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Let's draw: cherry blossom

T he cherry blossom is the easiest and most versatile flower you can ever draw. With its small petals and undefined centre, it's the perfect project for anyone who isjourney into botanical drawing. The key here is learning how to master the basic proportions of the elements, then beginning to apply shading techniques to show the direction of the petals.

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