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15th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Altered Images
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Pelekus, from the ancient Greek ax, recalls a macabre beak. Pressed against the chest, smashes the fish into the membrane bag. The image that weighs the cost to feed the little ones inspired the symbol of Christ pouring blood for the redemption of men. The Physiologus tells the following the legend: the resurrection of the little ones is done by the mother who killed them after three days of death. The pelican is also elevated to emblem of charity. In the work, the reflection is a time mirror and a lens to give another look. The pelican moves from left to right, from water to tree, from above to below. What you see reflected is not always equal to the start’s point. It depends on who looks at it and what it is looking for.

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Date Taken: 04.2017
Date Uploaded: 09.2017
Photo Location: Alba, Italy
Copyright: © Paolo Vergnano