Highly active brush texture around the main subject is distracting attention. What is the best compositional correction?

Correct answer: Simplify surrounding strokes and retain selected clarity on the main subject

The governing compositional concept is visual hierarchy: contrast and detail should guide the eye toward the focal subject. Simplifying the surrounding brush texture reduces competition, while selected clarity on the subject preserves emphasis. Option A is correct. Blurring the subject weakens the focal point, equal texture removes hierarchy, and black lines across the painting create more distraction rather than resolving it.