PATTERNS of colourful swirls and twirls of smoke help to create these imaginative spellbinding photographs. The hypnotic and psychedelic images were created by American psychologist Mark Scalco, 49, who refers to his work as 'smokreations'. 'I've always enjoyed the patterns made by kaleidoscopes or some geometric screen-savers,' says Mark, of Durham, North Carolina. 'I remember as a kid looking for shapes in clouds and smoke.
PICKING up a tiny tea-pot with its paws, a little red squirrel struggles to prepare its morning tea .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water .
IN a galaxy far, far away, this collection of stunning interstellar formations will leave you STARSTRUCK .
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .
With one hand rested on his belly and the other propping his head up, this lazy lizard takes an afternoon break .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
NEVER mind being careful not to choke on your food, this mother bird has a bigger challenge on her hands, as her ravenous offspring impatiently launches its head down into her stomach .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community .