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 A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
AN ANGRY giraffe gave a bush-riding cyclist a scare when he stomped his £2K bike into the dirt .
A BROWN bear wades through waters in Alaska and waits for his lunch .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
DIPPING his head into the vase of water, this little squirrel takes a refreshing break from an afternoon of eating .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
CAMPED out in the middle of a forest, these unusual hut hotels take you back to basics .
A couple have tied the knot in a spectacular Harry Potter-themed wedding which cost £45,000 .
FIFTEEEN years after it was closed pictures by a British teacher show the calamity Hong Kong airport that was closed for being too dangerous .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
Most people bend over backwards to keep children entertained, but this baboon show us how it’s done .
WITH A LITTLE cap of fresh snow resting on his head, this squirrel tries his best to pull off his new look .