Watercolor Currencies

Lesson Plan

Description

Students will research forms of currency from around the world and design a new currency featuring a portrait of a notable figure. Students will consider the value, symbolism, and motto while creating a watercolor painting of their new currency.

Level

Areas of Study

Watercolor Contemporary Art Social Studies

Collections

Current and World Events

Lesson Objectives

Students will research different forms of currency.

Students will compare how different cultures reference their history on currency.

Students will select a figure to feature on a redesigned form of currency.

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Teaching Strategies

Introduce the concept of trompe l’oeil and artists such as William Harnett.
Engage students in a discussion on who and what symbols are featured on currency.
Assist students in brainstorming ideas for their own redesigned currency.
Demonstrate watercolor techniques.

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National Standards

Create

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Time Requirements

Teacher Prep Time

10 minutes

Demonstration Time

10 minutes

Student Studio Time

3 hours

Supplies and Materials

Pencils
Sketchbook or drawing paper
Watercolors
Paintbrushes & Water cup
Watercolor paper
Examples of forms of currency from around the world

National Standards

Create

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Steps

Research Currency

Research a variety of currencies from different countries to reference in the redesigned work. Discuss recurring elements in currency design.

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Watercolor Techniques

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Currency Analysis

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Basic Watercolor Techniques

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Watercolor Variations

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Using Watercolor

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Pre-Assessment

Watercolor Techniques Pre-Test

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Critique

Watercolor Painting Critique Guide

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