{"product_id":"pelican-profile","title":"Pelican Profile","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePelican Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePelican Time, The Entrance Waterfront, Central Coast NSW\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🖼️ Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e“Pelican Profile” is a detailed portrait of one of Australia's most recognisable coastal birds, captured during Pelican Time at The Entrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe striking yellow eye, elegant curve of the neck, and intricate textures throughout the beak and pouch combine to create a photograph rich in detail and character. By filling the frame with the pelican's profile, the image encourages the viewer to appreciate the remarkable design and beauty of a bird that many people see regularly but rarely study closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📖 The Story Behind the Shot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe pelicans at The Entrance are among the most photographed birds on the Central Coast, yet I am always fascinated by how much detail remains hidden in plain sight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDuring Pelican Time, the birds gather in large numbers, often creating chaotic scenes as they compete for food and attention. Amidst that activity, I found myself drawn to a much quieter subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThis pelican stood calmly amongst the crowd, seemingly unaffected by the commotion around it. The light revealed every feather, every fold within the pouch, and every subtle texture running the length of its enormous beak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWhat immediately caught my eye was the balance of the composition. The elegant curve of the neck leads naturally towards the bright yellow eye, while the soft background blur isolates the bird from the busy scene unfolding behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eRather than photographing the spectacle, I chose to focus on the individual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe closer I looked, the more detail emerged. The delicate feather structure, the fine wrinkles within the pouch, and the subtle colours within the beak transformed a familiar bird into a fascinating portrait subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌿 Why It Matters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOne of the joys of photography is learning to see familiar things differently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePelicans have become part of the identity of The Entrance. Locals see them regularly and visitors often gather to watch them during feeding time. Yet most people never have the opportunity to study them this closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\"Pelican Profile\" celebrates the beauty that exists within the everyday. It reminds us that extraordinary detail can often be found in the subjects we overlook most often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe directness of the portrait creates a connection between viewer and subject, while the incredible textures reward those willing to spend time exploring the image. The more you look, the more you discover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🖼️ The Print\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCrafted as a \u003cstrong\u003e60cm x 40cm acrylic print\u003c\/strong\u003e, this artwork combines \u003cstrong\u003earchival Epson inks\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emuseum-grade metallic gloss paper\u003c\/strong\u003e, and premium acrylic mounting to maximise detail, colour, and visual impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe contemporary presentation enhances the intricate feather textures, striking yellow eye, and subtle tonal variations throughout the portrait while providing exceptional depth and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eReady to display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eExperience the depth, colour, and detail of \"Pelican Profile\" at Scapes of Art Gallery, The Entrance, and discover why wildlife portraits continue to captivate collectors and nature lovers alike.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jeff Walsh Photographer","offers":[{"title":"Acrylic Print - 60cm x 40cm","offer_id":53573308678458,"sku":null,"price":420.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Acrylic Print - 90cm x 60cm","offer_id":53573308711226,"sku":null,"price":750.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/9731\/6922\/files\/Pelican_Profile_60x40_Listing.jpg?v=1780800406","url":"https:\/\/scapesofart.au\/products\/pelican-profile","provider":"Scapes of Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}