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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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!

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About Art Crush

Hosted by artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn, Art Crush is your weekly unfiltered look into the realities, struggles, and triumphs of being a female artist in the modern art world.

Listen and subscribe! New episodes drop every Saturday. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and your favourite podcast platform.

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Find Fi Marks' art at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.fimarks-art.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Paula Telizyn's art at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.PaulaTelizyn.com⁠⁠⁠

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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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If you enjoyed this episode, please 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 weekly unfiltered look into the realities, struggles, and triumphs of being a female artist in the modern art world.

Listen and subscribe! New episodes drop every Saturday. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and your favourite podcast platform.

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Find Fi Marks' art at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.fimarks-art.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Paula Telizyn's art at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.PaulaTelizyn.com⁠⁠

#ArtCrushPodcast #ArtInspirationPodcast #ArtistPerspectives #WomenInArt #ArtBusiness2026 #ArtistsAndTheirWork #ArtistConversations #ArtsyPodcasts #FindYourArtStyle #ProfessionalArtist

Are you afraid of polarizing your audience? In this episode of Art Crush, Fi and Paula break down why blending in is the enemy of a thriving art career, and why cultivating a fiercely unique style is the best thing you can do for your work in 2026.

We share our artist perspectives on art and business, discussing how leaning into your unique style acts as the ultimate filter—helping your true fans find you, and gracefully letting go of the people who aren't your target audience.

In this episode, we cover:

• The Power of Standing Out: Why you want to be different from the crowd.

• Instant Recognition: How to ensure your artwork is unmistakably yours.

• The "Not For Me" Filter: Why it's actually a good thing when someone decides your art isn't for them.

• Honest artist conversations about the challenges and triumphs of finding your creative voice.

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!

And let us know in the comments: How did you find your unique art style?

About Art Crush

Hosted by artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn, Art Crush is your weekly unfiltered look into the realities, struggles, and triumphs of being a female artist in the modern art world.

Listen and subscribe! New episodes drop every Saturday. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and your favourite podcast platform.

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Find Fi Marks' art at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.fimarks-art.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Paula Telizyn's art at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.PaulaTelizyn.com⁠

#ArtCrushPodcast #ArtInspirationPodcast #ArtistPerspectives #WomenInArt #ArtBusiness2026 #ArtistsAndTheirWork #ArtistConversations #ArtsyPodcasts #FindYourArtStyle #ProfessionalArtist