Francie McGlynn is a St. Catharines-based artist known for her evocative 3D assemblages that blend ancestral symbolism, spirituality, and nature. Drawing from her time in the Yukon and lifelong interest in pre-patriarchal rituals, McGlynn creates powerful sculptural works using organic and found materials. Her talisman-like objects invite collectors to explore the sacred, the personal, and the timeless through contemporary mixed media. With recent recognition from the 2024 International Spiritual Arts Awards and numerous exhibitions across Ontario, McGlynn’s work is gaining attention for its emotional resonance and spiritual depth.
FRANCIE McGLYNN
Francie McGlynn
(b. 1949, St. Catharines, ON; lives and works in St. Catharines)
Francie McGlynn is a multidisciplinary artist whose captivating 3D assemblages serve as modern-day talismans—whimsical, portable, and deeply symbolic. Rooted in pre-patriarchal spirituality and influenced by her years living in the Yukon, McGlynn’s work invites collectors and viewers into a timeless conversation about the sacred, the natural world, and ancestral memory.
Her sculptural pieces are made from organic, found, and scavenged materials, bridging contemporary expression with the spiritual practices of our Palaeolithic ancestors. These evocative forms speak to the human instinct for ritual and protection, offering a tactile connection to unseen forces that have guided humanity for millennia.
McGlynn’s work resonates with those who value art as a spiritual experience—objects of meaning and energy as much as beauty. She was recently awarded Honourable Mention in the 3D category of the 2024 Online International Spiritual Arts Awards and has exhibited widely, including the Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, Pelham Art Festival, and galleries throughout Toronto and the Niagara region.
Francie McGlynn. Our Lady of Orioles, 2024 mixed media includes: bird's nest, paper marché, stone, fur, fabric 12" x 12" $400
Francie McGlynn. Our Lady of All Scavengers, 2025 mixed media includes: birds nest, paper marché, found objects 12" x 12" $600