FULL OF STUNNING colours and swirling shapes, the furrows on these fields create a mix of mesmerising patterns. These fascinating photographs were captured by amateur photographer Zhang Ning, 51, in awe of her native country's beauty after trips across China. 'I am very lucky that my country China is so diverse and large,” explains Zhang Ning, from Dongguan, Guangdong, China. 'It can provide me with numerous opportunities to shoot different landscapes, cultures, traditions.
FLOATING effortlessly on his back, this little otter laps up a rare glimmer of English spring sunshine .
Ever wished you could live in a house just like Barbie's? Canadian sculptor Heather Benning has created the life-size dollhouse of her dreams out a derelict building .
Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
A once bustling gold rush town in Mono County, California now stands completed deserted .
MOUTH OPEN wide, this little stoat appears to be in mid-song as he belts out a tune for his onlookers .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
A photographer has travelled the length of the UK capturing lighthouses and their picturesque surroundings .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
An Italian photographer travelled to northern India where he visited poverty stricken suburbs and captured ordinary people in a series of intimate and expressive portraits .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .