This topic was old in 2014.
HiG are continuing to support the new edition of Carcassonne. Though 16th Century philosophers will allow you to form an opinion without justification, I wont.
There is no need to be rude about something you don't like. Most of the opinions here are without any constructive critism.
I am aware of a large base of players that prefer the new art work. I for one think the accessibility is much improved and I also think the old tiles look very dated now. The higher contrast makes differentiation of features clearer.
Regardless of opinion, people have worked hard to create the new edition. Anne Pätzke has been kind enough to support this forum directly and I cannot sit by and let people be immature and obnoxious.
Improvements were made when the Princess and Dragon tiles were released. If you don't like the new artwork you are welcome to remain in the year 2000.