FROM MRS Patmore to Lady Sybil, these barking mad illustrations show the WOOF-er side of some of our most loved Downton characters. The art works entitled 'Houndton Tabby', were designed by illustrator and artist Kim Parkhurst, 39, after she combined her love of drawing and Downton Abbey. 'I've been painting portraits of animals in historical costume for some time,” explains New Yorker Kim. “I've taken some familiar and beloved characters whose demeanour, personality, and appearance seemed to translate to certain breeds of dog or cat. 'I got to thinking about Mr Bates' character and storyline, and Brendan Coyle's facial structure, and how he could look hard but also had the warmest, kindest eyes.
A BEAUTIFUL sight for the eyes and the imagination, these liquid sculptures take shape in many different colours and formations .
A chipmunk, with his cheeks full to bursting, has no intention of leaving with an empty stomach .
A pair of snarling foxes go paw-to-paw and brawl after unexpectedly crossing paths .
A striped marlin means business as it spots lunch and spears a small fish .
SQUEEZING their furry faces through a hole in a tree, a trio of curious baby squirrels leave their nest for the first time to explore their surroundings .
Like a scene from a fairytale, THOUSANDS of fireflies create an enchanting glow as they dance in a forest .
A blanket of fog is lit up by the colourful glowing lights of the city below .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
These adorable pictures show the moment two cuddly red panda cubs take their first look at the outside world and are weighed for the very first time .
A grand 56-bedroom hotel, once heaving with injured soldiers during the First World War, now lies completely abandoned .
