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Show Your Work!: 10 Ways to Share Your Creativity and Get Discovered by [Austin Kleon]

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In his New York Times bestseller Steal Like an Artist, Austin Kleon showed readers how to unlock their creativity by “stealing” from the community of other movers and shakers. Now, in an even more forward-thinking and necessary book, he shows how to take that critical next step on a creative journey—getting known.

Show Your Work! is about why generosity trumps genius. It’s about getting findable, about using the network instead of wasting time “networking.” It’s not self-promotion, it’s self-discovery—let others into your process, then let them steal from you. Filled with illustrations, quotes, stories, and examples, Show Your Work! offers ten transformative rules for being open, generous, brave, productive.

In chapters such as You Don’t Have to Be a Genius; Share Something Small Every Day; and Stick Around, Kleon creates a user’s manual for embracing the communal nature of creativity— what he calls the “ecology of talent.” From broader life lessons about work (you can’t find your voice if you don’t use it) to the etiquette of sharing—and the dangers of oversharing—to the practicalities of Internet life (build a good domain name; give credit when credit is due), it’s an inspiring manifesto for succeeding as any kind of artist or entrepreneur in the digital age.

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Forget the lone genius myth, says Kleon, author of the best-seller, Steal like an Artist (2012). His 10-step journey in this beginner’s guide to self-promotion emphasizes audience building and explains the how and why of such approaches as thinking about process rather than product, sharing something each day, teaching what you know, learning to take a punch, and developing staying power. Kleon’s use of artists’ quotes, photographs, and organizational diagrams enhances the text as he reminds readers of how interested people are in the creative process. Become a documentarian . . . start a journal . . . keep a scrapbook . . . see the work you’re doing more clearly and feel . . . progress. When you’re ready to share, you’ll have a surplus of material. Put work out there and let people take their best shot. Then make even more work and keep sharing it until you learn that criticism can’t hurt and may help you. And stick with it. Kleon’s powerful advice makes this small-format book not-at-all little. --Whitney Scott --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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"[Show Your Work is] timeless; readers can return to it repeatedly throughout life and still glean useful ideas and tips... Anyone starting out (or starting over)...will find upbeat encouragement here."
―Library Journal

“Some people are natural self-promoters. For others, it’s painfully difficult to put their work out there. In this creatively designed pocket-sized book, Kleon offers the latter group effective strategies that allow them to share their work without leaving their comfort zone…. Kleon’s advice is sassy and spot-on.”
―Publishers Weekly

“[The] subtitle could just as easily be, ‘How to Self-promote Without Being a Jerkface.’ It’s an incredibly useful and compulsively readable short book.”
―Fast Company

“Kleon addresses with equal parts humility, honesty, and humor one of the quintessential questions of the creative life: How do you get ‘discovered’? In some ways, the book is the mirror-image of Kleon’s debut ― rather than encouraging you to ‘steal’ from others… it offers a blueprint to making your work influential enough to be theft-worthy.”
―Brain Pickings

“A must-read for anyone involved in the creative process.”
―LibraryReads

“Kleon’s powerful advice makes this small-format book not-at-all little.”
―Booklist

“In this motivating book, packed with smart approaches, ideas and quotes, Kleon teaches you how best to navigate through creative work in the present day. . . . A certain and deserved bestseller.”
―The Bookseller

“It’s not often that I find myself reviewing a book that I can say has already changed my life. . . . At a crucial turn in this fabulous little wallop of a book comes the simple directive, ‘Share something small every day.’ That ‘something’ oughtn’t be your Instagrammed latte or a selfie, but something ‘useful or interesting’ about your work. Put enough somethings out there, and a lone artist or entrepreneur can soon be a productive part of a creative community.”
―BookPage

--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

File size : 17072 KB
Publication date : March 6, 2014
Print length : 117 pages
Word Wise : Enabled
Publisher : Workman Publishing Company; Illustrated edition (March 6, 2014)
ASIN : B00GU2RGGI
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Language: : English
Lending : Enabled

Best Sellers Rank: #30,155 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #1 in Graphic Arts
- #1 in Design (Kindle Store)
- #2 in Art Study & Teaching

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Sara

I'm glad it was short.

Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2018

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I was required to read this for a college course with a detailed quiz after so I had to read it more than once. I liked the overall general concepts of the book. But they were pretty basic marketing that most people know after a first time google search (have a website, reach out on social media, remind people you exist). Also the cute artsy format worked most of the time (more on that below).

Here's what I didn't like:
The constant single sentence celebrity name dropping as examples of success being constantly used. I know Kleon's most famous work is "Steal Like an Artist" but I think he could have done without constantly using other peoples words to make a point where his own would have been fine. Even if it was limited to just once per page instead of 2-3 times it would have been less grating.

Also the "art" pages would have fit better if they weren't placed in the middle of a sentence so often.

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Cejay Mel

Very disappointing

Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2018

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After reading his How to Steal Like an Artist I was eager to read this one as well. This book failed on many levels. Its main focus is internet/social media recognition. Very little on actually showing work. And it is already outdated. The internet/social media world has drastically changed in four years and by following his suggestions your work would most likely be shared and copied and made into memes all outside your realm of ownership. If possible I am returning this book.

