Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Mandy Mooneyham Art Paintings of the Chrees ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.mandymoon.art/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://www.mandymoon.art/blog/) - Latest news from artist Mandy Mooneyham. - [Voted Paragould's Visual Artist of the Year](https://www.mandymoon.art/voted-paragoulds-visual-artist-of-the-year/) - I'm honored and genuinely surprised to have been voted Paragould's Visual Artist of the Year in the 2026 Premiere Magazine Community Choice Awards. Thank you to everyone who made this possible. - [Chrees at the Greene County Library](https://www.mandymoon.art/chrees-at-the-greene-county-library/) - A selection of my Chree paintings is now on display at the Greene County Library in Paragould, featuring work from across several years of my ongoing series. - [South Arkansas Arts Center Juried Art Competition](https://www.mandymoon.art/south-arkansas-arts-center-juried-art-competition/) - I'm honored to have work selected for the 2026 Juried Art Competition at the South Arkansas Arts Center, joining artists from Arkansas and across the United States in this biennial exhibition of contemporary art. - [Black Sheep Mural at the Crossing](https://www.mandymoon.art/black-sheep-mural-at-the-crossing/) - I was recently asked to create a mural inside The Crossing church in downtown Paragould. The concept came as an AI-generated mockup: a black sheep with the phrase “Black Sheep Welcome” painted across a large interior wall near the back entrance. It was a unique starting point—usually I wouldn’t want to replicate a design exactly, - [Cover of Premiere Magazine](https://www.mandymoon.art/cover-of-premiere-magazine/) - I was honored to be featured on the cover of Premiere Magazine this month, highlighting my work as a local artist and the public art projects I’ve been involved with throughout Paragould. The feature centers on the role public art plays in shaping a city and how murals and public art can quietly change how - [2025 Annual Edition](https://www.mandymoon.art/2025-annual-edition/) - About this year's annual art gift by Mandy Mooneyham. This year's features a variable edition, each one is unique. - [Art at the Garage in Jonesboro](https://www.mandymoon.art/art-at-the-garage-in-jonesboro/) - An exhibition of original artwork by many local artists of Northeast Arkansas. Free event during the Downtown Jonesboro Association’s Alive After Five! There were a lot of ASU students, current and former at the show. It was like a little reunion with fellow classmates I had not seen in years. Looking forward to more of - [Showing at the BAAC 2019 National Juried Art Show](https://www.mandymoon.art/showing-at-the-baac-2019-national-juried-art-show/) - Mandy Mooneyham exhibits work in the 2019 BAAC National Juried Exhibition, showcasing 24 pieces by artists nationwide at the Batesville Area Arts Council. - [Figure Drawing at the Brooks](https://www.mandymoon.art/figure-drawing-at-the-brooks/) - Mandy Mooneyham revisits figure drawing in a virtual class with the Brooks Museum, sharing sketches and reflections on the experience. - [9th Annual BAAC National Juried Exhibition](https://www.mandymoon.art/9th-annual-baac-national-juried-exhibition/) - Explore the 2021 BAAC National Juried Exhibition featuring 26 artworks by artists nationwide, juried by Landon Perkins. Hosted by Batesville Area Arts Council. - [Little Debbie Mural Commission](https://www.mandymoon.art/little-debbie-mural-commission/) - A bold Little Debbie mural now brightens S. 4th Street in Paragould, AR! Painted in a weekend with help from my amazing mom—family, art, and hometown pride combined. - [Oasis Arts & Eats Fest 2022](https://www.mandymoon.art/oasis-arts-eats-fest-2022/) - Yesterday was a hot day in the sun, but it turned out to be a fantastic day for art at the Oasis Arts & Eats Fest in Downtown Jonesboro. I always love seeing people experience the Chrees for the first time, as well as reconnecting with those who return to see my latest work. I - [Community Paint Day in Art Alley](https://www.mandymoon.art/paint-day-in-art-alley/) - Led a community mural project in Downtown Paragould, coordinating 8 murals in one day with 50+ volunteers. See the vibrant artwork in Art Alley! - [Arkansas Small Works on Paper 2023](https://www.mandymoon.art/arkansas-small-works-on-paper-2023/) - I am more than honored to have been chosen to be a part of this year’s SWOP show. Now in its 36th year, Small Works on