BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers. But these images are in fact amazing long-exposure shots of fireworks. These vibrant photographs were captured by Californian amateur photographer Alan Sailer, 58, when he decided to look into the shapes and colours of fireworks. 'I wanted to capture the fireworks at the precise moment they burst, to give them the look of a flower,' said Alan. 'I decided to take them with the focus varied just as the firework explodes, so I could focus on the colours and different shapes that each firework contains
WONDERS of the world have been transformed into their mini-versions in a seven-year round the world adventure .
A SPECTRUM of colours fills the sky during this spectacular and natural display of light .
SITTING on a burning sofa unable to move, one man turns his terrifying dreams into reality .
An adorable little squirrel wakes from a nap and pops out his tongue for the camera .
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 .
This brave Hyena finally catches his pray among the thousands of flamingos, Lake Nakuru, Kenya - OUTNUMBERED among thousands of flamingos, this bold hyena is not put off from hunting for a morning snack .
NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers .
COURAGEOUS climbers descend 400 metres as they manoeuvre their way through thick walls of ice .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
A blanket of fog is lit up by the colourful glowing lights of the city below .
LIFTING their heads high and bumping beaks, these aggressive pelicans clash over fish .