shot! Beautiful and energetic!
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Birgit, so honored to receive your visit, and thank you for your kind remarks, greatly appreciate it! Blessings to you!
Green Valley, AZ - United States
Perfect timing on this beautiful shot, Brian. Wow! l/f
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Lucinda, thank you very much for your kind comments and l/f! I didn't realize pelicans were such incredible fishers, until I saw this one in action. They are truly amazing examples of God's creation. Blessings!
Sylva, NC - United States
Awesome capture! l/f
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Jennifer, thank you so much for your "awesome" comment, greatly appreciate it! Thank you for the honor of your visit and l/f on this image. God bless you!
Mannersdorf Am Leithagebirge, NÖ - Austria
Another stunning shot Brian... WOW.... what a fantastic Image!!!
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Gabriella, many thanks for your so kind words and encouragement! Am greatly honored by your visit and support, thank you! Blessings to you!
Racine, WI - United States
Absolutely Stunning!! l/f/f
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Celestial Images, thank you so much for your kind comment, greatly appreciate it! Thank you also for your "like" and for selecting this as one of your favorites. Blessings to you!
Reno, NV - United States
Fantastic wildlife capture Brian, excellent reflection and timing!!...fav/like
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Donna, many thanks for the honor of your visit and such kind words on "Pelican Strike"! Appreciate greatly your gracious fav/like, thank you so much! God bless you!
Durbuy, Lu - Belgium
Extraordinary image of a pelican fishing Brian! You captured the perfect moment!!!.....l/f/pin..........Beth
Brian Tada replied:
Beth, many thanks for your wonderful and kind words! Greatly appreciate your gracious l/f/pin, thank you! I've learned pelicans are quite the expert fishers, a joy to watch them in action. God bless you!
Swift Current, SK - Canada
Great action shot! Perfect timing!! V/L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Blair, many thanks for stopping by and for your gracious comments! Appreciate greatly the honor of your visit and V/L/F support, thank you! God bless you, have a great day/weekend!
Casale Monferrato, Al - Italy
Wow, this is a fantastic capture Brian, great image and perfect timing. Excellent exposure and use of light! l/f/Tw/G+
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Guido, thank you so much for your gracious, kind remarks on "Pelican Strike"! Greatly appreciate the honor of your visit, kind words and l/f/Tw/G+, WOW, thank you! Blessings to you, have an awesome day/weekend!
Tampa, FL - United States
Wow this is such a awesome action photo Brain!!! L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Marvin, thanks a mil for the awesome "wow" comment, greatly appreciate it! Thanks so much for the honor of your visit and L/F encouragement. This was one of those photos I didn't know how it turned out until I reviewed it back home. Blessings, have a great day/week/weekend!
South Lake Tahoe, CA - United States
Great catch Brian nicely backlit ! l/f
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Mitch, many thanks for your kind comment and l/f on this image, always appreciate your encouragement. Am greatly honored and appreciative! This image was truly a gift from God. Blessings to you!
Brooklyn, NY - United States
An amazing shot! Great catch!
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Anna, thank you very much for the honor of your visit and kind words! It was great fun seeing this pelican fish with its buddies. Blessings to you!
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