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My tips on drawing (I know I'm terrible at drawing, but that's only with computer mouses)

1. Use the actual flag colors

It may be a bit of a pain to try and eyedrop all the flag colors, but it makes it more realistic (?)

2. Simplify flags (if needed)

You don't have to draw every stroke on Moldova's flag, or every pattern on Iran. Just simplify it; keep it at a point where you can create a countryball neatly and simply.

3. Add shadows

I can not stress this enough, but shadows are far more important than you think. They make art look exponentially better, if done "correctly."

4. Flatten the bottom

Countryballs shouldn't be near-perfect spheres. They can if you want, but in my opinion it looks better if they conform to gravity.

5. Make neat lines

This could be the most difficult to implement. It can be very hard for one to draw a smooth curve without screwing up. Just remember: Practice. The more you do it, the better you'll get at it.