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.
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
HUNDREDS of hot air balloons decorate the sky above Turkey as the rising sun illuminates the spectacular scenery below .
AN ITALIAN mechanic has created the world’s most ferocious mini-car .
A diver looks like a minnow as she swims alongside a gigantic whale shark, the largest species of fish on the planet .
A HEIGHT-addicted airline pilot has taken pictures of the Dubai from 1,300-feet .
A group of otters put on a show of aqua aerobics, as they raise their flippers perfectly in sync .
VENTURING into the ocean with self-made spears and nets, the fishermen of Zanzibar put their lives on the line when they catch food for their families .
OFFERING a glimpse into the past, a mash-up of old and new photographs show how the world’s biggest cities have changed .
ROLLING around in the snow, these young brown bears take a break from their play fight to share a tender hug with one another .
A Brit photographer has captured one of the world's most camera-shy species of fish - during a game of underwater peek-a-boo .
From a platter of finger licking chicken wings to a bowl of Chinese noodle soup, these foodie snaps are enough to make your savoury saliva glands drool .
