‘Night-Flock’ Unveiled at Goodfellow AFB as 150th Sheep in San Angelo Art Series

SAN ANGELO, TX — Goodfellow Air Force Base unveiled its newest public art installation Tuesday afternoon: a custom-painted sheep named "Night-Flock," a nod to the 313th Training Squadron’s mascot. 

The sculpture, created by local artist Jose Duran, marks the 150th uniquely decorated sheep on public display across San Angelo as part of the city’s ongoing “Sheep Spectacular” program. The artwork features a nighthawk-inspired design with painted wings and vivid detail.

“The sheep is significant to our history of once being the wool and mohair capital of the world," said Monica Ramos, Executive Director of Downtown San Angelo. "We don’t have that title any longer, but we like to stay proud of that title and hold on to it … as well as talking about the history of the Miss Wool Pageant. … Today, as far as sheep that are on location, this is sheep No. 150 that you can find on location, and overall, we have 176 sheep total that have been sponsored over time. … It’s something that’s very heartfelt, because it’s meaningful, and only San Angelo has these sheep.”

The 313th Training Squadron raised funds to sponsor the sheep, with support from Downtown San Angelo and local artists. Lt. Col. B. Garrett Williams, commander of the 313th Training Squadron, said the statue embodies the squadron’s values and community connection.

“It is with grateful hearts that we are able to contribute to Downtown San Angelo and acquire for ourselves our own sheep that we call Night-Flock, a tangible testament to the partnership between Goodfellow Air Force Base and the local community," Lt. Col. Williams said.

Duran, who also painted sheep for the 316th Training Squadron, said this project pushed his creativity.

“Every sheep that I have created is special, but this one is very special, because to try to make it look like a bird was very difficult. … I love airbrushing," Duran said. "I do a lot of artwork. … Feathers are really hard to paint, but I had a great time, even though it was very difficult.”

Goodfellow’s tradition of sponsoring sheep began in 2011 with “Lt. Col. Ewe-little,” placed at the Jacobson Gate. Other sheep on base include “Meg” at the 316th Training Squadron and “Ricky the Rattler” at the 315th.

The unveiling ceremony concluded with a group photo in front of Night-Flock, now permanently stationed outside Building 313 to greet students and visitors entering the squadron.

The 313th Training Squadron trains approximately 4,000 intelligence Airmen annually through advanced virtual, mobile, and in-residence courses. It also supports officers from 80 allied partner nations in national security objectives.