DRIFT WOOD is carefully crafted and transformed into this thought provoking masterpiece. Full of wildlife such as deer, giraffes, monkeys and even rhinos, this sculpture bursts with nature that surrounds mankind. The amazing sculpture was created by American sculpture Paul Baliker, 59, after sculpting became his obsession. ’I started out sculpting to put food on the table, I never dreamt of where it would lead,’ said Paul. ‘I hope that people can see the environmental message I attempt to portray, and perhaps think hard about the impact man has on the natural world.
CAUSING a splash, this determined kingfisher goes hunting for dinner .
A hungry hippo is seconds away from catching a bird in its gigantic jaws .
A Little owl looks down the lens of a camera and gives the photographer a cheeky wink .
GETTING behind the camera, this monkey practices his photography skills on his friends .
With an abandoned tricycle sitting in an empty corridor, this derelict but once grand mansion could be the setting for The Shining .
A middle spotted woodpecker swoops into her nest and feeds her young in a forest in Trentino, Italy .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
From foster care to the MAGICAL world of cosplay, a young girl’s dreams become reality after being adopted by a photography loving couple .
FLEXING his muscles and staring straight at his opponent, this bodybuilding squirrel is the nuts .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
