Two artists. Two continents. Infinite perspectives. Fi Marks (UK) and Paula Telizyn (Canada) deliver punchy, bite-sized episodes designed to shake up your creativity. From deconstructing classical views to mastering the modern hustle, get the artistic insight you need in the time it takes to drink your morning coffee.
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Why "Business" Isn't a Dirty Word for Artists | Art Crush
Season 3 · Episode 24
Saturday, July 18, 2026 • Duration 20:12
Is the fear of selling out keeping you from achieving your true potential as an artist?
In this episode of Art Crush, hosts Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn dive deep into why treating your art like a business is the most empowering move you can make for your career.
Many creatives fall into the trap of waiting for the holy grail—believing a top-tier gallery will swoop in, handle all the sales, and make them famous. Fi and Paula dismantle this toxic myth, explaining why relying on luck, raw talent, or third-party representatives is a recipe for disappointment.
Instead, they share how taking personal responsibility and defining exactly what success looks like to you can completely transform your artistic journey.
In this episode, we unpick:
Why handing over all control (and a huge cut of your earnings) isn't the only way to "make it."
Why vague goals lead to aimless results, and how to figure out what you actually want.
Overcoming the societal pressures of what it means to be a proper or acceptable artist.
The straightforward, simple truth about exchanging your valuable art (as a product or service) for a profit.
Whether you are tired of underpricing your work on the sidewalk or simply want to feel confident navigating the entrepreneurial side of your passion, this episode will help you put a motor in your boat and steer your own ship.
We want to hear from you! What are your biggest questions or struggles when it comes to running your art career as a business? Let us know in the comments. New episodes of Art Crush come out every Saturday.
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About Art Crush:
Hosted by artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn, Art Crush is your unfiltered look into the realities, struggles, and triumphs of running an art business.
We tackle everything from deconstructing colonialism in the art world to mastering the modern hustle, delivering punchy, thought-provoking episodes designed to shake up your creativity.
Listen and subscribe! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and your favourite podcast platforms.
Overcoming Resistance & Imposter Syndrome with Paula Telizyn | Art Crush
Season 3 · Episode 23
Saturday, July 11, 2026 • Duration 31:16
Have you ever completely fallen out of love with your art?
In this special episode of Art Crush, the spotlight turns to co-host Paula Telizyn as she shares her candid, unfiltered journey of returning to professional painting after a long hiatus.
Following a life-altering accident in 2019, immense personal shifts, and a transition into artist mentorship, Paula packed away her brushes and publicly declared she was never painting again.
Fast forward to today, and she is officially back in her painting pants and gearing up for a major gallery show. Paula and Fi discuss the mental hurdles of getting back to the canvas, dealing with the heavy weight of perfectionism, and why facing creative resistance is a mandatory part of an artist's journey.
Paula also unveils her new portrait series, Perception 2026. By painting 30 different women, she explores the powerful gap between how we see ourselves and how the world sees us.
If you have ever struggled with imposter syndrome, lost your artistic "why," or wondered if it is too late to return to your creative roots, this episode is your permission slip to start again.What We Discuss in This Episode:
Overcoming Creative Resistance: The real, unglamorous truth about stalling, losing your supplies, avoiding the studio, and finally sitting down to paint.
Finding Your Authentic Style: Why painting abstract or landscapes wasn't the right recipe for Paula, and how returning to portraiture sparked her true passion.
The Perception Project: How Paula is capturing the deeper essence of 30 women and challenging their own self-perceptions through art.
The Importance of Art Buddies: Why every artist needs a supportive peer group to break through self-doubt and isolation.
The Power of Self-Portraits: A challenge to listeners to paint themselves and confront their own self-image.
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The Cost of Perfectionism: How to Break the Rules and Paint Your Truth | Art Crush
Season 3 · Episode 22
Friday, July 3, 2026 • Duration 24:32
Do you ever feel paralyzed by the need to make your art look perfect?
In Season 3, Episode 22 of Art Crush, Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn tackle one of the biggest roadblocks for creatives: perfectionism.
We discuss how the obsession with photorealism and perfect technique is actually costing us culturally, stifling human expression, and keeping brilliant ideas trapped inside the minds of artists who are too afraid to share them.
From unlearning the rigid rules of childhood art classes to building antifragility against armchair critics, Fi and Paula explore why learning to be at peace with your imperfect product is the ultimate key to authentic creativity.
