• David Foote
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Precious Things

I like to think of pelicans as being extravagantly unassuming in manner and appearance. They are unique and amazing but at the same time humble and familiar. They have also been regarded for centuries as a symbol of selfless love. I painted this to capture that classic image of “a pelican in her piety”, but in the way that I've seen them so many times on the coast of Florida. acrylic enamels on canvas

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helen tyralik 09 Mar 2008

lovely work

Anneke Hut 08 Mar 2008

Beautiful bird, and wonderful sky and greenery. You are so good in these kind of pictures, David!

Artist Reply: Thanks!!

Delores Knowles 08 Mar 2008

Fantastic capture of a marvelous bird in this beautiful work.

Artist Reply: Thanks Delores!!!