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
ROLLING around in the snow, these young brown bears take a break from their play fight to share a tender hug with one another .
From vivid greens to glowing pinks, the colours of the aurora borealis fill the night sky above a snow covered Lapland .
Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .
ARMED with her camera, bikini and flippers, this brave diver goes swimming with SHARKS .
Ever wished you could live in a house just like Barbie's? Canadian sculptor Heather Benning has created the life-size dollhouse of her dreams out a derelict building .
An aerial view of flooding in Gloucestershire .
A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .
WRAPPED up in classy headscarves, these adorable pooches are the picture of sophistication .
A BUMPER season of births has left zoo with three of the cutest exotic kittens you're likely to see .