Why the education system’s focus on drawing things exactly as they appear ruins our understanding of what art actually is.
What we can learn from how children approach learning new skills.
How perfectionism is often just a mask for trying to control how other people perceive us.
How to let unhelpful critiques roll off your back, especially when they come from well-meaning family members.
Why lumpy paint, visible brushstrokes, and so-called mistakes are what will keep human art relevant in the age of AI.
Are you struggling with perfectionism, imposter syndrome, or an unhelpful mindset? We want to hear from you! Leave a comment letting us know what is holding you back, and we may tackle your creative block (anonymously!) in a future episode.
Listen & Subscribe:New episodes of Art Crush drop every Saturday! Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, Audible, iHeartRadio, or wherever you stream your favorite shows.
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About Art Crush:
Hosted by artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn, Art Crush is your unfiltered look into the realities, struggles, and triumphs of running an art business.
Organizing an Independent Art Show with The Fifty-One Percent Collective | Art Crush
Season 3 · Episode 21
Friday, June 26, 2026 • Duration 35:08
Have you ever thought about bypassing traditional galleries and putting on your own group show?
In Season 3, Episode 21 of Art Crush, host Paula Telizyn sits down with her fellow members of The Fifty-One Percent—an international women’s artist collective featuring Fi Marks (UK), Susan Gardner (UK), Jela Prancic (Toronto), and Paula Telizyn (London, Canada).
Together, they are pulling back the curtain on exactly what it takes to organize, curate, and promote an independent, immersive group exhibition from the ground up.
As they prepare for their upcoming UK show, The Wild Within, the collective discusses why they stopped waiting for the traditional art world's permission and decided to build their own table.
Whether you are an established creator, a marginalized artist, or simply looking to collaborate with local talent, this episode is a blueprint for taking control of your art career.
In this episode, we cover:
Solo vs. Group Shows: The distinct logistical, marketing, and creative differences between curating your own work and collaborating across borders.
Leaving Egos at the Door: How to navigate disagreements, find a cohesive vision (and why naming a show takes forever!), and ensure every artist's voice is valued equally.
Bypassing the Gatekeepers: Why you don't need a gallery or a curator to validate your work—and how renting your own space can lead to a better experience for both the artist and the buyer.
Designing an Immersive Experience: A sneak peek into the lighting, animation, and audience engagement planned for The Wild Within.
About The 51% & The Wild Within: The Wild Within opens on October 23, 2026, at the Artcore Gallery in Derby, UK. Join us for a seven-day immersive art experience!
10 Things the Art World Won't Tell You (And Why We Call BS) | Art Crush
Season 3 · Episode 20
Saturday, June 20, 2026 • Duration 42:41
First of all, THANK YOU! We’ve hit a massive milestone in our listener stats, and we are so incredibly grateful to every single one of you who tunes in, shares the show, and joins the conversation.
We aren't here to be the great oracles; we’re here to learn, debate, and navigate the wild world of being professional working artists alongside you.
In this episode of Art Crush, Fi and Paula are doing something a little different. We’re reacting to a social media post titled "10 Things the Art World Won't Tell You" and breaking down exactly what's true, what's a defeatist victim complex, and what is just straight-up garbage advice.
From the epidemic of chronic underpricing to the realization that "visibility" and "quality" are not the same thing, we are dismantling the myths that keep talented artists broke and hidden in their studios.
"There is no Prince Charming or Princess Charming of the art world. It's down to you, unfortunately." — Fi Marks
If you've ever felt like your art isn't selling because you aren't following the "trends" or catering to the "tastemakers," this episode is your wake-up call to stop waiting to be discovered and start taking ownership of your art marketing.
The list we found includes the following (and there were no bullet points so we can't clearly tell if we've broken up the list properly or not):
Irrational pricing breaks young artists before it builds careers
Visibility and quality are not the same thing
The artworld is heavily shaped by tastemakers
Trends move faster than real taste
Some artists become important because enough people repeat it
Developing your own eye matters more than following consensus
The best artists usually keep working quietly
Taste is build through curiosity not status. Trusting your instinct is so important
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Are You Proud to Be an Artist? Unpacking Stereotypes & Self-Sabotage | Art Crush
Season 3 · Episode 19
Saturday, June 13, 2026 • Duration 30:30
Are you truly proud to call yourself an artist, or do you hesitate when people ask what you do?
