Steal Like an Artist - Austin Kleon

Steal Like an Artist

By Austin Kleon

  • Release Date: 2012-02-28
  • Genre: Self-Improvement
Score: 4.5
4.5
From 110 Ratings

Description

Unlock your creativity.

An inspiring guide to creativity in the digital age, Steal Like an Artist presents ten transformative principles that will help readers discover their artistic side and build a more creative life.
 
Nothing is original, so embrace influence, school yourself through the work of others, remix and reimagine to discover your own path. Follow interests wherever they take you—what feels like a hobby may turn into you life’s work. Forget the old cliché about writing what you know: Instead, write the book you want to read, make the movie you want to watch.
 
And finally, stay Smart, stay out of debt, and risk being boring in the everyday world so that you have the space to be wild and daring in your imagination and your work.

 “Brilliant and real and true.”—Rosanne Cash
 

Reviews

  • The beginning was really good

    3
    By ZerosaMusic
    The ending for me, from like page 40 or so til the end were of things I already knew
  • Amazing Read!

    5
    By Yourboycelebrity
    If you’re looking for a book that will challenge your assumptions, spark your imagination, and leave you excited to create, I can’t recommend this one enough. It’s a game-changer for anyone who values innovation and personal growth. What stood out most to me was how the book balanced deep insights with actionable advice. The chapters were filled with examples, anecdotes, and thought-provoking exercises that not only inspired me but also gave me the tools to tap into my own creative potential. I walked away with a better understanding of how to embrace challenges, generate ideas, and stay motivated in the face of setbacks.
  • Steal

    5
    By chiuscnjfscbj
    Must read for any people pursuing art.
  • Inspiring

    5
    By karri44
    Cannot wait to steal
  • Short but Valuable Read

    5
    By JDeanR
    This book was energizing. As someone who struggles with personal motivation, this framework was what I needed to get up and DO SOMETHING.