Paper is a juried visual art exhibition that showcases 2-D artwork no larger than 18 x 24 inches by Arkansas artists. The Small Works on Paper exhibition travels to up to - [Downtown Paragould Mural at The Station](https://www.mandymoon.art/downtown-paragould-mural-at-the-station/) - For the past two months, I’ve been working on one of the most challenging projects I’ve had the privilege to create—a large-scale mural in downtown Paragould honoring the life and legacy of Steve Adams. Commissioned by the Adams Family, this mural is now complete and stands as a permanent fixture in the city’s landscape. The - [Alliance at the Bradbury Art Museum](https://www.mandymoon.art/alliance-at-the-bradbury-art-museum/) - I’m honored to have been part of "Alliance", an exhibition at the Bradbury Art Museum in collaboration with the NEA Artist Collective. This show brought together artists from Northeast Arkansas and the surrounding region, showcasing a wide range of work that reflects the talent and creativity in our area. Seeing my work displayed alongside so - [Chree Explorations at the Bradbury Art Museum](https://www.mandymoon.art/chree-explorations-now-at-the-bradbury-art-museum/) - Mandy Mooneyham’s solo show Chree Explorations is now at Bradbury Art Museum in Jonesboro, AR through June 11. Experience this powerful, immersive exhibition in person. - [Eighth Annual Member Exhibition BAAC Gallery](https://www.mandymoon.art/eighth-annual-member-exhibition-baac-gallery/) - The Batesville Area Arts Council’s 8th Annual BAAC Member Exhibition was a wonderful celebration of regional artists. I was honored to be included. - [Women in the Arts‘s Juried Artist Registry Selection](https://www.mandymoon.art/women-in-the-artss-juried-artist-registry-selection/) - So proud to have been selected for Arkansas Committee of the National Museum of Women in the Arts‘s Juried Artist Registry Selection for 2023-2025. The biennial Juried Artist Registry features work by Arkansas artists who identify as women, selected by an arts professional serving as juror. Artists’ images, artist statements and website links are featured online - [Chree Journeys —a solo show at the SAAC Gallery](https://www.mandymoon.art/chree-journeys-a-solo-show-at-the-saac-gallery/) - Join me for "Chree Journeys" at SAAC, July 27–Sept 5! Explore trees, chairs, and imagination. Artist's reception: July 27, 6–7:30 p.m. - [DNSPE 2024 Print Symposium Print Exchange](https://www.mandymoon.art/dnspe-2024-print-symposium-print-exchange/) - Honored to participate in the DNSPE 2024 Print Symposium Print Exchange, showcasing collaborative prints from UT Knoxville & ASU alumni at the Bradbury Art Museum. - [The Chree Show— Solo show at BAAC Gallery](https://www.mandymoon.art/the-chree-show-solo-show-at-baac-gallery/) - The Chrees Show come to life in a beautiful gallery space at BAAC. On display from June 6 – July 29, 2023 this exhibition was a dream realized! ## Pages - [Home](https://www.mandymoon.art/) - View the work and latest news of Arkansas artist, Mandy Mooneyham. - [Contact](https://www.mandymoon.art/contact/) - Contact Contact Mandy Reach out with ease for inquiries or collaborations. mandymoonartist@gmail.com - [Exhibitions](https://www.mandymoon.art/exhibitions/) - Explore the past and upcoming exhibitions and appearances of Arkansas artist Mandy Mooneyham. Stay updated on her work and creative journey. - [Chrees](https://www.mandymoon.art/chrees/) - The Chrees For more than fifteen years, my work has centered on a single form: the Chree. Part chair, part tree, the Chree is neither object nor symbol. It is the visual language through which I investigate memory, identity, growth, and the structures that shape human experience. The first Chree appeared in 2009. Although the - [About](https://www.mandymoon.art/about/) - Artist Statement My work centers on a single image: the Chree, a chair-rooted tree. Each Chree stages the collision between two forms of memory. The tree represents organic consciousness: rooted, adaptive, and constantly growing. The chair represents constructed memory: the systems we build to preserve, organize, and define experience. Together they become a hybrid organism - [Art by Year](https://www.mandymoon.art/work/) - Artwork by Year Over the years, my artwork has evolved in both style and storytelling. This portfolio serves as an archive of my journey—documenting my growth, experiments, and the ever-expanding world of Chrees. 