How to Draw a Dollar Bill

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Drawing a dollar bill is easy. You won't be able to pass this off as a real bill, but it's a fun illustration to create!

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    Each one should be smaller than the previous one.
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    One should be in the middle, and the others should be in three of the corners. Draw an anvil shape in the remaining corner.
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    These are the seals. Remember to put the value of the bill in the corners as well!
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    Draw good ol' George in the center, getting his facial features as close as you possibly can to the real thing.
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    (This step isn't 100% necessary, but go ahead and vine it up if you are so inclined.)
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    Write "Federal Reserve Note" on top, "THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" right below it and finally "ONE DOLLAR" below President Washington's image. You can add extra words if you like; look at a real dollar bill for inspiration.
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    You're done!
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