Skimming the Waves III Pelican in Flight

Limited Edition Bronze Sculpture of a Pelican in Flight Over the Waves by Geoffrey Smith
22"L x 16"W x 48"H
 
Wings outstretched and poised in perfect symmetry, this pelican rides the air just above a cresting wave, as if time paused mid-flight. The sculpture radiates momentum—feathers catching wind, beak angled with intent, and the base alive with the shimmer of sculpted fish just below the surface. It's not just a bird in flight; it’s a moment of instinct and elegance, frozen in bronze.
 
In Skimming the Waves, Geoffrey C. Smith captures the pelican in one of its most iconic behaviors—gliding just inches above water, riding the updrafts of the sea. The dynamic interplay between bird and wave is enhanced by the layered patinas: warm ochres and creamy whites for the plumage, contrasted by the swirling blue-green surf below. Every curve suggests fluidity and precision, inviting the viewer to feel the salt air and hear the rush of ocean beneath. It’s a masterful reminder of how nature and motion are never separate.