Eleven by June Stratton
June Stratton’s Eleven is a captivating mixed-media painting that blends realism and symbolism in an immersive, three-dimensional form. At its heart is a graceful young woman, raising a luminous blue-green orb above her head — a striking symbol of nature’s strength and nurturing power. Within this orb, a delicate acorn sapling emerges, embodying regeneration and hope.
Intricately cast jasmine vines sourced from the artist’s own garden wind around the figure, representing the deep interconnectedness between humanity and the natural world. These vines are sculpted from tuf-stone and painted to imitate real jasmine, adding a tactile depth to the piece. The addition of 23K gold leaf infuses the panel with a quiet reverence, elevating the message of preciousness in nature’s fragile beauty.
Eleven showcases June Stratton’s ability to merge materials and meaning into a seamless visual experience. Crafted using oil, tuf-stone, and gold leaf on panel, the work is both technically masterful and emotionally resonant. The result is a multidimensional invitation to reflect on the cyclical nature of life and the quiet strength of the earth.
About the Artist:
Internationally collected and widely exhibited, June Stratton (b. 1959, Honolulu, Hawaii) is known for her emotionally resonant depictions of women. Working in oil, gold leaf, and plaster, Stratton creates figures that feel both grounded and mythic. Based in Savannah, Georgia, she has shown at the MEAM Museum in Barcelona and been featured in American Art Collector, Beautiful Bizarre, and more. Her work is held in prominent collections, including The Bennett Collection of Women Realists.
Eleven is available for sale. Please contact the gallery for inquiries or to arrange a viewing.
June Stratton Eleven Oil, tuf-stone, and 23K gold leaf on panel 40 x 30 inches Signed $19,100.00