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A spider plant is one of the most popular houseplants in the world. They are very easy to grow and they are admired for their ornamental features and excellent filtering ability.

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Would you believe that there are more than 24,000 orchid species? This colorful flower is extremely diverse and it is one of the most advanced flowering plants on the planet.

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Drawing planes is easier than you might think. Have you ever wondered how to draw space shuttles?

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The 1957 Chevy is one of the coolest cars ever made. Pay attention to the details when learning how to draw this all-time car favorite.

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Drawing boats is easier than you might think. Have you ever wondered how to draw a sailboat?

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With their mix of smooth lines and sharp angles, this classic car is not only unique and cool-looking, it's great practice for your drawing skills.

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With its multiple doors and seats, this minivan has room for your all your friends. Make room for your drawing skills and have a great time learning how to draw this car.

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Drawing boats is easier than you may think. Have you ever wondered how to draw a pirate ship?

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This strong and sturdy pickup truck can easily carry most anything. You can learn how to draw this pickup truck by following our steps below.

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With its roomy cab and large wheels, this semi-truck can make it through the long haul -- but it won't take you a long time to learn how to draw it.

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It may only have two wheels, but motorcycles are just as cool as cars and trucks. They're also just as fun to learn to draw.

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Drawing boats is easier than you might think. Ever wondered how to draw a speedboat?

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Drawing boats is easier than you think. Have you ever wondered how to draw a navy ship?

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Drawing planes is easier than you think. Have you ever wondered how to draw a biplane?

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Whether you prefer to call it a wildflower or a weed, this bright and joyful flower is actually very unique. A daisy closes its head at night and opens in the morning. How's that for special?

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A pansy is a beautiful garden flower that actually has a face. This flower ranges in color from gold and orange to purple, violet, and a blue that almost looks black.

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The violet has a whopping 400-500 species throughout the world and it is popular for its many delightful scents. This flowering plant is the color of violet, of course, but it can also be blue, yellow, white or even a combination of yellow and white.

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An ostrich can't fly, but its powerful legs help it run very fast. This unusual bird will make a fantastic addition to the cast of creatures you can draw.

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Drawing dinosaurs is easier than you might think. Have you ever wondered how to draw an Archaeopteryx?

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You can draw this animal in a number of different settings: on a farm, on a racetrack, with a cowboy, pulling a carriage, and more. Let your imagination run wild!

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If you've ever had a relaxing rowboat ride, you'll love this landscape. Learn how to draw this lovely landscape in five simple steps.

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When you think of farm animals, chances are the cow is the first one that comes to mind. Add this popular animal's sketch to your collection of farm critter renderings.

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Flowers of all kinds flourish in a springtime field. You can draw this pretty landscape in only five steps with our easy-to-follow instructions.

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A squirrel makes a great subject for an outdoor drawing, whether it's scampering up a tree, holding a nut in its tiny paws, or just sitting in the green grass trying to remember where it buried its stash.

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A paved road leads to a range of snow-capped mountains, gleaming in the sun, in this landscape. You can almost smell the crisp winter air when gazing at this scene. Learn how to draw it in five easy steps.

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