arts and ideas

There were very few female Impressionist artists. Does it matter what gender an artist is? Does being male or female affect the subject an artist chooses or the ways in which that subject is portrayed? Use image provided below.

Response to the question should be a full paragraph of 8-10 sentences nothing more, with an image example that is included by pasting, linking, or supplying the text page number. If outside sources are utilized, please cite your sources.
Image: Pg. 520
Book: Jansons Basic History of Western Art