June Stratton (Figurative Painter): Process, Studio Practice & Painting the Human Form

June Stratton (Figurative Painter): Process, Studio Practice & Painting the Human Form

June 23, 2026 · 1h 8m · Season 4 · Episode 13

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Chris Stafford interviews figurative painter June Stratton about her artistic process and approach to realism.

June Stratton is an American representational figurative painter known for her work capturing the human form with clarity, discipline, and emotional depth. In this episode of the AART Podcast , Chris speaks with June Stratton about her career in figurative painting, her studio practice, and how she approaches realism in contemporary art. This conversation covers: How June Stratton became a figurative artist Her approach to painting the human figure and working from observation The role of light, composition, and gesture in representational art Balancing technical precision with intuition in painting What it takes to sustain a career as a contemporary realist painter Chris’ signature unscripted, intimate interview style allows Stratton to go beyond technique and talk about the mindset behind her work—how she sees, thinks, and builds a painting over time. If you’re interested in figurative painting, representational art, portrait painting, or the creative process of contemporary artists , this episode offers a clear and practical insight into how one artist approaches her craft. June’s links: Website: junestratton.com Instagram: instagram.com/june_stratton/ Facebook…

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