Art news round-up

News items from the week:

“Arts funding is not a grant. It’s an investment” Why funding the arts makes political and strategic sense for all http://bit.ly/9SuzXB

The dangers of taking art too seriously http://bit.ly/9Qif57 Any thoughts on this? Please share, I think it’s an interesting question.

A new discovery opens up a whole new window into El Greco’s work – a Greek insight http://bit.ly/dpU2ZK

Exhibitions about the unknown – museums who are saying ‘we’re not sure’ http://bit.ly/9ukTfR

The impact of Asian buyers in the art market (and what auction houses are hoping it will mean) http://bit.ly/9dDhn6

Popular stories this week:

Artists are so often afflicted by perfectionism – here’s an analysis to help concentrate on the positive side http://bit.ly/bHxk8F

Addictive, non-material art comes to an empty Guggenheim http://bit.ly/bRpuay

The days of basement museum cafes are fading – enter new, stylish dining options http://bit.ly/dDfQYq

And last but certainly not least, the tale of the uncollectable work of art that’s taken off with a bang http://bit.ly/dgMzjU and what people think http://bit.ly/bifReV

As ever, we are delighted to hear what you think – share thoughts, projects and grumbles in the comments section!