The 'Ani-Human' project:

Painted models take a walk on the wild side as they pose next to fierce creatures

Covered from head-to-toe in body paint, these brave models blend in perfectly alongside a succession of wild animals.

After seven-hours in make-up over four days, they look completely at home whether tangling with a 12ft-long python, staring down cheetahs, or riding on the back of an elephant.

The bizarre images were taken by wildlife photographer Lennette Newell and form part of her 'Ani-Human' series of portraits.