This isn't the same old take on sexism or misogyny in the art world, or in the world in general, we touch on topics that affect women artists in ways we might not otherwise be aware of.

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

Artist collectives shaped art in the Western World for a long time but they seem to be fading off. Are they worth it? Our thoughts about starting one, why you'd want to be in one, and more.

Remember to like and subscribe to Art Crush. New episodes come out every Saturday.

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

We firmly believe that artists are 100% responsible for making people discover them, whether online or through events and shows. What can artists do in 2026 to shake things up and make art events more engaging for the general population?

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

What do you do when you're facing art block or maybe you've lost the connected feeling with your art? This is, perhaps, the more challenging side of being an artist and we dive deep into possible causes, the secret advantage boredom gives, and more.

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

Is "Bread and Butter Art" a compromise or a smart business strategy? In this episode of Art Crush, Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn tackle the age-old struggle: making the art you love versus making art that sells.

We explore the reality of creative entrepreneurship and whether artists have a duty to challenge their audience or a necessity to pay the bills. Join us as we discuss art marketing strategies, finding your niche in the fine art market, and how to build a sustainable art career without losing your creative soul.

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

Welcome back to Season 2 of Art Crush! In our premiere episode, hosts Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn dive into one of the biggest hurdles for any creative: how to price your art.

If you’ve ever struggled with an art pricing formula or felt like you were just guessing at your worth, this episode is for you. We move beyond the "dollars per square inch" and explore the psychology of pricing, market positioning, and the hidden factors most artists overlook. Learn how to value your artwork with confidence and build a profitable art business that respects your time and talent.

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

Buckle up for a heavy-hitting bonus episode! In episode six of Art Crush, hosts Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn dive deep into the uncomfortable truths of the art world. They tackle the deeply ingrained colonial, misogynistic, and patriarchal rules that have historically dictated what is—and isn't—considered "fine art."

Triggered by Fi’s discovery that her textile-inspired paintings of women were being labeled as "outsider art," this conversation rips the band-aid off the traditional art establishment. From the historical restrictions placed on female painters to the devaluation of functional "crafts" and the exploitation of Indigenous artists, Paula and Fi challenge listeners to critically examine why we classify art the way we do—and who those classifications actually serve.

What You'll Explore in This Episode:

• The "Outsider" Label: Why calling non-traditional, non-Western, or self-taught art "outsider art" is a derogatory hangover from Victorian-era, white male standards.

• The Hierarchy of Mediums: How the establishment arbitrarily elevates large oil paintings on canvas over acrylics, paper works, and historically "feminine" mediums like textiles and quilting.

• Art vs. Craft: The double standard faced by creators of functional art (like iconic potter Clarice Cliff) and why Paula officially rejects the term "artisan market."

• The Gaze and the Subject: A look at how women are traditionally portrayed as objects to be admired under the male gaze, versus Fi's approach of painting women simply existing in their own power.

• The Artist's Responsibility: Why artists must stop waiting for audience approval, show up to their own gallery openings, and actively educate buyers to challenge their visual comfort zones.

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

Ever wonder how some artists seemingly never hit a creative slump? In episode five of Art Crush, Fi Marks makes a bold confession: she doesn't really get creative blocks.

The secret isn't a magical muse; it's a combination of understanding her deeper motivations and relying on ironclad habits instead of fleeting inspiration.

Hosts Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn dive into the practical mechanics of staying consistently creative. They discuss why waiting until you "feel like it" is a trap and how removing decision fatigue by simply showing up to your workspace—whether you actually paint or just tidy up—keeps your creative momentum alive.

If you've ever found yourself waiting for inspiration to strike, or doubting if you even have the right to call yourself an artist, this episode is your permission slip to stop waiting and start building an environment where your art can thrive.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• The "Big Why": Why digging into the deeper, sometimes subconscious motivations behind your art is your best defense against creative burnout.

• Beating Decision Fatigue: How to set up supportive structures (like Paula's strict 7 PM studio time) so you don't waste precious mental energy deciding whether to work.

• Creativity as a Muscle: The reality that the more you create, the more ideas you generate—and why you should always have overlapping goals to keep you climbing to the next peak.

• Permission to Be an Artist: Dispelling the myth that you need external validation, a certain skill level, or a "license" to claim the title. If you are intentionally creating, you are an artist.

• Creativity Beyond the Canvas: A look at why the arts are not just a frivolous add-on, but a fundamental necessity for problem-solving in all areas of life, from programming to product design.

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

Have you ever heard an artist say they simply cannot sell a painting because it feels like selling one of their children? Is this deep emotional attachment genuine, or is it secretly a mask for the fear of rejection?

In episode four of Art Crush, professional artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn tackle one of the biggest emotional roadblocks to running a successful art business: letting go of your work.

Art is fundamentally about communication—like a book meant to be read or music meant to be heard, your art is meant to be seen. Fi and Paula discuss the vital difference between the artist's journey (the creation) and the artwork's journey (connecting with a buyer), and how holding onto your pieces out of fear can sabotage your creative career.

If you've ever struggled with imposter syndrome, feared the judgment of the public, or wondered if you need to "sell out" to make a living, this candid conversation will help you shift your mindset and build true artistic resilience.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• The Art of Letting Go: Why your emotional connection to a piece is meant for the creation phase, and how to peacefully send your finished work out into the world.

• Fear vs. Attachment: How to recognize when the "it's my baby" excuse is actually just the fear of putting yourself out there and facing rejection.

• The "Art Bus" Analogy: A brilliant framework for figuring out what you actually want from your art—whether it's purely for personal well-being or a full-scale professional business.

• Friends and Family Aren't Your Clients: Why relying on your inner circle for sales and validation is a trap, and why you must actively seek out a community of peers who truly "get it."

• The Danger of Cookie-Cutter Art: Why creating soulless, "bread and butter" pieces just to make a sale will actually hurt your business, and why authenticity is your best marketing tool.

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

History is written by the victors—but what happens to the stories of the women who were sidelined, misrepresented, or completely erased?

In this powerful episode of Art Crush, artist Paula Telizyn turns the interview spotlight onto her co-host, Fi Marks, to dive deep into the obsession that fuels Fi's art practice: painting the hidden women of history, literature, and mythology. From the demonization of Morgan le Fay and Eve to the "fake news" surrounding Marie Antoinette, Fi explains why her art is dedicated to giving these silenced women their voices back.

This conversation goes beyond the canvas, touching on how the "male gaze" has shaped our perception of women for centuries, the tragic origins of shape-shifting folklore, and how the modern-day pressure on women to "have it all" is just another chapter in a long history of inequality. If you love history, mythology, or art with a profound, intentional purpose, this episode will completely change the way you look at the stories we've been told.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• The Myth of the "Evil" Woman: How historical and religious texts intentionally twisted the narratives of women like Eve, Morgan le Fay, and Anne Boleyn to serve patriarchal agendas.
• Historical Scapegoats & Erasure: The surprising truth behind Marie Antoinette’s charitable work, and how Joanna van Gogh (the woman who actually made Vincent famous) was erased from the narrative.
• Escape Through Mythology: Why ancient myths about women transforming into animals (like seals and horses) were actually born from the desperate need to escape daily drudgery.
• The "Big Con" of the 80s & 90s: A candid discussion on how the promise that women could "have it all" ultimately left an entire generation exhausted and unsupported.
• The Power of Purpose-Driven Art: How deep research and intentional storytelling can elevate an artist's message, beautifully illustrated by Fi's "Dryad" painting—where the tree itself is made entirely of hidden women.

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