LEVITATING in mid-air, these matrix inspired shots will leave you speechless. For just like in the film, these images appear to show a range of sequences of events in slow-motion. The intriguing photographs were put together by English teacher Brad Hammonds, 27, when he decided to look into the concept of emotional delay. 'The theme of these photos centers around how one can never truly experience the full sensations of any moment until it has already passed,' said Brad. 'In my photos, the viewer can see me suspended in space, hanging momentarily in dangerous or precarious situations
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
HUDDLED together on a branch, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls soak up the sun .
Playing, splashing and generally messing around, these polar bears show they certainly have a soft spot for the water, and not just each other .
A cheeky gorilla sticks her tongue out and plays up for the camera at Bronx Zoo .
CLINGING onto nothing but ice, this brave climber reaches heights of 1000 FEET as he scales frozen solid waterfalls .
A diver looks like a minnow as she swims alongside a gigantic whale shark, the largest species of fish on the planet .
A small Indian monkey is seemingly gob-smacked after reading the latest stock market news .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
With one hand rested on his belly and the other propping his head up, this lazy lizard takes an afternoon break .
ROLLING around in the snow, these young brown bears take a break from their play fight to share a tender hug with one another .