Taken by professional photographer Miles Herbert ofCaptiveLight Photography, the pictures capture the playful personalities of these little creatures.

Harvest mice are already cute on their own, but pairing them with vibrant tulips somehow enhances their charm.

Photography comes naturally to Herbert, whose father worked for Kodak.

Cute Mouse in a Flower

Being raised around cameras and learning the basics from his father encouraged him to pursue this path professionally.

Now he runs CaptiveLight Photography, where he teaches workshops on how to photograph animalsincluding harvest mice.

These creatures are not only cute but inquisitive, which makes them the perfect models for photographers.

Tiny Mouse Inside a Tulip

Herbert’s efforts to care for the mice are evident in the quality of his photographs.

As these mice snuggle into the tulips and peer out at their surroundings, they’re completely as ease.

So what does Herbert think the key to good animal photography is?

Harvest Mouse in a Tulip by Miles Herbert

Miles Herbert specializes in photographs of adorable harvest mice.

He often photographs them as they frolic in colorful tulips.

The mice are hand-reared so they’re comfortable with Herbert and his cameras.

Adorable Mouse Inside a Tulip

This makes for incredibly cute photographs that are sure to make you smile.

Harvest Mouse in a Tulip by Miles Herbert

Harvest Mouse Balancing on a Tulip Stem

Harvest Mouse in a Tulip by Miles Herbert

Harvest Mouse Standing on a Tulip

Harvest Mouse in a Tulip by Miles Herbert

Cute Mouse in a Tulip

Harvest Mouse in a Tulip by Miles Herbert

Cute Mouse Inside a Purple Tulip

Harvest Mouse in a Tulip by Miles Herbert

Harvest Mouse Inside a Yellow Tulip

Two Harvest Mice Inside a Tulip

Harvest Mouse in a Tulip by Miles Herbert

Harvest Mouse in a Tulip by Miles Herbert

Small Mouse Inside a Yellow Tulip

Adorable Mouse Inside a Tulip

Harvest Mouse in a Tulip by Miles Herbert

Tiny Mouse Inside a Tulip