Autumn Lady by Carl Brenders ~ Artists often prefer to paint male deer because of their massive and impressive antlers. But for Brenders, the captivating expression of a doe in autumn made for an irresistible subject. "I have always been impressed and enchanted by the beautiful eyes of the female deer. The idea for this painting had been ripening in my mind for a long time. I just needed a good background. During a trip to Canada to study the autumn colors, I saw a curious white-tailed doe watching me nearby. The light was very soft and the moment so beautiful that I completely forgot about the rain and the cold weather. This encounter - the inspiration for this painting - left a very happy feeling in my heart for the rest of the day." - Carl Brenders