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.
WITHOUT A care in the world, this little snow monkey puts his feet up and settles in for a snooze .
SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
COULD this be the most distastrous wedding cake fail EVER? Most brides opt for a traditional tiered white wedding cake decorated with delicate pink roses and lace for their big day .
Pic By HotSpot Media - PARROT RIDES ON THE TUBE - THIS pretty boy could be forgiven for forgetting his Oyst-aaarrrgh-card .
WITH THEIR adorable big round eyes and fluffy white fur, these baby seals are cute enough to melt any heart .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
Enjoying life’s little pleasures is something that many struggle to do .
A mischievous fox cub demonstrates his playful side by biting his sibling’s tail .
Throwing a right hook as he launches onto his opponent with his gnarling teeth at the ready, this is the OTTER-LY ruthless showdown between two otters .