This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain. From Death Valley National Park in California to Mount Saint Helens in Washington, these stunning photos were taken by Ryan Dyar, of Seattle, Washington. The 30-year-old photographer has travelled coast to coast across America, capturing the natural beauty of the country along the way. He says, 'I try to bring three a dimensional sense of life to a two dimensional medium – almost as if you could walk into the frame.
ALL IS not as it seems in these deceptive cityscapes .
Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .
WITH the mystical clouds forming a thick blanket and the electrifying lights below, these stunning pictures provide a unique view of the cityscape of Dubai taken from the tallest building in the world .
A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis .
A BLIND man was battered with a brick in a sickening attack by two thugs .
THIS alien-like bug would look more at home in outer-space but it can actually be found wriggling around here on Earth .
HOPPING onto the scales, these adorable baby Humboldt penguins are ready for their first weigh-in .
SWIMMING in unison, millions of silverside fish dwarf the divers .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
THIS unique holiday accommodation allows you to enjoy a full Flintstones experience .