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
RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
A GLOWING range of greens and blues sweep across the sky in a spectacular display of light .
The aurora lights captured in Blair Nebraska, America - WITH electrifying purple and illuminous green brightening up the night sky, this is the rare moment a flash of 'sprite' lightening was captured on camera .
A BUMPER season of births has left zoo with three of the cutest exotic kittens you're likely to see .
MEET the little lion of suburbia with a mane that makes him look like a mini-king of the jungle .
With luminous colours and alien- like features, these magical mushrooms look like they belong on another planet .
TUGGING at his exhausted mum's ears, a beautiful baby orangutan refuses to settle for a nap as he begins a game of peek-a-boo .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .