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.
This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .
THESE LOVE BIRDS can’t keep their beaks off each other as they share a very public display of affection .
RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
LYING flat out on his back, this little meerkat makes the most of the English sunshine .
A panic stricken kitten that got her head stuck in a car tyre has been freed by quick thinking RSPCA staff .
SPLASHING around in a paddling pool, this little elephant soaks up the sunshine .
With one hand rested on his belly and the other propping his head up, this lazy lizard takes an afternoon break .
A frilled lizard appears to be belting out a tune as it sits in a tree with its mouth open wide .
BURSTING from the water, a beautiful but deadly Sumatran tiger jumps for food in an Indonesian zoo .
A WIMBLEDON-mad couple will be creating a racket this summer - after installing a TENNIS COURT in their living room .
Leaping out of the ocean, a group of gentoo penguins fly through the air before landing safely on an iceberg .