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.
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
Surveying its surroundings, a tiny harvest mouse climbs the stem of a dandelion .
HUNDREDS of colour coordinated yarns lie abandoned in this once thriving textile mill .
WITHOUT a care in the world, this little chimpanzee shows off her gymnastic skills as she swings around her enclosure .
BREATHING life back into old photographs, these black and white images are transformed by colour .
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
A photographer from the United Arab Emirates travelled to Pakistan where he captured the lives of local people in a series of expressive portraits .
YOU’VE heard of the northern lights now feast your eyes on the natural wonder of the SOUTHERN lights .
Enjoying life’s little pleasures is something that many struggle to do .
LYING back in the snow, these two polar bears share a cuddle as they call time out on playtime .
