1.   Artists are chosen by an international jury that spends days reviewing slides, videos and other documentation.

2.   Armstrong chose the artists after two years of extensive travel to studios and galleries.

3.   Both times modern art curator Trevor Fairbrother chose the artists, and both times he said he agreed with the decision to renege.

4.   In choosing his artists, Castelli put his natural conviviality to work.

5.   In fact, he generally chooses the artist first, then selects the book to be published in consultation with the artist.

6.   It is clear why these accomplished artists were chosen.

7.   Morin knew this and wisely chose artists who would avoid cliche and bring their own experiences to the project rather than try to be temporary Shakers.

8.   Now artists are generally chosen by panels made up of arts professionals and community leaders, and one result is more conservative, less controversial art.

9.   Phaidon chooses artists from around the world and pays them the compliment of intense scrutiny.

10.   He chose his artists carefully and was fiercely devoted to them, mounting shows and promoting their efforts despite widespread skepticism about modern art.