TOTALLY F#@!ING NORMAL

Maggie Fedorov
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Your friendly reminder that all the challenges which arise in your creative pursuits are TOTALLY F#@!ING NORMAL. Exploring anything and everything pertaining to the art world and life as a creative. thesacrosanctatelier.substack.com

  1. Episode 33: The Outcast Among the Outcast

    2 DAYS AGO

    Episode 33: The Outcast Among the Outcast

    In this episode @maggiefedorov is joined by Geneva Allen ( @geneva_seasfae ) of San Bernardino County, California to talk about the outsider experience and how that presents itself within the fine art world. Geneva discusses how much of the misfit archetypal experience is specifically imposed on artists that are multi-passionate and choose not to limit themselves to working in just one medium; how she views herself as an artist and a complex human being that has been deemed The Outcast™️; and how walking the path of the misfit with pride actually has turned out to be the best thing for both her creative vision and her inner artist. Do you think that the "othering" of our community members is a harm, a help, or perhaps a complex web of a little of both? Listen now to hear our thoughts on this and more. Episode image courtesy of Geneva Allen Boone's Solace LLC © 2026. All Rights Reserved. SHOW NOTES: Geneva on Instagram Geneva's Website TOTALLY F#@!ING NORMAL on Instagram Maggie on Instagram

    1hr 37min
  2. Episode 32: (EVERY/NO)THING IS ART w/ Indre Labanauskaite

    6 APR

    Episode 32: (EVERY/NO)THING IS ART w/ Indre Labanauskaite

    In this episode @maggiefedorov is joined by Indre Labanauskaite ( @manyiiiart ) of Vilnius, Lithuania to talk about her explorations in medium and more. Indre discusses how much of what we call "real" art, in her opinion, is tied up in medium; how she personally defines "art"; and how digging deep in process adds richness to her creative practice as well as elsewhere in life. Do you think that the art is the finished thing you end up with when you're done working; or do you feel as we do, that "art" is actually a secret other thing? Listen today to hear our thoughts on these topics and more! Episode 32 is available now! Episode image courtesy of Indre Labanauskaite Boone's Solace LLC © 2026. All Rights Reserved. SHOW NOTES: Indre on Instagram TOTALLY F#@!ING NORMAL on Instagram Maggie on Instagram

    45 min
  3. Episode 31: The Valley of the Shadow: Admiration or Genuine Connection? w/ Jillian Morn

    2 MAR

    Episode 31: The Valley of the Shadow: Admiration or Genuine Connection? w/ Jillian Morn

    In this episode @maggiefedorov is joined by Jillian Morn (@jillsvintagevault) artist and photographer of Seattle, WA to talk about the kinda dusty, kinda "mid" reactions that we're all familiar with then we share new work. Jillian discusses the role of intention in sharing art and how this impacts how we feel about the reception of the work; what kind of engagement feels really fulfilling for artists; and how artists can cultivate more feedback in line with their current goals for connecting with audiences. Do you think we tend to confuse admiration with connection? Listen today to hear our thoughts on these topics and more!SHOW NOTES: Jillian on Instagram Etsy: Jill's Vintage Vault TOTALLY F#@!ING NORMAL Instagram Maggie on Instagram

    57 min
  4. Epsiode 30: Strength, Mastery, Folly & Failure: MASTER & APPRENTICE w/ Paloma Strong

    27/10/2025

    Epsiode 30: Strength, Mastery, Folly & Failure: MASTER & APPRENTICE w/ Paloma Strong

    In this episode @maggiefedorov is joined by Paloma Strong ( @strongtaxidermy ) of Los Angeles, CA to talk about her unique experience with seeking and acquiring a prestigious taxidermy apprenticeship, growing through it, and eventually finding it was time to step out on her own. Paloma discusses the work that hopeful future apprentices in any medium can do on their own time to stand out as a strong candidate; what masters are looking for in an apprentice; and what it took for her to feel like it was finally time to go out on her own in the world of Taxidermy. In this episode Paloma also considers how, as artists, we can pay homage to and respect our roots while we also find that ingenuity and continue to bring all of it with us into the future. Listen today to hear her thoughts on these topics and more! PHOTO BY JULIETTE @rabbitsmoon24 ( IG )COURTESY OF PALOMA STRONGShow notes: Strong Taxidermy on Instagram Paloma on Instagram Strong Taxidermy on TikTok Strong Taxidermy on the Web Strong Taxidermy on Patreon TOTALLY F#@!ING NORMAL PODCAST EP6: Sacrifice Is A Certainty w/ Shane Izykowski TOTALLY F#@!ING NORMAL Instagram Maggie's Instagram This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesacrosanctatelier.substack.com

