Some women don’t just live in history — they seem to expand beyond it. They become symbols of courage, intelligence, glamour, rebellion, and possibility. In Larger Than Life, June Stratton’s newest painting series, that kind of presence takes center stage. Now on view at the gallery, Larger Than Life is a celebration of powerful feminine energy. The series features women whose lives and legacies continue to resonate because they refused to be reduced, defined, or contained. These are not passive muses or polished archetypes. They are women who challenged expectations, pushed boundaries, and made themselves unforgettable. Two of the most striking iconic faces in the series are Hedy Lamarr and Amelia Earhart — figures who, in very different ways, embody the spirit of bold defiance that runs through the exhibition. Hedy Lamarr is often remembered first for her extraordinary beauty and Hollywood stardom, but her story goes far beyond the silver screen. Beneath the glamour was a fiercely intelligent and inventive mind. Lamarr was not only a film star, but also a co-inventor of frequency-hopping technology that would later contribute to the development of wireless communication systems like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS. In many ways, she challenged one of the most persistent cultural assumptions placed on women: that beauty and brilliance cannot fully coexist. She was dazzling, yes — but also deeply original, curious, and ahead of her time. June Stratton’s choice to include Hedy Lamarr speaks to that layered power: elegance fused with intellect, style sharpened by substance. Amelia Earhart represents another kind of fearless energy. As a pioneering aviator, she became an international symbol of independence, adventure, and determination. At a time when women were expected to remain firmly grounded by social convention, Earhart quite literally took flight. She broke records, shattered barriers, and redefined what women could dare to do in public life. Even now, her image car