“What a good artist understands is that nothing comes from nowhere. All creative work builds on what came before. Nothing is completely original.”
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Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative
This book explores the concept of creativity by advocating for the idea of borrowing and adapting ideas from the works of others as a means to enhance one's own creative process. more
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Austin Kleon
Austin Kleon is an American author known for his unique writing style and insights into the creative life. His works often focus on balancing work and life, as well as inspiring personal creativity. Kleon's books, 'Steal Like an Artist' and 'Show Your Work!', have been well-received by readers worldwide. more
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