- I recently read an article that suggested that art book publishers were too focused (like many) on the recession and not on producing what most artists, curators, critics and art lovers, like--great art books.
The article stated that there are some obstacles facing the publishers that are related to the economic conditions. Just as museums and other cultural institutions are struggling with funding for programs, purchases and staffing the publishers are also confronting challenges.
Other issues mentioned were:
Reaching consumers
Competing with the low-price commodity market
Finding the expertise available to produce a great art book
Everyone is n agreement that public interest in quality art books has not declined. It is, however, becoming more difficult for a lot of us to find great art books. I sincerely hope that the publishers are able to resolve these issues. A world without great art books would be as sad as a world without art museums or art galleries.
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