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.
At first glance what might look like ordinary rusty bridge and road railings, are in fact amazing works of art .
THIS may look like a dolphin through jumping hoops, but it is in fact nothing more than a clever 3D pencil drawing .
WITH A STERN look of determination on their faces, these adorable pooches perfect their doggy paddle as they dive head first into a swimming pool .
This brave Hyena finally catches his pray among the thousands of flamingos, Lake Nakuru, Kenya - OUTNUMBERED among thousands of flamingos, this bold hyena is not put off from hunting for a morning snack .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
A Little owl looks down the lens of a camera and gives the photographer a cheeky wink .
A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis .
A family of foster carers are facing bankruptcy and homelessness after they signed up to a Government scheme to renovate their house to be used for disabled children's short breaks .
CAMPED out in the middle of a forest, these unusual hut hotels take you back to basics .
SAILING peacefully across a river in the early morning light, a fisherman in China keeps a 1000 year old tradition alive .
