In the center of this page, a happy praying mantis rests with its front legs folded together. It is surrounded by a variety of large flowers with detailed petals and several long blades of grass. To the side, a small mushroom grows near some smooth rocks on the ground. Two butterflies are flying through the air, adding movement to the scene. High above, several fluffy clouds drift across the sky. Every part of this garden is filled with interesting shapes and textures, from the veins in the leaves to the spots on the mushroom.

You can choose many different shades for this garden scene. While most mantises are a bright, leafy green, some can be brown or even pink to match the flowers they hide in. For the large petals, try using bold colors like sunny yellow, deep purple, or bright orange. The grass and leaves look best with a mix of light and dark greens to show depth. You can add a soft blue to the sky around the clouds to make them stand out. Using a light grey or tan for the rocks and mushroom stem helps ground the scene in nature.