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Austin Kleon
Author, artist
Writer and artist exploring creativity, sharing work publicly, and sustaining creative practice
Why I Follow
Austin's trilogy on creative work (Steal, Show, Keep Going) provides practical philosophy for anyone making things. His newsletter and blog embody the "show your work" ethos.
Key Ideas
- Steal like an artist - Creativity is remix and combination
- Show your work - Share process, not just product
- Keep going - Sustainability over intensity
- Be boring - Routine enables creativity
When I Reference
- Overcoming creative blocks
- Building an audience for work
- Balancing creation and consumption
- Protecting creative energy