Rough Landing.

A medium, eye-level shot depicts a brown pelican just as it strikes a body of lightly rippled, blue water. The pelican is oriented to the right and angled slightly toward the viewer, with its wings fully extended and spread wide. The tips of its outstretched wings nearly reach the upper edge of the frame, creating a dynamic sense of breadth. The pelican's legs dangle downward, its webbed feet kicking up a splash of water as they make contact. Water droplets and splashes surround its feet, indicating the moment of impact. The bird's head and long beak are prominent, capturing its focused and determined expression as it hunts or lands. The water's surface is textured with subtle waves and ripples, suggesting a gentle breeze or the movement of the bird. The overall lighting is bright and natural, illuminating the pelican's plumage and the water's surface, creating a vivid and crisp image.