In an interesting exchange, I tried to explain why I had decided against purchasing a specific #artistsbook a few years ago. I ended my explanations with "It's difficult to write that down, because it's primarily based on a feeling. This can change. And I often question their justification anyway - i.e. when I compare myself to colleagues who (can) acquire according to guidelines. >>
>> "Evaluating" art is a curse and a blessing at the same time, because somehow it should be justifiable and objectifiable what I do. But it's often not."