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.
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
The gunslingers are long gone and tumbleweeds have taken over at this abandoned American Wild West Theme Park in Cornwall .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
WITH STUNNING colours and serene scenes, these photographs capture the otherworldly beauty of the English coast .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
WITH A STERN look of determination on their faces, these adorable pooches perfect their doggy paddle as they dive head first into a swimming pool .
FULLY equipped with a kitchen and lounge, it's hard to believe this modern holiday let is actually a BUS .
Families in an Indian slum put their lives on the line by living on top of an ACTIVE railway track .
WITH THEIR adorable big round eyes and fluffy white fur, these baby seals are cute enough to melt any heart .
STAIRWAY obsessed photographers have captured psychedelic shots that will mesmerise you .
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
