Anyone who spends as much time around the ocean as I do sees a lot of pelicans cruising the coast. They are fascinating birds whose shear size belies their graceful gliding ability. I can’t help but turn the lens to these denizens of the coast as they make for spectacular… [click for more]

spectacular works of art when captured just right. One of my favorites is a white background that comes with shooting into the light or during an overcast day.

The simple background really lets the detail of the wings and the color of the head feathers “pop.” Then its all about the framing… I sometimes print these on acrylic and sometimes on metal. The latter option allows a float frame that is modern and sleek. For example, an image I call “Incoming” can be found here and look how cool this comes out as a framed print on metal: