mccleary's artistic journey began with printmaking, which eventually evolved into creating collages in the 1970s. her work is characterized by "multi-layered, extremely complex, and detailed" figurative 3-d collages, often incorporating a variety of materials such as paint, glitter, foil, wire, mirrors, nails, glass, and other objects on heavy paper.
christian faith and artistic expression
mccleary's christian faith significantly influences her work, with many pieces exploring the struggle between good and evil. this is reflected in her use of trivial materials to express timeless and transcendent ideas. her subtext often ties deeply with the form of her collages, synthesizing various forms, shapes, and textures.
collections and exhibitions
mccleary's artworks are included in numerous public collections, including:
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