2025 Artwork 2024 Artwork 2023 Artwork 2022 Artwork 2021 Artwork 2020 Artwork Exhibitions & Appearances Over the years, my work has been - [2026 Work](https://www.mandymoon.art/2026-work/) - Gallery of work 2025 Artwork - [2025 Artwork](https://www.mandymoon.art/work/2025-artwork/) - 2025 Artwork Gallery of Work 2025 starting strong with a focus on paintings, centering on strong, purposeful themes. 2024 Artwork 2026 Artwork - [Artistic Range](https://www.mandymoon.art/range/) - My work spans a wide range of artistic disciplines, from visual art and mixed media to large-scale installation, animation, and design-driven creative direction. Over the years, I’ve developed a multidisciplinary approach that blends technical skill, conceptual thinking, and a deep, hands-on studio practice. Mandy Mooneyham CV Select Paintings Miniature Oil Paintings Select Drawings Select Graphic - [2020 Work](https://www.mandymoon.art/work/2020-work/) - 2020 Artwork Gallery of Work 2019 Work 2021 Work - [Links](https://www.mandymoon.art/links/) - Connect Explore my work, background, and current projects. Below you'll find direct links to my portfolio, exhibitions, artist statement, and social media profiles. Portfolio Exhibitions Latest News About Instagram Facebook Contact - [2024 Work](https://www.mandymoon.art/work/2024-work/) - Artwork created by Arkansas artist Mandy Mooneyham in 2024. - [2021 Work](https://www.mandymoon.art/work/2021-work/) - 2021 Artwork A year defined by bold thematic exploration and focused material study. The work from this period reflects a deepening of visual language, with a strong presence of niche conceptual threads. Mediums ranged from intimate works on paper to more layered and expressive oil on canvas compositions. Gallery of Work 2020 Artwork 2022 Artwork - [2023 Artwork](https://www.mandymoon.art/work/2023-artwork/) - 2023 Artwork Amid significant life changes, 2023 was a quieter year in the studio. The work created was deliberate and focused, with a shift toward sculptural forms—building with wire, flame, and structure. Gallery of Work 2023 Exhibitions & Events Exhibitions, shows, and public displays in 2023 where my work work was featured. Arkansas Small Works on - [2022 Artwork](https://www.mandymoon.art/work/2022-artwork/) - 2022 Artwork Gallery of Work Marked by intense technical focus, 2022 was a year of precision and complexity. This body of work pushed material boundaries through intricate detail, layered mixed media, and refined drawing practices. The results reflect a deep commitment to process and a deliberate expansion of visual structure. 2022 Exhibitions & Events Alliance at ## Categories - [Exibitions](https://www.mandymoon.art/category/exibitions/) - [Community Projects](https://www.mandymoon.art/category/community-projects/) - [Awards](https://www.mandymoon.art/category/awards/) - [Classes and Workshops](https://www.mandymoon.art/category/classes-and-workshops/) - [Annual Edition](https://www.mandymoon.art/category/annual-edition/) ## Tags - [SAAC Gallery](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/saac-gallery/) - [Gallery Shows](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/gallery-shows/) - [Arkansas](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/arkansas/) - [Bradbury Gallery](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/bradbury-gallery/) - [Arkansas State University](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/arkansas-state-university/) - [BAAC Gallery](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/baac-gallery/) - [Murals](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/murals/) - [Awards](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/awards/) - [Art Walk](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/art-walk/) - [City of Paragould](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/city-of-paragould/) - [Arkansas Arts Council](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/arkansas-arts-council/) - [City of Jonesboro](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/city-of-jonesboro/) - [City of Memphis](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/city-of-memphis/) - [Tennessee](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/tennessee/) - [Art Classes & Workshops](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/art-classes-workshops/) - [Student](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/student/) - [Featured Work](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/featured-work/) - [Premiere Magazine](https://www.mandymoon.art/tag/premiere-magazine/)