Visual Systems
Steal Like an Artist
Austin Kleon — 2012
A liberating manifesto that dismantles the paralyzed fear of being "original." Austin Kleon argues that no idea is truly new, and that the path to creative breakthrough lies in embracing influence, remixing the work of heroes, and establishing a routine that supports consistent output. It serves as a practical field guide for designers to overcome imposter syndrome, harness the power of side projects, and build a creative life that endures.
- ISBN
- 9780761169
- ISBN 13
- 978-0761169253
- Pages
- 161
- Reading time
- 12
- Level
- Beginner
- Publisher
- Workman Publishing Company
- Edition release date
- 28/02/2012
Notable Quotes
“If you ever find that you’re the most talented person in the room, you need to find another room.”
“"Be regular and orderly in your life, so that you may be violent and original in your work." — Gustave Flaubert (quoted by Kleon)”
“"Modern art = I could do that + Yeah, but you didn’t." — Craig Damrauer (quoted by Kleon)”
“Draw the art you want to see, start the business you want to run, play the music you want to hear, write the books you want to read, build the products you want to use—do the work you want to see done.”
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