A soap bubble lands on the frosty ground and creates a shimmering snow globe as crystals form around it. Pictured under the winter sun, the bubbles glow as sunlight bounces off their surface. Photographer Hope Thurston Carter captured the images after blowing the soap bubbles on several freezing days in Michigan. The 52-year-old, of Martin, Michigan, says: 'I got the idea to blow bubbles outside in the winter after I saw several similar photos on the internet.
MAKING himself at home, this little snail perches happily on top of this frog's head .
A doting seal smiles at her sweet little pup as she tickles its tummy on the beach .
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 .
A pair of BEAUTIFUL rescue sea turtles spot their catch in the waters of the Great Barrier Reef .
A once bustling gold rush town in Mono County, California now stands completed deserted .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
A couple have tied the knot in a spectacular Harry Potter-themed wedding which cost £45,000 .
A toddler has shrugged off death an incredible 10 times thanks to his parents who revive him with the kiss of life every two weeks .
A makeup artist from the West Midlands magically transforms herself into famous cartoon characters using body paint .
LUMINOUS green rocks could easily be a beach from Superman's homeland of Krypton .
RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
