From foster care to the MAGICAL world of cosplay, a young girl’s dreams become reality after being adopted by a photography loving couple. 10-year-old Alice Lewis has assumed the identity of Alice in Wonderland, Dorothy of Oz and Joan of Arc, thanks to her photographer mum and cosplay, a performance art which uses costumes and fashion accessories. For years Alice played make-believe while she dreamed of the day she had a happily ever after with a family of her own, which she found, aged 7, when she was adopted by James and Kelly Lewis, from Atlanta, Georgia.
WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .
THESE LOVE BIRDS can’t keep their beaks off each other as they share a very public display of affection .
An osprey soars through the air at 30 miles per hour before swooping down to catch its prey from a lake .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
From the rolling hills of the Brecon Beacons to the still waters in the Lake District, these photographs capture autumnal landscapes across Great Britain perfectly .
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .
LEAPING for joy five-feet above the waves this baby whale cutie is saying HELLO to its family after being lost .
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 .
MESMERIZING night sky photographs offer a spellbinding look at the stars .
LEAPING through the air this determined little mouse is on a mission for food .
ARM extended and head flung back, this little chipmunk performs a loose-limbed yoga move .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .