This episode features Ioana Simion, a London-based community artist, facilitator, educator, and the founder of Artizine UK.

Originally from Romania, Ioana uses the art of zine-making and self-publishing as a powerful medium to bring people together, foster storytelling and spark creative play.

Through her platform, she leads inclusive workshops that create safe, accessible spaces for self-expression, connection and wellbeing.

Her practice spans creative facilitation, arts pedagogy and community project management, working with galleries, charities and educational institutions across London and beyond.

You can follow Ioana on Instagram @artizineuk

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In this episode Ella interviews a London-based photographer and visual artist, Zula Rabikowska.

Zula is known for her powerful portraits and documentary photography focused on migration, identity, Eastern Europe and LGBTQI+ communities. Inspired by her Polish heritage, her work shines a light on voices and stories that are too often overlooked.

Through intimate and deeply human photography, Zula captures emotion, connection and authenticity in a way that feels both personal and universal.

Her work has been exhibited internationally and featured in outlets including the BBC, The Guardian, Rolling Stone and Bloomberg.

She’s also received major awards including the Getty Images Grant, the AOP Talent Award and the Earth Photo Moving Image Award.

Alongside her creative practice, Zula is the founder of Rethinking Eastern Europe collective. She also teaches photography at Kingston University.

You can follow Zula on Instagram @zula.ra

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Photography by @anastasia_hasparian

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In this episode Ella is talking to Polina Belenchuk, a London-based collage artist, illustrator, and creative facilitator.

Her work prioritises bold self-expression and celebrates individuality and creativity. She sees art as a tool for emotional healing and empowerment. Her creative workshops offer a supportive space to process pain, manage emotions and build confidence.

Polina studied Graphic & Media Design at the University of the Arts London and since graduating, she has built a huge following on social media and connected with audiences worldwide.

You can follow Polinaa on Instagram @belenchuk

Hosted and produced by @ellanataliahopkins

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Photography by @anastasia_hasparian

Marketing and creative content by @al3x_ba

Recorded at @riddimliferecords with @djdeanlyon

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