#NYCC25: Martin Scorsese to Moderate “Sneak Peek: Lucas Museum of Narrative Art” Panel at New York Comic Con

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is bringing Hollywood and fine art together under one roof at this year’s New York Comic Con. On Sunday, October 12 at 11 a.m., Room 406.3 at the Javits Center will host Sneak Peek: Lucas Museum of Narrative Art a special panel moderated by none other than Martin Scorsese. Joined by visual visionaries JR, Boris Vallejo, and Julie Bell, the conversation promises to explore the intersection of art, film, and the human instinct to tell stories through images.

The event, co-presented by the Lucas Museum and Comic Con, will offer fans and art enthusiasts an inside look at the upcoming Los Angeles-based museum set to open in 2026. Founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson, the museum aims to redefine how we experience narrative art celebrating everything from classical painting to comic books. Attendees will also get an exclusive preview of renderings, concept art, and a pre-recorded interview with Lucas and Hobson that sheds light on their vision for this ambitious cultural landmark.

Scorsese’s presence as moderator underscores how narrative art bridges cinema and illustration. His decades-long career from Taxi Driver and Raging Bull to Killers of the Flower Moon has defined visual storytelling on screen. Now, he’ll lead a discussion on how images, whether painted, drawn, or photographed, shape our understanding of emotion, identity, and imagination.

Each featured artist brings a distinct perspective to that theme. French street artist JR transforms cityscapes into social statements, pasting monumental portraits that challenge public perception. Fantasy icons Boris Vallejo and Julie Bell, known for their breathtaking realism and mythic imagery, have defined the look of science fiction and fantasy for generations. Their collaboration spanning book covers, video game art, and annual fantasy calendars has inspired countless artists in film, illustration, and design.

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art will open its doors in Los Angeles in 2026, inviting visitors to explore the evolution of visual storytelling through works by Norman Rockwell, Frida Kahlo, Jack Kirby, and many more. For fans attending NYCC, this panel offers a first glimpse at how the museum plans to blend fine art, pop culture, and cinematic history into one sweeping narrative experience one that reminds us that stories don’t just live in words; they live in every frame, every brushstroke, and every imagination bold enough to see beyond the canvas.