What if the rules of the art world were just suggestions you could ignore?

In this episode of Art Crush, artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn have one of their most defiant artistic conversations yet. If you’ve ever felt like you didn’t fit into the traditional gallery box, this episode is your invitation to stop waiting for permission and start choosing yourself.

Fi and Paula share how they are forging a unique path to shows by embracing a radical truth: if everything in the art world is made up, then we have the power to change the rules. This isn't just another podcast about art; it’s a manifesto for creators who want to build their own stage.

In this episode, we explore:

• Forging a Unique Path: How to coordinate your own shows and skip the gallery hustle.

• The Made Up World: Using a shift in perspective to dismantle creative fear.

• Real Artist Conversations: The highs, lows, and logistics of taking the DIY route.

Whether you're looking for deep art conversations or practical advice on navigating art and entertainment conversations in a digital age, Fi and Paula offer a refreshing, unfiltered look at what it means to be a modern creator.

About Art Crush:Join artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn for weekly conversations as they redefine what it means to have a creative career. From live artist conversations to deep dives into studio practice, we’re here to help you fall in love with your process again.

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Stop guessing and start growing.

In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the mentor-mentee relationship. Artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn discuss how a mentor provides more than just technical critiques, they offer a roadmap through the industry, help you avoid common pitfalls, and provide the professional accountability every artist needs to level up.

Whether you’re just starting out or stuck in a mid-career plateau, learn why finding your "person" is the best investment you can make in your practice.

Check out Fi Marks at www.fimarks-art.co.uk and Paula Telizyn at www.PaulaTelizyn.com

How does a series of paintings actually come to be? In our Season 3 premiere, we’re pulling back the curtain on the conceptual phase of art-making. Listen in as Fi Marks and I workshop the themes, challenges, and inspirations behind her upcoming work. If you’ve ever struggled with the "what’s next" in your own creative practice, this deep dive into the brainstorming process is for you.Check out Fi Marks' art at www.fimarks-art.co.uk and Paula Telizyn's art at www.paulatelizyn.com

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.

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.

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?

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.

Bread and butter art is art designed to sell. It might not be the art that you want to make, but we all have bills to pay. Do we, as artists, have a duty to challenge our viewers or should we focus on creating a thriving business?

We don't have answers in any of our episodes but hope these conversations make you think. Remember that what's right for us may not be right for you.