Answer:
her interest in nature
Explanation:
Presenting a Self-Portrait with Monkey and Parrot, the artist shows her interest in nature and wildlife, as a characteristic that expresses who she is. We can see this, because a self portrait is the way the artist wants to present herself to the world, showing elements that present her true self and what characterizes her. When the artist wants to present the self-portrait with elements of nature such as animals, she is showing that her interest in nature is a striking feature she has.
In english, the general formula is verb + ed.
ex. visit -> visited
He hears the cries of suffering from the humans.
