On Wings of Splendor
by Brian Tada
Title
On Wings of Splendor
Artist
Brian Tada
Medium
Photograph - Digital Photograph
Description
With backlit wings illuminated by the afternoon sun, a great egret (Ardea alba) takes flight towards a feeding area over calm waters near San Francisco Bay.
This majestic bird is seen with its neck elongated as it gains altitude before folding it close to its body in typical egret fashion while flying.
Egrets were hunted almost to extinction for their feathers in the 19th century. Thanks to conservation efforts, these magnificent birds are plentiful once again, and can be seen in wetlands throughout North America and southern Europe.
The more I study nature, the more I realize how it truly is a reflection of a loving Creator demonstrated through the unparalleled beauty of intelligent design.
"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)
Artwork notes::
This same great egret is also featured in my other photos, "The Chase", "Simple Elegance" and "Great Egret Taking Flight". More photos of these majestic birds are in my egret album. Please check back periodically as additional photos are added from time to time.
This wildlife portrait would look absolutely stunning as a metal print or canvas print, two of several ordering options available above. It would make a dramatic statement and an inspiring image on a special wall in your home, office or business.
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Thank you very much for your visit and support. God bless you, have a fabulous day and a terrific forever!
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.
Photograph copyright © 2016 Brian Tada. To the glory of God. All rights reserved internationally. Duplication, photographing, downloading, distributing, publishing online or in print form, and/or altering this image in any way is prohibited without the express written permission of the photographer, Brian Tada.
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June 18th, 2016
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Comments (40)
Lois Bryan
Wonderful capture of the light in the wings, Brian ... this is glorious!!!! l/f t p and fb
Brian Tada replied:
Lois, thank you very much for your kind and supportive comment and promo, truly appreciated!
CAROLE SPANDAU
Nature has provided us with so many beautiful birds and animals that we must protect and cherish. L
Brian Tada replied:
So true, Carole! It is indeed a marvelous responsibility to care for God's creatures.
Al Brown
This is great shot Brian, love the soaring wing span of the egret in this scene, puts one in a pleasant dream state!!
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you very much, Al, for your kind words! God has truly created amazing beauty in nature!
Robert VanDerWal
Gorgeous Capture of this Great Egret in Flight! How Interesting to See the Bone & Body Structure Because of the Backlighting!
Jack Zulli
Like what was seen in this image and how it is worked, pleasing to view:) vf
Brian Tada replied:
Jack, many thank-you's for your wonderful comment and fave, appreciated very much!
Sunil Kapadia
Marvelous capture. Lovely action and amazing lighting. Great details too. LF
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you so much, Sunil, greatly appreciate your kind words and like/fave support!
Ricardos Creations
Fantastic in-flight capture, Brian! Very nice depth of field and perspective in this composition.
Brian Tada replied:
Ricardos, thank you so much for your kind words, greatly appreciate your generous compliment!
Donna Kennedy
Re-visiting this beautiful in-flight capture Brian!!!...F/L/T
Brian Tada replied:
Donna, thank you very much for the honor of your re-visit and fave/like/tweet, so kind of you!
Bob Christopher
Hi Brian... I like your image. Lovely back lighting of this wonderful egret. Nicely photographed... Cheers Bob fv
Brian Tada replied:
Bob, honored to receive your kind words, thanks so much for choosing this as a favorite!
Elfriede Fulda
Magnificent capture, wonderful lighting Briean ! A real fave
Brian Tada replied:
Elfriede, many thank-you's for your kind words and selecting this as one of your favorites, truly honored!
Johanna Hurmerinta
Such magnificent and beautiful captures of the egret in your portfolio, Brian! Fantastic! LF
Marian Bell
Wonderful capture, Brian! Love the way the lighting sets off the wings of this beautiful bird in flight! Great shot! l/f
Brian Tada replied:
Marian, thank you so much, greatly appreciate your kind words and like/fave support!
Linda Crockett
Gorgeous shot with beautiful lighting! l/f
Brian Tada replied:
Linda, thank you so much, greatly appreciate your gracious compliment and support!