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.
VENTURING into the ocean with self-made spears and nets, the fishermen of Zanzibar put their lives on the line when they catch food for their families .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
A once bustling gold rush town in Mono County, California now stands completed deserted .
PUSHING the diver out of his way, this little sea turtle shows he’s not in the mood for photographs .
VIBRANT bursts of colour fill the screen as beautiful flowers blossom in these time-lapse videos .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
WELCOME to what could be the world's tallest TOTALLY wooden construction .
COULD this be the most distastrous wedding cake fail EVER? Most brides opt for a traditional tiered white wedding cake decorated with delicate pink roses and lace for their big day .
At first glance what might look like ordinary rusty bridge and road railings, are in fact amazing works of art .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
SQUABBLING over the last piece of grain, these hungry squirrels are determined to stock up on as much food as possible .
