FROM MRS Patmore to Lady Sybil, these barking mad illustrations show the WOOF-er side of some of our most loved Downton characters. The art works entitled 'Houndton Tabby', were designed by illustrator and artist Kim Parkhurst, 39, after she combined her love of drawing and Downton Abbey. 'I've been painting portraits of animals in historical costume for some time,” explains New Yorker Kim. “I've taken some familiar and beloved characters whose demeanour, personality, and appearance seemed to translate to certain breeds of dog or cat. 'I got to thinking about Mr Bates' character and storyline, and Brendan Coyle's facial structure, and how he could look hard but also had the warmest, kindest eyes.
WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis .
An Italian photographer travelled to Chile where he visited several star-gazing sites, home to some of the world's most advanced telescopes, located in the spectacular setting of the Atacama desert .
A couple have tied the knot in a spectacular Harry Potter-themed wedding which cost £45,000 .
A trout manages to escape the jaws of a hungry cormorant - only to find itself back inside the bird's long beak .
SOME OF the sea’s most terrifying creatures show their softer side as they join a group of diners for lunch .
PERCHED on a branch, this Little Owl plays third wheel to two love birds .
WELCOME to the pretty 122-inch-tall red dwelling that lays claim to the title of the UK's smallest house .
WELCOME to the 125 decibel boombox bus that could damage your hearing if you party too close to its giant speakers .
An Australian beach is illuminated by an enticing neon blue glow as a rare phenomenon lights up the water .
