Zealand stag(11x14 small originalPainting)

This small 11x14 unframed painting depicts a majestic New Zealand red stag stands poised and alert, gazing forward with quiet authority. His broad antlers rise like sculpted branches, catching the light as soft sunlight filters across his burnished coat. Warm autumn tones—muted golds, russet reds, and gentle browns—surround him, falling away into a calm, atmospheric backdrop. The light feels tender rather than harsh, brushing his face and chest, emphasizing strength balanced by stillness. There’s a sense of watchful awareness in his stance, as if the world has paused for a breath, allowing nature’s power and grace to exist in perfect harmony.