Inspired by this film: youtube.com/watch?v=sMfaaEnryy... I've bought my own book: 'Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative '. I love it. It's one of those book you know you'll come back.
I did a few cosplay photos (like Chucky doll, Alice in Wonderland, Corpse Bride, etc.) and I heard once that I shouldn't do that. I should find something else, my own, and not copy others. I felt really sad about that. I didn't consider it as a copying. Our outfits obviously didn't look the same, we have different poses, different locations and I always put all my heart into that project and added something from me. This book is actually comforting. And it shows the difference between good and bad theft.
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Katrina Yu Ohh, I love that book too. A quick read but pack a punch! Austin Kleon had been an inspiration for me because he is so creative. (I stalk him on Twitter haha)
There is definitely a fine line between "copied exactly from" and "inspired by" in art. And I think a lot of people really miss the point of what they are copying.
While you're on the topic, you might be interested in this: 5 mins talk about Imitation on Design - vimeo.com/7353260
Also, the insightful Jason Fried once wrote:
"Don’t be worried about those copying you. They are copies. Worry about those doing it differently than you. They are originals."
I think it applies to you. You're original.