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Your unique perspective is what makes your work original from "summary" of Steal Like an Artist 10th Anniversary Gift Edition with a New Afterword by the Author by Austin Kleon

Your work doesn’t have to be completely original to be meaningful. In fact, it’s impossible for it to be completely original, because all creative work is built on what came before. What makes your work original is your unique perspective. No one else has your point of view, your voice, your experiences. That’s what makes your work valuable. When you’re just starting out, it can be hard to see your own voice or perspective. You might feel like you’re just copying others, or that your work isn’t good enough. But the truth is, your perspective is what sets you apart. It’s what makes your work worth paying attention to. Instead of trying to be completely original, focus on honing your perspective. Pay attention to what excites you, what makes you angry, what makes you happy. Those are the things that will make your work unique. Your perspective is like a fingerprint - no one else has one quite like yours. So embrace it, and let it shine through in everything you create. It...
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    Steal Like an Artist 10th Anniversary Gift Edition with a New Afterword by the Author

    Austin Kleon

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