This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain. From Death Valley National Park in California to Mount Saint Helens in Washington, these stunning photos were taken by Ryan Dyar, of Seattle, Washington. The 30-year-old photographer has travelled coast to coast across America, capturing the natural beauty of the country along the way. He says, 'I try to bring three a dimensional sense of life to a two dimensional medium – almost as if you could walk into the frame.
CAUSING a splash, this determined kingfisher goes hunting for dinner .
A frilled lizard appears to be belting out a tune as it sits in a tree with its mouth open wide .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
THIS incredible shimmer of silver fish mirrors the image of that of an underwater tornado .
A ROAD KILL munching Scot has chewed on everything from a dead squirrel to an unlucky crow – all in the name of art .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
A COUNCIL has come under fire for slapping fines on people’s GRAVESTONES for breaching petty regulations on pot plants .
TUGGING on the wing of his sibling, this needy owl is after some attention .
BEAUTIFULLY lit by the dim glow of lanterns, a cave in Iceland is transformed into the perfect wedding venue .
AT 4,800 metres high and just three metres wide, this is the most dangerous road in the world .