From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water. The split level photographs were taken by marine biologist Andrew Pearson, 32, after he spent time researching underwater life in Cornwall and Dorset. ‘People don't always realise what is underwater just a few feet from a UK beach and how interesting it can be,’ says Andrew, of Southampton. ‘I find 'split level' or 'half and half' photography captures a unique perspective not often seen by many people.
A diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand .
SITTING quietly at the edge of the lake, these two baby bears watch and learn as the adults hunt for fish .
GETTING behind the camera, this monkey practices his photography skills on his friends .
Some will get up close and personal with Mother Nature’s deadliest animals to get the perfect shot, posing the question, what lengths will a photographer go to for that all important picture? But in this case, the question should be what depths .
SAILING peacefully across a river in the early morning light, a fisherman in China keeps a 1000 year old tradition alive .
Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .
SPURTING water 20ft into the air, this is one well you wouldn't want to dip your bucket into .
AN OLD ENGLISH cottage packed full of history and valuables has been left to rot .
THIS is the incredible moment a pelican throws a fish into the air and SLAM DUNKS it into its enormous throat sack .
FROM a Kung-Fu professional to a mini incredible hulk, these are the babies you wouldn't want to mess with .
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .
SHOWING off her best assets for the camera, this cheeky orangutan is in the mood for love, puckering up her lips to blow the biggest kiss she can .