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.
SPLASHING around in a paddling pool, this little elephant soaks up the sunshine .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
LINED up one by one on a deer’s back, these little birds give their wings a break as they catch a ride across London .
SITTING on a burning sofa unable to move, one man turns his terrifying dreams into reality .
AT 4,800 metres high and just three metres wide, this is the most dangerous road in the world .
ARM extended and head flung back, this little chipmunk performs a loose-limbed yoga move .
Splashing around in the water, a mother otter and her son are tangled in a family feud .
A striped marlin means business as it spots lunch and spears a small fish .
If you tune into primetime coverage of the 2012 Olympic Games, you’re most likely going to see London’s new Aquatic Center from many angles as athletes from all around the globe compete for the top spot on the podium .
Swirling water and sand create amazing aerial images of river deltas across Iceland .