MSG Juan C. Munoz

MSG Juan C. Munoz
Artist in Residence: 2015 - 2019

MSG Juan C. Munoz is a native of Medellin, Colombia. He enlisted in the United States Army on 14 February 2002. He completed Basic Combat Training at Fort Knox, KY and Advanced Individual Training at Fort George G. Meade, MD as a 25M - Multimedia Illustrator.

MSG Munoz' previous assignments and duty positions have taken him to numerous locations around the world starting with 51st Signal Battalion, 35th Signal Brigade (Airborne), Fort Bragg, NC where he served as a Multimedia Illustrator; Joint Communications Support Element (Airborne), MacDill AFB, FL where he served as a the Multimedia Illustrator NCOIC, Alpha Company, 3rd Battalion, 13th Infantry Regiment, Ft Jackson, SC where he served as a Drill Sergeant and Foxtrot Company 3rd Battalion, 13th Infantry Regiment, Ft Jackson, SC, where he served as a Senior Drill Sergeant, 704th Military Intelligence Brigade, Fort George G. Meade, MD, where he served as a Platoon Sergeant and Public Affairs NCOIC. MSG Munoz is currently assigned to the U.S. Army Center of Military History where he serves as the U.S. Army Artist in Residence. He has been deployed to Iraq for Operation Iraqi Freedom OIF I (2003-2004), and OIF III (2005); in support of special operation and multinational forces. MSG Munoz is currently serving as the U.S. Army Artist-in-Residence, for the U.S. Army Center of Military History where he has documented activities in South East Asia with 1st Special Forces Group, the 2016 DoD Warrior games, Operation Inherent Resolve in Iraq and Hurricane Irma Relief Operations with the Florida National Guard in South Florida.

MSG Munoz' military and civilian education includes the Visual Information Manager's Course, Senior Leadership Course (Distinguished Leader), Combat Lifesaver's Course, Equal Opportunity Leader's Course, Equal Opportunity Facilitator's Course, Master Resilience Course, Advanced Leadership Course (Distinguished Leader), Drill Sergeant School, Basic Instructor Training, Combatives Instructor Level 1, Digital Multimedia Course (Honor Graduate), Warrior Leadership Course, Basic Airborne School and the Basic Multimedia Illustrator Course (Honor Graduate). He has attended the Art Institute of Tampa for Graphic Design and is currently pursuing his Bachelor's Degree in Digital Media and Web Technology at the University of Maryland University College.

MSG Munoz' awards and decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal; Joint Service Commendation Medal; Army Commendation Medal (2OLC); Joint Service Achievement Medal; Army Achievement Medal (4OLC); Meritorious Unit Citation (1OLC); Joint Meritorious Unit Award; Army Good Conduct Medal (5th Award); National Defense Service Medal; Iraqi Campaign Medal (2 Campaign Stars); Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal; Global War on Terrorism Service Medal; NCO Professional Development Ribbon (Numeral 3); Army Service Ribbon; Overseas Service Ribbon (Numeral 2); Drill Sergeant Identification Badge, Parachutist Badge and Expert Marksmanship Badge. He is a member of the National Association for Photoshop Professionals (NAPP), The American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA) and the American Alliance of Museums.

Biograpy and Portfolio [PDF 1.58MB]

Gallery

"Johnny"

"Johnny" - South East Asia - Watercolor and ink on paper, 24x18 | U.S. Army Special Forces Operator engaging targets as he conducted bilateral Advanced Combat Marksmanship training with the local National Counter Terrorism Special Force in Mango Training range.

"Asian Gold"

"Asian Gold" - South East Asia, Acrylic on canvas, 24x30 | U.S. Army Special Forces Operators employ close quarter combat tactics focusing on multi-cell/ multi-entry/multi-room movement in order to discriminatively engage threats.

"Knights in the Dark"

"Knights in the Dark" - South East Asia - Watercolor and ink on paper, 14x11 | U.S. Army Special Forces Operators conducting advanced marksmanship training at night time to increase close quarter combat capabilities and discriminatively engage threats in low visibility conditions.

"Train The Trainer"

"Train The Trainer" - South East Asia - Watercolor and ink on paper, 14x11 | U.S. Army Special Forces Operators utilize the "train the trainer" methodology to conduct and enforce subject matter expert exchange process to increase interoperability with the local National Counter Terrorism Special Forces."

"SF Operator Sketch"

"SF Operator Sketch" - South East Asia - U.S. Army Special Forces Operator sketch developed while documenting activities by 1SFG, Soldiers.

"SGT Lercy"

"SGT Lercy" - West Point, NY - Watercolor and ink on paper, 11x10 | U.S. Army Soldier participates in the track and field competition during the Department of Defense Warrior Games.

"SGT Mason and SPC Barr"

"SGT Mason and SPC Barr" - West Point, NY - Watercolor and ink on paper, 11x10 | U.S. Army Soldiers participates in the seated volleyball competition during the Department of Defense Warrior Games.

"SPC Davis"

"SPC Davis" - West Point, NY - Watercolor and ink on paper, 11x10 | U.S. Army Soldier participates in the archery competition during the Department of Defense Warrior Games.

"SSG Lahers"

"SSG Lahers" - West Point, NY - Watercolor and ink on paper, 11x10 | U.S. Army Soldier participates in the track and field competition during the Department of Defense Warrior Games.

"SGT Evans"

"SGT Evans" - West Point, NY - Watercolor and ink on paper, 11x10 | U.S. Army Soldier participates in the wheel chair track competition during the Department of Defense Warrior Games.

"No Matter the Weather"

"No Matter the Weather" - Iraq/Kuwait - Acrylic on wood panel, 48x36 | HH-60M Blackhawk helicopter from Cco. (AA) 1-111 th Aviation Regiment, conducts MEDEVAC operations in support of CJTF-OIR.

"SSG Smith"

"SSG Smith" - West point NY 2017 - Watercolor and gouache on paper, 14x17 | Inspired by the professionalism and commitment women Soldiers showcase every day, while defending our nation, I wanted to continue to highlight their efforts and my pride in serving in an Army that recognizes this every single day.

"All American Football"

"All American Football" - West point, NY - Watercolor on paper, 14x22.5 | Inspired by WWII 82nd paratroopers, the Army football team designed their uniforms for the historic and traditional Army Navy game in which Army defeated the Navy and broke a 14 year losing streak.

"SFC Armstrong"

"SFC Armstrong"