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.
Staring death in the face, a little field mouse bravely confronts a hungry cat .
From giant mountains to vast deserts, an American photographer spent a year capturing the diverse and beautiful landscape of the United States .
AN OLD ENGLISH cottage packed full of history and valuables has been left to rot .
SURROUNDED by divers, a hungry green sea turtle enjoys being the centre of attention .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
Lying angelically with a range of expressions etched on their tiny faces, little bundles of joy are innocently captured in their first few days in these adorable photographs .
SAILING over crystal clear waters, the Bajau people of Malaysia live their lives almost entirely at SEA .
WITH the mystical clouds forming a thick blanket and the electrifying lights below, these stunning pictures provide a unique view of the cityscape of Dubai taken from the tallest building in the world .
SWIMMING next to 40 tonne whales, dare-devil divers take the plunge with these gentle giants of the sea .
SAT with his arms folded and a cross look on his face, this Gorilla looks like he's had enough of the Christmas holidays already .
SNEAKING slowly into the water, this Bengal tiger plans a vicious attack on three unsuspecting deer .