Steal Like an Artist

Steal Like an Artist is a rare book you can finish quickly yet still gain meaningful insights from. It’s perfect for anyone exploring creativity or design. Each chapter feels personal and relatable, and the creative illustrations, playful layout, and the cute square-shaped book design make it incredibly engaging.

In this book Austin Kleon aims to break down the barriers and fears associated with originality and encourage readers to draw inspiration from the world around them. This book has redefined my perspective on creativity. It's emphasis on the power of influence and the creative process. Kleon challenges the notion of originality and instead celebrates the act of remixing and repurposing ideas (Stealing and using those ideas in your work). This liberating perspective encourages you to draw inspiration from diverse sources. The book offers actionable strategies and exercises that can be immediately applied to one's creative journey. Kleon's insights on establishing a creative routine, curating influences, and sharing your work have had a profound impact on my own artistic endeavors. It challenges conventional thinking, offers practical advice, and empowers you to embrace your influences and finding your own artistic voice. It's a small visually appealing book that can be read in 2-3 hours. Highly recommended for everyone especially for Artists and Creatives in any field.

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A must-read for creatives! Austin Kleon breaks the myth of originality, showing how great ideas come from inspiration and remixing. The book is simple, engaging, and filled with practical wisdom, perfect for designers, artists, and creators. I got it as a Secret Santa gift for my designer friend, and I know they’ll love it! 🎨✨

The book that finally inspired me to write my first book. Will always keep SLAA on my bookshelf.

This book change my perspective towards me, my art and the world

"Steal Like an Artist" by Austin Kleon is quite an enlightening read. It encourages readers to embrace influence, remix others' ideas creatively, and discover their unique path. It's not about plagiarism, rather, it's about understanding that all creative work builds on what came before. It's a guide that encourages the artist in everyone to look to the world around them for inspiration. Remember, as we journey through life, we're all artists, painting our own unique masterpiece.

The binding of the book isn't great. But am still keeping it.N I bought this book ata a higher price than from where I usually buy my books as they said they will take longer. But next time, I will wait rather than receive a book that am not so happy about and doubt ,if it's real or a copy.