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.
HUNDREDS of colour coordinated yarns lie abandoned in this once thriving textile mill .
With the vivid red smoke billowing into the sky amid the misty sand dunes, these are the blissful views provided at the break of dawn at a volcano .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
STARING eagerly into the camera, this little toad is full of curiosity .
A trio of ants are locked in a tug of war over a fly as they pull the bug by its legs .
A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .
A cheeky chipmunk offers some of his spare food, before deciding against the idea and shoving the extra peanut into his already crammed mouth .
A British photographer has captured the beauty of London in a stunning series of landscapes shots .
LIKE SUPERMAN carrying a slimy Lois Lane through the air this frog is treating its mate to a flying lesson .
A cheeky gorilla sticks her tongue out and plays up for the camera at Bronx Zoo .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
FINALLY catching a meal, a pair of great white egrets fight over their dinner .