Art Crush

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 bus...

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 o...

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 marketin...

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 ,...

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 wo...

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 mec...

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...

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 demon...

Are traditional art galleries still the holy grail for artists, or is there a better way to sell your work? In episode two of Art Crush , professional artists Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn shatter the starving artist myths and tackle the reality of showing and selling your art today. If you've ever felt frustrated by high gallery commissions, pay-to-play exhibition spaces, or the daunting gap of...

Have you ever wondered what actually makes someone look at a painting and say, "I love it, I need it, and I'm putting it where I live"? In the premiere episode of Art Crush , internationally renowned artist Fi Marks and Canadian artist Paula Telizyn dive deep into the fascinating psychology behind why people buy art and how they choose pieces for their homes. From the enduring popula...