Mexican painter, identity and pain in portraiture
Jessica Morgan has been named Tate director as the institution faces funding pressures, visitor declines, and calls for clearer strategy after a turbulent period under Balshaw. The transition comes amid record blockbusters at Tate Modern and ongoing debates about the museum's direction and funding.
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art opens on Sept. 22 in Exposition Park, Los Angeles. George Lucas and Mellody Hobson have funded the project, which centers on narrative art across media—from Pop to Rockwell and Frida Kahlo to Star Wars. Officials say Star Wars materials occupy about 7% of the galleries, with the rest dedicated to a broader collection. The museum’s design is spaceship-inspired, and the project has faced delays and costly reviews.