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.
SITTING quietly at the edge of the lake, these two baby bears watch and learn as the adults hunt for fish .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
ROLLING across a 65-metre-high viaduct in the Alps, the red carriages of the Bernina Express add a splash of colour to the spectacular snow-covered Swiss surroundings .
LEAPING for joy five-feet above the waves this baby whale cutie is saying HELLO to its family after being lost .
A mischievous fox cub demonstrates his playful side by biting his sibling’s tail .
THIS incredible shimmer of silver fish mirrors the image of that of an underwater tornado .
SWIMMING in unison, millions of silverside fish dwarf the divers .
