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.
FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
THIS is the incredible moment a pelican throws a fish into the air and SLAM DUNKS it into its enormous throat sack .
Throwing a right hook as he launches onto his opponent with his gnarling teeth at the ready, this is the OTTER-LY ruthless showdown between two otters .
SITTING quietly at the edge of the lake, these two baby bears watch and learn as the adults hunt for fish .
CAUSING a splash, this determined kingfisher goes hunting for dinner .
BRAIDED, sculpted and beaded, these are the eye-catching hairstyles worn by the tribal women of Angola .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
A terrified moose, trapped in a frozen lake, bobs her head above the icey water and awaits her rescue .
This starling and prairie dog will not back down an inch as they have a fearsome stand-off over who gets to eat a nut .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
From squids to Star Wars, these flipping marvellous creations are pancake portraits .