The thing is: It takes a lot of energy to be creative. You don't have that energy if you waste it on other stuff.
Austin KleonThe only way to find your voice is to use it. It’s hardwired, built into you. Talk about the things you love. Your voice will follow.
Austin KleonThe computer brings out the uptight perfectionist in us - we start editing ideas before we have them.
Austin KleonWhat a good artist understands is that nothing comes from nowhere. All creative work builds on what came before. Nothing is completely original.
Austin KleonThat’s the thing you have to understand about the whole process of art (or the work that we do) – you’re only half of the equation. It’s an interaction between you and the person who’s going to experience the work. The person who’s going to experience the work is bringing just as much to it and is just as important as you are.
Austin Kleon