Art Crush

Paula Telizyn and Fi Marks

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. Connect with the artists: www.fimarks-art.co.uk & www.paulatelizyn.com

  1. hace 5 días

    Overcoming Resistance & Imposter Syndrome with Paula Telizyn | Art Crush

    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.Links & Resources Mentioned: 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. Subscribe, like, share, and comment! Have you ever painted a self-portrait? Did it change how you view yourself? Let us know in the comments below! --- 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. Connect with the hosts: Check out The 51% at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thefiftyonepercent.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find Fi Marks' art at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.fimarks-art.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find Paula Telizyn's art at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.PaulaTelizyn.com Paula's Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bored.fruit.donkey/

  2. 3 jul

    The Cost of Perfectionism: How to Break the Rules and Paint Your Truth | Art Crush

    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. --- 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. Connect with the hosts: Check out The 51% at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thefiftyonepercent.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find Fi Marks' art at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.fimarks-art.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find Paula Telizyn's art at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.PaulaTelizyn.com

  3. 26 jun

    Organizing an Independent Art Show with The Fifty-One Percent Collective | Art Crush

    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! --- 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. Connect with the hosts: Check out The 51% at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thefiftyonepercent.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find Fi Marks' art at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.fimarks-art.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find Paula Telizyn's art at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.PaulaTelizyn.com

  4. 20 jun

    10 Things the Art World Won't Tell You (And Why We Call BS) | Art Crush

    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 thingThe artworld is heavily shaped by tastemakersTrends move faster than real tasteSome artists become important because enough people repeat itDeveloping your own eye matters more than following consensusThe best artists usually keep working quietlyTaste is build through curiosity not status. Trusting your instinct is so importantLove the episode? Please leave us a rating and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! It helps other creative entrepreneurs find the show. Be sure to hit follow so you never miss a conversation. Artist Shoutouts & Links: Susan Gardner: The originator of the brilliantly colorful Highland Cows! Check out her incredible work at ⁠Susan-Gardner.com⁠.To learn more about the Seven Sisters story, check these links: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Australian_Aboriginal_astronomy https://theconversation.com/the-worlds-oldest-story-astronomers-say-global-myths-about-seven-sisters-stars-may-reach-back-100-000-years-151568 --- 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. Connect with the hosts: Check out The 51% at ⁠⁠⁠www.thefiftyonepercent.com⁠⁠⁠ Find Fi Marks' art at ⁠⁠⁠www.fimarks-art.co.uk⁠⁠⁠ Find Paula Telizyn's art at ⁠⁠⁠www.PaulaTelizyn.com

  5. 13 jun

    Are You Proud to Be an Artist? Unpacking Stereotypes & Self-Sabotage | Art Crush

    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! 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. Connect with the hosts: Check out The 51% at ⁠⁠www.thefiftyonepercent.com⁠⁠ Find Fi Marks' art at ⁠⁠www.fimarks-art.co.uk⁠⁠ Find Paula Telizyn's art at ⁠⁠www.PaulaTelizyn.com

  6. 5 jun

    The Gallery Won't Save You: How to Actually Sell Your Art at Shows & Events | Art Crush

    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. Listen and subscribe! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and your favourite podcast platforms. Connect with the hosts: Check out The 51% at ⁠www.thefiftyonepercent.com⁠ Find Fi Marks' art at ⁠www.fimarks-art.co.uk⁠ Find Paula Telizyn's art at ⁠www.PaulaTelizyn.com⁠

  7. 23 may

    Why Artists Quit (And How to Keep Going) | Art Crush

    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. *** Follow Art Crush on Spotify, leave a rating, and share it with a fellow creative who might need a confidence boost today. Whether you're looking for fresh artistic interviews or just love artsy podcasts that explore the real lives of artists and their work, grab your favorite drink and join us for this week's chat! 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. Connect with the hosts: Check out The 51% at ⁠⁠www.thefiftyonepercent.com⁠⁠ Find Fi Marks' art at ⁠⁠www.fimarks-art.co.uk⁠⁠ Find Paula Telizyn's art at ⁠⁠www.PaulaTelizyn.com⁠

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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. Connect with the artists: www.fimarks-art.co.uk & www.paulatelizyn.com