28 people found this helpful

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Juli Hoffman

A Fantastic Book for Writers and Other Creative People

Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2018

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Such a fantastic book for creatively minded people! It’s the kind of book that you can pick up and set down over and over again. A good book to have on your nightstand or—dare I say it—in your bathroom. (Yes, I’m a bathroom reader. ) I’d certainly give it away as a gift. It would make a nice graduation present for a budding artist or writer.

I constantly over-think my writing. I’m afraid to share my words and feelings with others. I’ve certainly grown as a person over the years, but my journey seems to be three steps forward, two steps back. Yes, I’m making progress. Slowly. SOOO slowly. This book helped me to realize that what I’m doing DOES have value and I appreciate the author reminding me of this!

Thank you, Austin Kleon, for sharing your ideas!

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chesty

Just Ok

Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2020

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I really loved "Steal Like an Artist". I felt like it was inspiring and super helpful. This book, not as much. I don't have a problem with sharing my work, and process and giving credit to other artists. Those are all great ideas. I got stuck on the notion that I should be sharing what I'm doing every day. I also don't like the idea of showing works in progress and talking about my process via social media. I know people that do this and unless they're a really great artist, I find this really annoying. There's a narcissistic component to this, that I think is rampant in social media. The idea that I'm such a compelling figure that everyone is interested in every little thing that I do is nauseating as far as I'm concerned. I also think that art shouldn't be talked about too much. Some should be left to mystery. Maybe it's a generational thing. Kleon is quite a bit younger than me, and over-sharing is just the norm now. Doesn't mean I have to like it.

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"How to Steal Like an Artist" as well

Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2017

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This author has written, "How to Steal Like an Artist" as well. Both great books in my opinion. Not too long - and easy reads. Very pleasant and fun books. Author has great sense of humor. I bought it for my sister as well. She has everything, and I know she has trouble with motivating herself. This is for people who are creative, who do create, and who want to share what they create, paint, write, invent.

Highly Highly Recommended. I am collecting digital images to copy color schemes in what would be considered original art, digitally painted with the idea to use the art as inspiration, and yet paint my own stuff. There is a difference between stealing art and using art as inspiration; though the author says it differently. This particular book takes you to the next step where your work will get seen. For me it is just for fun. I do not sell. But we can all use a compliment or two, right? A captive audience. Some day maybe an offer to have me do commissioned work....errr maybe.

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D. Bivins

Derivative, but inspirational book.

Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2015

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This is a refreshing kick in the butt about believing in yourself as a creative person and jumping in with both feet. The basic idea is to put yourself out there even if you (or your work) is a work in progress. This book borrows heavily from the late Paul Arden's "It's Not Who You Are, It's Who You Want To Be." In fact, the author quotes Mr. Arden at one point in the book, but in the page of acknowledgments, he makes no mention of Arden's wonderful book (get it). That's why I dinged this book a star. I do recommend this book if you are at all insecure about your place in the (creative) world, but I also highly recommend Mr. Arden's book, which is a classic and essential (and a shorter read than this).

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Andy Araya

The Push I Need It

Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2019

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I'm a perfectionist and I have always thought that you should not show your work until is finished (just like Picasso). But now days you really need to show your work and I was able to understand how people connect with your making process as well. I really recommend you to read this book if you are still hesitating about going out there and start building a community around the things you love to do.

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Oscar A. Campos Gonzalez

Good refresh of the formula!

Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2020

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I like Austin first book "Steal like an artist". Though, even this one is good it didn't feel surprising or illuminating like the first one.

Why? I believe is because Austin didn't discover anything new here, just described the process you would learn from other internet marketing or personal branding books, but from the perspective of an artist.

Do I recommend it? Yes, but not too much if you had read several books on the subject (marketing, social media, personal branding, etc.) On the other hand, if you're a graphic or creative professional, an artist, who don't have idea of what to do with internet, how to promote yourself there, this book will be a great start.

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Pietro Latini

Amazing and very useful

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 24, 2019

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This is the very first book that I’ve read that focuses on teaching you different hacks in life. I usually read fantasy and fiction, but from YouTubers, I managed to stumble across books such as this which have influenced them. Because of them, I’ve decided to try them out myself. While being short, everything written on it has taught me something new, and I probably took longer than others to read it because I wrote notes on every passage on my Mac. Thank you once again for this excellent guide.

7 people found this helpful

Inspiring, thought-provoking, made me giggle

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 24, 2019

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This book is brilliant. It takes a lot to keep my attention but this book did it. It had a LOT of pictures (so perhaps there isn’t as much content as you might initially believe when first looking at it) but it’s great for encouragement in DOING.

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deborah mendez

i love this guy and i love this book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 14, 2018

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All his books are interesting. Perhaps if you are a creator/maker/artist then he speaks to you. Otherwise he is an imaginative a great author whom i quite like to read myself and i also buy his books as gifts.

7 people found this helpful

WatIZIT

Just what I needed

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 26, 2019

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I don't tend to write reviews or be a so called "fan" of anybody, but, I am obsessed with his books and weekly newsletters. Each book was perfectly timed for me and where my head was at.
Chanelle

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Jim Roberts

Great Creativity Booster

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 31, 2017

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Succinct and valuable read. Austin has clearly had success with his work and wants to pass on some useful lessons learnt along the way without patronising the reader! Absolutely loved some of the ideas e.g the Vampire Test and books are made out of books. It makes you want to take steps forward.

Finished quickly on the kindle, a real page turner. However enjoying going back through on the Kindle Cloud Reader to see the illustrations & quotes in full detail!

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