In this episode of Art Crush, artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn dive deep into the complicated relationship artists have with their own titles.
From the romanticized 1950s trope of the "suffering creative" to the modern-day stigma of the flaky, unreliable "paste-eater," society has always projected heavy stereotypes onto the art world.
But how many of those limiting beliefs are we, as artists, actually holding onto ourselves?
Paula and Fi unpick the deep-seated self-sabotage that stops creatives from stepping into their power as ambitious business owners.
They explore why "art as therapy" is a dangerous mindset for a professional, the difference between endless self-reflection and taking actual, physical action, and why you constantly need to return to your why.
In this episode, we cover:
The Burden of Perception: How the general public, the media, and galleries view artists—and why it needs to change.
The "Flaky Artist" Myth: Unpacking where societal stereotypes come from and who benefits from them.
Claiming Your Title: Why so many creatives are terrified to proudly say, "I am an artist."
Action over Navel-Gazing: How to transition from endlessly examining your mindset to actually putting paint on the canvas.
Join the Conversation:We want to hear from you! Are you proud to be an artist? Do you feel respected in your field, or are you fighting against expectations?
Leave us a comment or reach out—we’d love to bounce ideas back and forth.
Listen & Subscribe:New episodes of Art Crush drop every Saturday (UK time). If you found this episode helpful, please share it with your artist friends and follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, Audible, or wherever you get your favorite podcasts!
The Gallery Won't Save You: How to Actually Sell Your Art at Shows & Events | Art Crush
Season 3 · Episode 18
Friday, June 5, 2026 • Duration 23:22
Getting accepted into a prestigious gallery, art fair, or exhibition feels like a massive win—but it is not the finish line for your creative business.
If you think landing one big show guarantees smooth sailing for the rest of your career, it’s time for a reality check.
In this episode of Art Crush, professional artists Paula Telizyn and Fi Marks dismantle the myth of the big break. Too many artists put the entire responsibility of their success into the hands of a curator or event organizer, only to be let down when the sales don't automatically roll in.
Paula and Fi discuss the massive mistake artists make on social media when promoting an upcoming show: spending all their energy hyping up the venue while completely forgetting to market their own artwork.
Galleries and event organizers are focused on promoting their spaces. It is your job to promote the transformational value of your original art.
In this episode, we cover:
Why relying on a gallery or curator to build your career is a trap.
The common social media mistake artists make when accepted into a show.
How to stop just having "nice chats" at your booth and start selling your art.
Shifting your marketing focus from the event to the client experience.
Taking full responsibility for your creative success and art sales.
Listen now to take control of your next exhibition!
About Art Crush:
Hosted by artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn, Art Crush is your unfiltered look into the realities, struggles, and triumphs of running an art business.
We tackle everything from deconstructing colonialism in the art world to mastering the modern hustle, delivering punchy, thought-provoking episodes designed to shake up your creativity.
Hobby Artist vs. Professional Artist: It’s an Attitude, Not a Paycheque | Art Crush
Season 3 · Episode 17
Saturday, May 30, 2026 • Duration 33:17
What is the real difference between being a hobby artist and a professional artist? Does it come down to how much money you make? (Spoiler: No.)
In this episode of Art Crush, hosts Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn dive deep into the nuances that separate creating art for yourself from treating your art as a profession.
We are removing the hierarchy and throwing out the capitalist pressure that says one path is "better" than the other, focussing instead on what actually matters: your mindset, intention, and attitude.
Whether your studio time is your personal therapy and much-needed "me-time", or you are actively refining your messaging with a specific audience in mind, this conversation will help you embrace exactly where you are in your creative journey.
About Art Crush:
Hosted by artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn, Art Crush is your unfiltered look into the realities, struggles, and triumphs of running an art business.
We tackle everything from deconstructing colonialism in the art world to mastering the modern hustle, delivering punchy, thought-provoking episodes designed to shake up your creativity.
Listen and subscribe! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and your favourite podcast platforms.
Why Artists Quit (And How to Keep Going) | Art Crush
Season 3 · Episode 16
Saturday, May 23, 2026 • Duration 33:27
Have you ever reached the point where you just wanted to throw in the towel and quit making art entirely? You aren't alone.
