AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community. These surreal wildlife scenarios are the work of Swiss photographer John Wilhelm. The 43-year-old's passion for taking photos, along with a healthy dose of imagination, led him into the world of fantasy photography, where animals can accomplish incredible and sometimes controversial feats. For John, the only limit is his imagination.
A tiny puppy who lost his front legs after being hit by a train has been given and new LEASH of life with a set of wheels .
SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
SPLASHING around in a paddling pool, this little elephant soaks up the sunshine .
COULD this be the most distastrous wedding cake fail EVER? Most brides opt for a traditional tiered white wedding cake decorated with delicate pink roses and lace for their big day .
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .
A disabled sheep is enjoying a new fleece of life after receiving a specially-designed wheelchair .
With the vivid red smoke billowing into the sky amid the misty sand dunes, these are the blissful views provided at the break of dawn at a volcano .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
OFFERING a glimpse into the past, a mash-up of old and new photographs show how the world’s biggest cities have changed .
