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This simple and pretty ranch house is a classic American home. By using the rules of perspective and vanishing point, you can easily learn how to draw this ranch house.

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The United States Capitol Building is a wonderful example of neo-classical architecture. Learning to draw this building is a great creative challenge.

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This Spanish-inspired home brings to mind all the charm and beauty of Spain. Don't be afraid to use color when you're done -- it can enhance the beauty of the finished drawing.

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Drawing people is easier than you think. Have you ever wondered how to draw a chef?

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With a dash of creativity, a pinch of patience and a few easy steps, you have the perfect potion to help you learn how to draw a napping old man cartoon.

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Drawing people is easier than you think. Have you ever wondered how to draw a cowboy?

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If you follow our step-by-step instructions, you'll learn how to draw a familiar scene from America's favorite pastime.

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Drawing people is easier than you think. Have you ever wondered how to draw a woman in an evening dress?

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The monster truck is famous for crushing smaller vehicles under its massive wheels. Once you learn how to draw a cartoon monster truck, you can move on to drawing monster truck tricks and maybe even an entire monster truck show.

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Everyone loves to draw a happy clown cartoon, but why not learn how to draw a sad clown cartoon instead?

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From Beetle Bailey to G.I. Joe, American cartoon soldiers have been around for decades. If you would like to learn how to draw them, practice drawing a cartoon soldier with our easy instructions first.

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Do you know how to draw a man in a bomber jacket? Take a look at our five steps and learn how to draw a man in a bomber jacket.

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Do you know how to draw a rock star? Learn how to draw a rock star with these five easy steps.

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Drawing a person in motion is often more challenging than drawing someone who is standing still. As you draw this walking woman in a pantsuit, you'll capture the sense of free and easy motion in the illustration.

Drawing construction vehicles is easier than you think! Ever wondered how to draw an excavator?

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Geraniums are commonly found in the eastern part of the Mediterranean. Not only are these flowers attractive, but they also have the ability to grow just about anywhere -- if properly cared for.

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Most of us are accustomed to seeing (and purchasing) orange pumpkins, but believe it or not pumpkins start out with a deep green tone. You can draw your own in whatever color you like.

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Drawing construction vehicles is easier than you think. Have you ever wondered how to draw a bulldozer?

Marigolds are popular in landscaping and gardens for their intense color. Marigold flower colors range from yellow and gold to orange, red, and even mahogany. You can draw one in any color you like.

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For centuries, the strawberry was not only admired for its taste, but also for its healing abilities. People even bathed in them!

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A rose typically has five petals, barbs, and seeds. It is one of the most popular florists' flowers and it is also popular for use as a fragrance.

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Learning how to draw a cartoon dragon is simple and fun. Once you've mastered drawing a cartoon dragon, you can sketch these cute, cuddly creatures cruising through the sky, perched on a mountaintop or lounging near a lagoon.

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A cactus is both an ornamental plant, due to its spiky appearance, and a crop plant with a variety of uses. You can draw your own and use it however you like.

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Drawing construction vehicles is easier than you think. Ever wondered how to draw a crane?

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A flower arrangement is a decorative arrangement of flowers. It can include any combination of colorful flowers and accessories -- what will you put in yours?

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