​​​​Justin Mendoza      

I am Justin Mendoza born in Chicago, IL.  I graduated from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign with a Bachelor's of Fine Arts in Painting.  Upon graduating I commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force.  I eventually transitioned into the U.S. Army and served overseas in Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom as a Captain.  Currently I have served over 12 years with the military. I have received a Masters of Fine Arts at Boston University.  I now reside in New York City engaging in my studio practices. 

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