A painting shows a city's bridge with citizens filling the street.

Pont Neuf, Paris
by Auguste Renoir

Courtesy National Gallery of Art,
Washington

Question
What did the artist most likely do to create this piece of art?
(1 point)
Responses

had no prior knowledge of perspective

investigated the scenery before painting it

chose the colors that were pleasing rather than accurate

omitted the use of proportion to keep the image interesting

1 answer

The artist most likely investigated the scenery before painting it. This approach would help to accurately capture the essence of the bridge and the city, ensuring that the painting reflects the real-life environment and the liveliness of the scene.