Iridescence of Beauty
by Brian Tada
Title
Iridescence of Beauty
Artist
Brian Tada
Medium
Photograph - Digital Photograph
Description
Although I’ve had the joy of taking many pictures of hummingbirds in flight, this one is particularly special to me, as it is an answer to prayer.
I asked God to be able to take a photo of the iridescent emerald backside of a hummer as it glistened in the late afternoon sun. The Creator of the universe answered my heart’s desire not once, not twice, but three times in succession, resulting in this “over-the-shoulder” view as this sweet bird inserted her long thin beak into a vibrant salvia blossom.
This photo is the best one I chose of the three.
Each time God sends a hummingbird, it’s as if He is saying, “Trust Me. I’ve got your back. All will be well.”
Hummingbirds have the highest metabolism rate of any warm-blooded animal. They can beat their wings about 50 times per second, rotating them in a figure “8” which enables them to truly hover, fly forwards, backwards and sideways!
A hummingbird’s heart can beat over 1,200 times per minute. They have a breathing rate of 250 breathes per minute even at rest.
Because of their incredibly high metabolism, hummingbirds consume more than their weight in nectar each day, visiting hundreds of flowers daily.
Pictured: A female Anna’s hummingbird (Calypte anna) visits vibrant salvia blossoms by Richardson Bay in the San Francisco Bay Area.
This fine art image is also available as a print.
Thank you for visiting my gallery. God bless you.
“Look at the birds of the air. They do not sow or reap or gather into barns; yet your Father in heaven feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?” Matthew 6:26, Tree of Life Version (TLV)
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Grateful to God and thankful to the group administrators for selecting this image to be featured on the home pages of the Fine Art America groups ::
* ANIMAL PHOTOGRAPHS, 10.23.19
* IMAGES THAT EXCITE YOU, 10.24.19
* 10 PLUS, 10.24.19
* WILD BIRDS OF THE WORLD - A NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP, 10.24.19
* WISCONSIN FLOWERS AND SCENERY, 10.25.19
* ARTIST NEWS, 11.04.19
* BIRDS IN FLIGHT - 3 A DAY, 11.05.19
* WHAT'S NEW, 11.08.19
* GO TAKE A HIKE PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP, 11.11.19
* FAA PORTRAITS - BIRDS, 11.12.19
* ART FOR CLOSE UPS AND MACRO HAPPY AND FRIENDLY, 11.12.19
* NEW FAA UPLOADS LIMIT ONE PER DAY, 12.02.19
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Special Recognition:
10.25.19:: Giving glory to God that "Iridescence of Beauty" was selected for a William's Weekly Wow by William Tasker, host of the Wild Birds of the World group on Fine Art America. Thank you very much, William, for this honor! God bless you!
07.10.21:: Glory to God that this image was selected as a Group Admin’s Pick from the Go Take a Hike Photography Group’s Green Things photo contest. Special Thank you to group host Larry Kniskern for the honor. God bless you!
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Artwork notes::
This close-up photo was taken with natural afternoon sunlight. I am so grateful to God that the lighting and elements came together naturally for this image.
The "Fine Art America" watermark in the zoom-in preview will NOT show on purchased products.
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".
This image would make an inspiring and thoughtful gift to celebrate a loved one's birthday, graduation, promotion, retirement or other milestone. Available as a museum quality canvas, metal and/or acrylic print, shower curtain, throw pillow, and as greeting cards (please see ordering options on this page). All artwork in my gallery comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee through Fine Art America, and world-wide shipping is available. Images may be customized for certain products when ordering.
Thank you for your support, and please spread the word. God bless you!
Photograph copyright © 2019 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.
As this is part of my livelihood, your purchase of an item available for order on this page would be greatly appreciated to support my continuing work in fine art nature photography. Thank you very much. God bless you.
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October 22nd, 2019
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Comments (74)
Larry Kniskern
Congratulations, Brian – your stunning scene has been selected as a Group Admin’s Pick from the Go Take a Hike Photography Group’s Green Things photo contest! It has been placed in the Special Recognition thread in the group discussion board for archive.
Brian Tada replied:
Larry, thank you so much for the honor of a Group Admin's Pick on this image, truly appreciated! God bless you, and thank you for your wonderful leadership and all you do as Group Host!
Tina M Powell
Brian, Your work and gallery is simply stunning. I love the shimmer and Pov of this image with the vivid colors behind your hummingbird beauty. Fantastic L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Tiny, thank you very much for your kind comments, greatly appreciated. I thank God for His marvelous creation. Blessings.
Elfriede Fulda
This image makes the heart glad Brian, a fave
Brian Tada replied:
Honored by your kind words, Elfriede! Truly, God's creation in nature brings joy!
Meryl Goudey
Fleeting moments of joy and beauty. We need to keep our hearts open so as not to miss them! L/F
Tiesa Wesen
This is one of those times when using the word "Amazing" is true and encompassing, ESPECIALLY, in its arrival to you from the ONLY direction it could have, our ONLY GOD and FATHER. Congratulations to you!
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you for your kind words and insight, Tiesa! Amen... truly, all good things come from our Father God above (James 1:17). Blessings!
Randy Burns
It is so beautiful seeing this detailed image of a hummingbird in flight. I love hearing this one is an answer to a prayer. What a special work this is and in honor of our Father above. Wonderful my friend. F/L.
Brian Tada replied:
Randy, thank you, sir, for the honor of your kind words and encouragement. To God the Creator be all the glory! Blessings.
Robyn King
Congratulations your beautiful work is being featured in Art For Close Ups And Macro Happy And Friendly:-)
Brian Tada replied:
Robyn, thank you very much for the honor of being featured in your awesome group on Fine Art America! Greatly appreciate your wonderful leadership, valuable time and support. God bless you abundantly!
Larry Kniskern
Congratulations, Brian – your awesome nature scene has been featured by the Go Take a Hike Photography Group! Feel free to add to the Featured Images thread in the group discussion board for archive.
Brian Tada replied:
Larry, thank you very much for the honor of being featured in your stellar group on Fine Art America! Greatly appreciate your wonderful leadership, valuable time and support. God bless you abundantly!
Jeff Iverson
Congratulations your wonderful work is now featured on What's New! Please add your work to our Discussion archive for features.
Brian Tada replied:
Jeff, thank you very much for the honor of a feature in your wonderful group! Greatly appreciate your leadership, time and effort. God bless you!