Charles Mooneyham – Artist, Author & Curator

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About the Artist:

Charles Mooneyham is a nationally recognized artist based in the Greater St. Louis Region. His studio, located at 305 State Street in historically haunted downtown Alton, IL.

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Throughout his artistic journey, Charles has received recognition for his charitable efforts in the arts, featured across radio, television, news outlets, magazines, and blogs. As a painter and photographer, his surrealist-pop creations challenge perspectives, exploring themes of religion, politics, and environmentalism.

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Off and on for over 30 years, Charles has organized, curated, produced, and participated in numerous solo and group exhibitions, fostering artistic dialogue and community engagement. He is most recently known for his production of the Alton Art Expo (1&2) an Indi art fair designed to bring awareness to mental health initiatives, destigmatize access to behavioral health care and generate overall awareness for Centerstone (A national Behavioral Health Organization).

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The Gallery & Featured Artists:

​Mooneyham Art is built on the belief that art is healing, the gallery serves as a creative space, "where art, community and wellness meet.” -Charles Mooneyham

 

Rooted in Charles’s decades of experience as an artist, curator, educator, author, advocate and behavioral health clinician, Mooneyham Art champions art accessibility, authenticity, and the transformative healing powers of fine art. The gallery represents a carefully curated roster of local, regional, national, and international artists, including celebrity artists. Each artist is chosen for the strength of their story, the integrity of their craft, and the emotional resonance of their work.

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Mooneyham Art also hosts rotating exhibitions, community events, workshops, art expos, and artist talks designed to uplift emerging voices while celebrating established creators that are free and open to the public. The gallery is known for its inclusive ethos and its commitment to providing opportunity for artists who may not otherwise have access to traditional gallery platforms while simultaneously creating an environment that is equally accessible to emerging collectors.

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From high end fine art to handcrafted fine jewelry, the gallery’s collection is ever evolving, reflecting the diverse experiences and perspectives of the artists it represents. Every piece carries a narrative to foster connection, inspire hope, promote wellness and demonstrate that creativity is not just a luxury, it is a lifeline.

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Mooneyham Art continues to grow as a cultural anchor in the Greater St. Louis region, offering a welcoming environment that eliminates gatekeeping, increases art accessibility and is welcoming to all. 

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I can think of no better way to lift a community than through the empowerment of Art. -Charles Mooneyham

 

Charles Mooneyham

Mooneyham Art LLC

305 State Street, Alton, IL

painted1expression@yahoo.com

618-598-6090

www.mooneyhamart.com