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.
With blue waves tumbling over them, these surfers glide underneath a tunnel of water .
RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
A cheeky owl fancies a game of hide and seek as it peeps out from behind a tree .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo .
DINING under the stars, this restaurant takes you back in time - inside an ancient cave .
NEVER mind being careful not to choke on your food, this mother bird has a bigger challenge on her hands, as her ravenous offspring impatiently launches its head down into her stomach .
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .
