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.
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
AN ITALIAN mechanic has created the world’s most ferocious mini-car .
Say cheese! This cheeky chappy isn’t in the mood to live up to his scary reputation as he is pictured here cracking a killer smile as he goes about his daily business .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
A pair of snarling foxes go paw-to-paw and brawl after unexpectedly crossing paths .
Staring death in the face, a little field mouse bravely confronts a hungry cat .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
RAISING his flipper, this two day old seal pup gives a wave to the camera .
A young otter wades through a lake with his eyes set on an older rival’s fish .
