CONTRASTING settings reveal some of England’s most beautiful landscapes in all their glory. From the bustling metropolis of London to the tranquility of Cornwall, one photographer captures the stark and stunning contrast. These photographs were taken by Italian photographer Alessio Andreani. The 26 year old says: ‘London is where I live now, after moving from Italy recently.'
Leaping out of the ocean, a group of gentoo penguins fly through the air before landing safely on an iceberg .
A terrified moose, trapped in a frozen lake, bobs her head above the icey water and awaits her rescue .
AT first glance these images could easily be mistaken for photographs, but they are in-fact real life drawings created using nothing but coloured pencils .
A soap bubble lands on the frosty ground and creates a shimmering snow globe as crystals form around it .
A TEN-THOUSAND square foot wide Avatar-style grove is such a beauty it will leave you feeling VINE .
A diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand .
SHOWING off her best assets for the camera, this cheeky orangutan is in the mood for love, puckering up her lips to blow the biggest kiss she can .
FLEXING his muscles and staring straight at his opponent, this bodybuilding squirrel is the nuts .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
A BUMPER season of births has left zoo with three of the cutest exotic kittens you're likely to see .
A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .