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.
WONDERS of the world have been transformed into their mini-versions in a seven-year round the world adventure .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
FROM a HOLLYWOOD actress to the face of an innocent child, these are incredible drawings with an unlikely twist .
TUGGING on the wing of his sibling, this needy owl is after some attention .
WITH the phosphorescent blobs and mesmerising patterns, these spectacular images may look like the hall marks of an enchanted forest but it is in fact the scene of thousands of dancing FIREFLIES .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
AN ITALIAN mechanic has created the world’s most ferocious mini-car .
BEAUTIFULLY lit by the dim glow of lanterns, a cave in Iceland is transformed into the perfect wedding venue .
BREATHING life back into old photographs, these black and white images are transformed by colour .
More weather chaos is heading our way, with ice and snow already hitting areas across Birmingham .
WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .