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.
GETTING behind the camera, this monkey practices his photography skills on his friends .
LOCATIONS bursting with vibrant greens and chestnut browns, these photographs capture the peaceful English countryside in all its glory .
An aerial view of flooding in Gloucestershire .
A young orangutan comes over all shy as she hides her face behind a broken bucket .
SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .
SHOWING off her best assets for the camera, this cheeky orangutan is in the mood for love, puckering up her lips to blow the biggest kiss she can .
WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .
IN a galaxy far, far away, this collection of stunning interstellar formations will leave you STARSTRUCK .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
CLIMBING, falling and tugging on his weary mum, this little orangutan is up to all kinds of trouble .
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 .
The aurora lights captured in Blair Nebraska, America - WITH electrifying purple and illuminous green brightening up the night sky, this is the rare moment a flash of 'sprite' lightening was captured on camera .