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 vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
Scurrying along the branch of a tree, a little squirrel pushes a pram packed full of Easter treats .
A cheeky chipmunk offers some of his spare food, before deciding against the idea and shoving the extra peanut into his already crammed mouth .
A makeup artist from the West Midlands magically transforms herself into famous cartoon characters using body paint .
LEAPING for joy five-feet above the waves this baby whale cutie is saying HELLO to its family after being lost .
HUDDLING under a leaf, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls take shelter from the rain .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
A SPECTRUM of colours fills the sky during this spectacular and natural display of light .
FISTS fly as two gorillas take each other on in a dramatic battle .
NEW DELHI, A woman activist of India's main opposition Bharatiya Janata Party crosses a police barricade near the residence of ruling Congress party chief Sonia Gandhi during a protest against the recent rape of a five-year-old girl in New Delhi, India, April 21, 2013 .