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.
CLINGING onto nothing but ice, this brave climber reaches heights of 1000 FEET as he scales frozen solid waterfalls.
An adorable orangutan named Pongo celebrates his first birthday at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, America.
BEAUTIFULLY lit by the dim glow of lanterns, a cave in Iceland is transformed into the perfect wedding venue.
Like a scene from a fairytale, THOUSANDS of fireflies create an enchanting glow as they dance in a forest.
EXPERTLY camouflaged, this clever panther chameleon knows how to catch its prey by surprise.
This was the chaotic scene when the driver of a 4x4 vehicle became periously trapped under his vehicle for an HOUR when it overturned after a crash on a busy motorway.
TOWERING 65 metres into the sky, this terrifying accent is a dream for climbers.
A cricket perches on an unusual seat after crawling up the snout of a crocodile.
From squids to Star Wars, these flipping marvellous creations are pancake portraits.
This cheeky macaque gets up close and personal as he examines the dental hygiene of his fellow primate.
FLYING through the air, these delighted pooches pull their best poses mid-flight.