Which of the following statements best describes James Audubon’s intentions when he painted, Wild Turkey? a.
He intended to portray the bird realistically, and yet also show its unique and beautiful qualities.
b.
He intended to change people’s perception of the wild turkey, by showing how beautiful it can be when looked at through an artistic eye.
c.
He intended to show the gracefulness of a wild turkey in motion.
d.
He intended to do all of the above through his painting, Wild Turkey.

The intention of James Audubon when he painted, Wild Turkey was that "he intended to portray the bird realistically, and yet also show its unique and beautiful qualities".

The message that an artist intends to pass can be depicted through the way a picture is painted. In this case, James Audubon wanted to show the graceful attributes that the bird had as well as showing the bird to be realistic.

Therefore, the correct option is A "he intended to portray the bird realistically, and yet also show its unique and beautiful qualities".

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James Audubon's painting Wild Turkey was created to portray the bird realistically, and yet also show its unique and beautiful qualities.

John James Audubon (1785 - 1851) was a French naturalist who was noted for his approach to the world of North American birds. He is considered the first ornithologist of America.

Audubon was noted for his realistic portraits and studies of the birds of North America, including:

One of his best-known works is Wild Turkey, a portrait of a turkey in which its unique and beautiful qualities such as plumage and the colors stand out.

Based on the above, the correct answer is A. Because it presents Audubon's reasons for painting wild Turkey.

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