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.
FROM MRS Patmore to Lady Sybil, these barking mad illustrations show the WOOF-er side of some of our most loved Downton characters .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
WELCOME to the drawing room that is home to the £100K world’s greatest collection of Margaret Thatcher autographed objects .
TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
A cheeky gorilla sticks her tongue out and plays up for the camera at Bronx Zoo .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
ROLLING up snow in its tiny paws, this little squirrel is looking for a snowball fight .