FROM THE world famous Girl with a Pearl Earring painting to a jaguar in the grass, these incredible drawings are created from coloured ballpoint pens. These amazing illustrations were created by Portuguese solicitor and artist Samuel Silva, who has had a strong interest in drawing since he was two years old. ‘I have been interested in drawing since the very first time I ever touched a pencil and a sheet of paper, when I was two years old.’ says 31 year old Samuel, now of London. ‘After that day, I never stopped drawing. Unlike most children, I didn’t start by scribbling; I just instinctively drew straight away.
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
With blue waves tumbling over them, these surfers glide underneath a tunnel of water .
A small Indian monkey is seemingly gob-smacked after reading the latest stock market news .
BALANCING 30 metres above ground, these slackliners take the expression of living dangerously one step further, by tightrope walking NAKED .
A US firefighter has battled osteoarthritis and four hip replacements to break the world paddleboarding record .
A unique business in Birkenhead, Merseyside is sure to leave you HALF-CUT with its unusual pub and barbers combination .
While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
LIKE SUPERMAN carrying a slimy Lois Lane through the air this frog is treating its mate to a flying lesson .