True or false: a subject based aesthetic applies to work that its realistic in its portrayal of the subject

False. A subject based aesthetic refers to the way in which an artist chooses and depicts their subject matter, regardless of whether it is realistic or not.

True or false: aesthetics is the of the nature of art.

True. Aesthetics is the branch of philosophy that deals with the nature of art, beauty and taste. It examines the principles and concepts behind our ideas of what is considered to be aesthetically pleasing or not.

False.

A subject-based aesthetic does not necessarily require realistic portrayal of the subject. While some subject-based aesthetics may prioritize realism, others may prioritize abstraction, symbolism, or other artistic techniques to convey the subject. The aesthetic choices can vary depending on the artist's intention and style.