FROM MRS Patmore to Lady Sybil, these barking mad illustrations show the WOOF-er side of some of our most loved Downton characters. The art works entitled 'Houndton Tabby', were designed by illustrator and artist Kim Parkhurst, 39, after she combined her love of drawing and Downton Abbey. 'I've been painting portraits of animals in historical costume for some time,” explains New Yorker Kim. “I've taken some familiar and beloved characters whose demeanour, personality, and appearance seemed to translate to certain breeds of dog or cat. 'I got to thinking about Mr Bates' character and storyline, and Brendan Coyle's facial structure, and how he could look hard but also had the warmest, kindest eyes.
LOCATIONS bursting with vibrant greens and chestnut browns, these photographs capture the peaceful English countryside in all its glory .
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
Most people bend over backwards to keep children entertained, but this baboon show us how it’s done .
Leaping out of the ocean, a group of gentoo penguins fly through the air before landing safely on an iceberg .
SWIMMING in unison, millions of silverside fish dwarf the divers .
A mum-of-two has splashed out £20k on her seven reborn dolls, but refuses to treat her real kids .
LEAPING for joy five-feet above the waves this baby whale cutie is saying HELLO to its family after being lost .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .
A woman left disfigured and traumatised by an addiction to lip filler injections has issued a warning to others searching for the perfect pout after the plastic chemicals nearly killed her .
WELCOME to what could be the world's tallest TOTALLY wooden construction .