    1hr 20min
  5. Episode 29: Creative Initiation w/ Emily Eccles / Nanny Goat Gallery

    22/09/2025

    Episode 29: Creative Initiation w/ Emily Eccles / Nanny Goat Gallery

    In this episode @maggiefedorov is joined by Emily Eccles, one half of Nanny Goat Gallery ( @nannygoatgallery ) in Petaluma, CA to talk about her experience of being initiated into the fine art world. Emily discusses the important precipitating factors that called for her pivot into art; the struggle of standing on the precipice and deciding to jump; and the best way to approach artists, gallerists, or other creatives that you'd like to see yourself work with. In this episode Emily also considers her path in retrospect, shedding light on what else was important for her success along the way. Listen today to hear her thoughts on these topics and more! Show notes: Nanny Goat Gallery on Instagram Nanny Goat Gallery Website TOTALLY F#@!ING NORMAL Instagram Maggie's Instagram This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesacrosanctatelier.substack.com

    36 min
  6. Episode 28: Metric System: Measuring Success Beyond Likes and Views w/ Alondra Uhi

    25/08/2025

    Episode 28: Metric System: Measuring Success Beyond Likes and Views w/ Alondra Uhi

    In this episode Maggie is joined by Alondra Uhi ( @alondra.uhi.art / @byherfruits.art ) to talk about the risks of using social media as a metric for success in the arts. Alondra discusses her own personal metrics for success that she uses in lieu of social media; the importance of contributing to your creative community; "trends" and "cringe" in content creation as an artist; and the pressure I think we have all experienced at some point or another to create faster than we're comfortable in order to appease the algorithm. In this episode Alondra also considers what it means to show up as your best authentic self online. Listen today to hear her thoughts on these topics and more! Show notes: Alondra Uhi on Instagram Alondra's Religious + Feminist Art on Instagram Howard Lyon on Instagram Esther Candari on Instagram Kelsey Critchfield-De Ferrari on Instagram: a great example of re-using the same finished works for fresh, new content that doesn't feel like you've seen it beforeOne Peak Creative on Instagram: for a $40 Alondra-approved class to learn to make more engaging content TOTALLY F#@!ING NORMAL Instagram Maggie's Instagram This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesacrosanctatelier.substack.com

    59 min
  7. Episode 27: Art Marketing Magic w/ Michelle

    28/07/2025

    Episode 27: Art Marketing Magic w/ Michelle

    In this episode Maggie is joined by Michelle ( @littleredheartart / @mmarketingbroward ) to talk about common places that artists are largely missing the boat in the world of business and opportunities. Michelle discusses places where all artists need to be putting themselves out there, even when that's asking us to step outside of our comfort zone; the easiest way to take back your time and energy in content creation; how to stand out online and in person as an artist; and the biggest mistake Michelle sees artists make that turns into lost opportunities (hint: it isn't competition!). In this episode Michelle also considers who is really in charge in the Art World™️. Listen today to hear her thoughts on these topics and more! Show notes: Michelle's Marketing Instagram Michelle's Art Instagram TOTALLY F#@!ING NORMAL Instagram Maggie's Instagram This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesacrosanctatelier.substack.com

    1hr 3min
  8. Episode 26: My Cross to Bear w/ Heidi Lustig

    30/06/2025

    Episode 26: My Cross to Bear w/ Heidi Lustig

    In this episode Maggie is joined by Heidi Lustig of New South Wales, Australia to talk about how her decade-long art gap and corporate burnout were really part of the process all along. @violet_portrayal discusses a common block in finding one's unique artistic voice; the importance of doing bad work; how to avoid becoming a carbon copy of the s****y corporate boss you hated; and what it REALLY looks like making your first steps back to a "lost" art practice. In this episode Heidi also considers whether or not it's possible to separate the art from the artist. Listen now to hear her thoughts on this and more. Show notes: Heidi's Instagram Heidi's Website Heidi's feature in the Beautiful Bizarre Artist Directory TOTALLY F#@!ING NORMAL Instagram Maggie's Instagram This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesacrosanctatelier.substack.com

    1hr 17min
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Your friendly reminder that all the challenges which arise in your creative pursuits are TOTALLY F#@!ING NORMAL. Exploring anything and everything pertaining to the art world and life as a creative. thesacrosanctatelier.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Maggie Fedorov
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Maggie Fedorov
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    TOTALLY F#@!ING NORMAL