In this episode of Art Crush, artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn dive deep into the artist mindset to unpack exactly why artists quit—and what it really takes to push through challenging thoughts.
When you change how you see yourself as a creator, your brain physically reacts to that shift. We discuss how to navigate that mental friction, why avoiding the hard parts of the creative process is holding you back, and how to finally make peace with the struggle.
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About Art Crush:
Hosted by artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn, Art Crush is your unfiltered look into the realities, struggles, and triumphs of running an art business.
We tackle everything from deconstructing colonialism in the art world to mastering the modern hustle, delivering punchy, thought-provoking episodes designed to shake up your creativity.
Listen and subscribe! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and your favourite podcast platforms.
The Secret to Artist Confidence: Creating with Intention & Overcoming Fear | Art Crush
Season 3 · Episode 15
Friday, May 15, 2026 • Duration 28:36
Do you ever struggle with self-doubt or fear when sharing your work with the world?
In this week's episode of Art Crush, British artist Fi Marks and Canadian artist Paula Telizyn sit down to unpack the true source of artistic confidence: knowing exactly what you are trying to say.
Navigating the art business as a female artist in 2026 comes with its own unique set of challenges, but Fi reveals how grounding your practice in a strong, clear message can completely change your trajectory.
We dive deep into the battle between creative fear and unshakeable confidence, exploring how creating art with deep intention transforms not only how your work is perceived by collectors and galleries, but how successful your art business ultimately becomes.
In this episode, we cover:
The Root of Artist Confidence: Why knowing your core message is the ultimate antidote to creative self-doubt.
Perception vs. Reality: How the outside world perceives your art, and how to guide that narrative through intentionality.
Overcoming Fear: Practical advice for pushing past the vulnerability of putting your work out there.
Art Business Success: How creating with purpose directly impacts your growth and sales as an artist in 2026.
Whether you're a full-time professional or just starting to build your creative practice, this conversation is a masterclass in finding your artistic voice and owning it.
Listen now to step into your confidence as an artist!
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Whether you're looking for fresh or just love that explore the real lives of , grab your favorite drink and join us for this week's chat!
See the Art in Person: Join Fi and Paula at the Artcore Gallery in Derby, UK, from October 23 to October 30, 2026.
Follow Paula's Progress: Watch the "Perception 2026" pieces come to life on Instagram @bored.fruit.donkey or follow her on Facebook.
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About Art Crush:
Hosted by artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn, Art Crush is your unfiltered look into the realities, struggles, and triumphs of running an art business.
We tackle everything from deconstructing colonialism in the art world to mastering the modern hustle, delivering punchy, thought-provoking episodes designed to shake up your creativity.
Listen and subscribe! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and your favourite podcast platforms.
We tackle everything from deconstructing colonialism in the art world to mastering the modern hustle, delivering punchy, thought-provoking episodes designed to shake up your creativity.
Listen and subscribe! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and your favourite podcast platforms.
Hosted by artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn, Art Crush is your unfiltered look into the realities, struggles, and triumphs of running an art business.
We tackle everything from deconstructing colonialism in the art world to mastering the modern hustle, delivering punchy, thought-provoking episodes designed to shake up your creativity.
Listen and subscribe! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and your favourite podcast platforms.
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Hosted by artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn, Art Crush is your unfiltered look into the realities, struggles, and triumphs of running an art business.
We tackle everything from deconstructing colonialism in the art world to mastering the modern hustle, delivering punchy, thought-provoking episodes designed to shake up your creativity.
Listen and subscribe! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and your favourite podcast platforms.
Hosted by artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn, Art Crush is your unfiltered look into the realities, struggles, and triumphs of running an art business.
We tackle everything from deconstructing colonialism in the art world to mastering the modern hustle, delivering punchy, thought-provoking episodes designed to shake up your creativity.
Listen and subscribe! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and your favourite podcast platforms.
Make sure to hit FOLLOW on Spotify so you never miss an episode!
About Art Crush:
Hosted by artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn, Art Crush is your unfiltered look into the realities, struggles, and triumphs of running an art business.
We tackle everything from deconstructing colonialism in the art world to mastering the modern hustle, delivering punchy, thought-provoking episodes designed to shake up your creativity.
Listen and subscribe! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and your favourite podcast platforms.
