CREATED over 60 years ago, this weighty machine was the Photoshop of its time. The Adam’s Retouching Machine, which weighs two-and-a-half stone, was invented in 1947 and gave photographers the opportunity to perfect their pictures. Instead of uploading images to a computer, photographers would place their negative under the magnifying glass. Blemishes in the picture could then be smoothed out by using a retouching pencil, assisted by the gentle vibrations of the machine.
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis .
MASKED intruders look sinister but really they are a gang of urban exploring pranksters .
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 .
As sunlight cascades through its vibrant stained glass windows, every inch of the Nasir-ol-Mulk Mosque bursts with colour .
STARING intently into the camera, a polar bear appears to be lost in thought while relaxing in the snow .
THEIR gnarling teeth at the ready, these two baboons fight it out for the last piece of fruit .
FIFTEEEN years after it was closed pictures by a British teacher show the calamity Hong Kong airport that was closed for being too dangerous .
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
A diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand .
LEAPING through the air this determined little mouse is on a mission for food .