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
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
THESE LOVE BIRDS can’t keep their beaks off each other as they share a very public display of affection .
TUGGING on the wing of his sibling, this needy owl is after some attention .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
It’s a role reversal in the Visayan Sea as HUNDREDS of tiny, glistening eggs are carried around inside the mouth of their cardinalfish father .
COURAGEOUS CLIMBERS scale frozen waterfalls in Canada, as the ice threatens to collapse beneath them .
A unique business in Birkenhead, Merseyside is sure to leave you HALF-CUT with its unusual pub and barbers combination .
STAIRWAY obsessed photographers have captured psychedelic shots that will mesmerise you .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
Throwing their arms up in the air, these energetic squirrels play a game of ball with a walnut .
With blue waves tumbling over them, these surfers glide underneath a tunnel of water .