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.
A diver looks like a minnow as she swims alongside a gigantic whale shark, the largest species of fish on the planet .
BEAUTIFULLY lit by the dim glow of lanterns, a cave in Iceland is transformed into the perfect wedding venue .
SPLASHING around in a paddling pool, this little elephant soaks up the sunshine .
A little clownfish opens its mouth to reveal a blood sucking intruder living on its tongue .
Like a scene from a fairytale, THOUSANDS of fireflies create an enchanting glow as they dance in a forest .
DIPPING his head into the vase of water, this little squirrel takes a refreshing break from an afternoon of eating .
LINED up one by one on a deer’s back, these little birds give their wings a break as they catch a ride across London .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
A BUMPER season of births has left zoo with three of the cutest exotic kittens you're likely to see .
The dog having been pulled from the car - A police officer smashed a window in the blue Chrysler car to free the dog which was in visible distress .
The rock restaurant, located in Zanzibar – THIS unique restaurant really does boast breath-taking views - as it is perched on a rock in the middle of the sea .
WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .