Lorna Simpson receives Getty Medal
The J. Paul Getty Trust has announced that it will present the annual J. Paul Getty Medal, its highest honor, to artist Lorna Simpson, as well as Ed Ruscha and classicist Mary Beard. Established in 2013 by the trustees of the J. Paul Getty Trust, the J. Paul Getty Medal has been awarded to 11 distinguished individuals to honor their extraordinary contributions to the practice, understanding and support of the arts.