On Sunlit Wings of Beauty
by Brian Tada
Title
On Sunlit Wings of Beauty
Artist
Brian Tada
Medium
Photograph - Digital Photograph
Description
A snowy egret (Egretta thula) flies over the calm waters of Richardson Bay north of San Francisco in search of a feeding area in the preserve.
The snowy egret is among the most majestic of the herons, with stark white plumage offset by black legs and beak and brilliant yellow feet.
Like its larger cousin, the great egret, this stately bird was hunted almost to extinction for its showy plumage in the 19th century. Thanks to conservation efforts beginning in the 20th century, it is once again a common beautiful sight among coastal wetlands in the United States and central America and South America.
This photo of the snowy egret's glowing plumage reminds me of how God protects us, covering us with His holy wings as we place our trust in Him for guidance and protection:: "He will cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you will find refuge." (Psalm 91:4a, Tree of Life Bible)
A comforting truth, indeed.
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Grateful to God and thankful to the administrator for the honor of featuring this image on the home page of the Fine Art America group::
"EGRETS 2-DAY", 10.29.15
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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.
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".
Photo copyright © Brian Tada. To the glory of God. All rights reserved. This photo is not in the public domain. Downloading, duplication, distribution, photographing, and/or altering this image in any way is prohibited, without the express written permission of the photographer.
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Comments (26)
Georgia Doyle brushhandle
I love this action shot you captured!! The light on the birds wings are fabulous!! Beautiful photograph!!! l/f/t
Brian Tada replied:
Georgia, thank you for your very kind words, like/fave and tweet, very much honored and appreciative!
Karen Nicholson
Egrets are among my favorite birds, and Brian... this is a magnificent capture!! Thank you for sharing your God-given talents with the world. L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Thanks so much, Karen, for such kind words! Egrets are indeed so majestic... only a loving Creator God could make such magnificent beauty! Thank you for the honor of your visit and L/F support. Massive blessings!
Catalina Walker
A Most Gorgeous Capture, Brian!! So Graceful. Love those Sunlit Wings...So Fabulous, Brian :) l/f Shalom
Brian Tada replied:
Shalom Catalina, todah rabah, thank you so much for your most gracious, kind remarks! Honored by your l/f. God bless you!
Robin Erisman
Gorgeous capture! Wow, the lighting is perfect.
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Robin, many thanks for your most kind words, so kind of you! Appreciate greatly the honor of your visit. Blessings!
Zina Stromberg
Outstanding capture, Brian! Lf
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Zina, thank you so much for your very kind comment and the honor of your visit and Lf support, greatly appreciate it! Watching these majestic birds is truly a joy. Blessings to you!
Melly Terpening
Absolutely beautiful capture, Brian. Great sunlit wings! FL
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Melly, many thanks for the wonderful comments, so greatly appreciate it! Am honored to receive your visit, and thank you so much for your gracious "like" and selecting this as one of your favorites. Many blessings to you!
Guido Strambio
Fantastic capture and timing Brian, the motion so nicely captured, love the fascinating light and the marvelous transparency of the wings! Revisited to share, l/f/Tw/Fb
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Guido, so honored and blessed to receive the kindness of your re-visit! Very grateful for your gracious l/f/Tw/Fb, wow, many thanks! Blessings, have an awesome week!
Jamie Pham
Beautiful bird in flight!
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Jamie, thank you very much for the honor of your visit, kind words and support! Greatly appreciate it! Blessings to you, have a super week!
Hazel Holland
Love the beautiful light shining through this snowy egret's wings, Brian!!! What an amazing capture! Blessings! L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Hazel, thank you so much for your very kind words, so thoughtful of you! Appreciate greatly the honor of your visit and your L/F support on this image. God bless you, have a great week!
Guido Strambio
Great title for this wonderful capture, gorgeous framing and perfect exposure, love the beautiful movement of the wings and the pleasant tranparency of the feathers! l/f
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Guido, thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful comment! Always greatly appreciate the honor of your visit and encouragement. God bless you, have a great weekend!
Lee Piper
Beautiful work!!! f/l
Brian Tada replied:
Lee, thank you so much for your kind words and f/l on this image! Honored by your visit and taking the time. God bless you, have a most wonderful New Year!
Beverly Guilliams
Fabulous Capture,detail and Lighting, Brian........Blessings
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Beverly, thank you for stopping by! Appreciate greatly the honor of your kind words and support. God's abundant blessings on you and your artistry. Happy New Year!
Donna Kennedy
Wonderful lighting on the wings Brian, great in-flight capture!...F/L
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Donna, thank you so much! Appreciate greatly the honor of your visit and F/L support. This image was truly a gift from God. Blessings to you and your nature photography!
Anita Faye
Perfect lighting through the wings, gently flying over calm waters! Love it Brian! l/f
Brian Tada replied:
Hi, Anita! Many thanks for your encouragement, and for the honor of your visit and l/f support, appreciate it very much! God bless you and your gifted artistry!
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