I feel that I’m part of the problem … if there is one … because I buy only books that are truly beautiful. In my defense: I buy PDFs of less beautiful games.
I think having a TTRPG with great artwork is somewhat buying two-in-one. You buy a game that is also nice to look at, while you buy an art book that also has a practical function. You support a game designer AND an artist. So … best of both worlds?
But it’s still sad for all the great games that can’t afford the cooperation with an equally great artist, and therefore never come to the attention of a wider audience.