In a wooded landscape scene, a stream flows through a rocky terrain. Trees are on each side of the bank of the stream.

Aesthetics refers to what an individual finds beautiful. What about this image would most likely be considered beautiful.

A. the serene landscape

B. the graphic battle scene

C. the city scene in the background

D. the reference to a historic moment

A. the serene landscape

In this case, option A, the serene landscape, would most likely be considered beautiful by most individuals. The peacefulness, natural elements such as the stream, rocks, and trees, create a sense of calm and harmony, which are often associated with beauty in landscape scenery.