# Paula Telizyn

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Is Your Art Style Really Yours? Unpacking Taste, Trends, and the Algorithm | Art Crush

In this special 1-year anniversary episode of Art Crush, Fi and Paula dive deep into a provocative question: Do you actually like the art you think you like? From the omnipresence of Van Gogh's Starry Night on aprons to the endless, echoing scroll of the Pinterest algorithm, it is incredibly easy t…

Why Professional Visual Artists Must Claim Their Success | Art Crush

What does a professional visual artist actually look like? In Season 3, Episode 31 of Art Crush, hosts Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn tackle the pervasive and damaging myths that surround the creative life. From the societal expectation of wacky outfits to the romanticized—and toxic—tropes of the "sta…

Prepping "The Wild Within" at Artcore Gallery Derby | Art Crush

Welcome to a special episode of Art Crush! Hosts Paula Telizyn and Fi Marks are joined by guest artists Jela Prancic (Toronto) and Susan Gardner (Leicestershire) to discuss the final preparations for their highly anticipated 51% Collective exhibition. If you are an art lover in Derby, a regular at…

How to Host Your Own Art Show & Connect with Buyers | Art Crush

In this episode of Art Crush, hosts Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn break down the crucial lessons learned from organizing an independent artist-run exhibition. As they prepare for their upcoming "Wild Within" show in Derby, Fi shares her recent experiences taking full control of a space alongside thre…

When the Client Hates Your Art: Navigating Commissions, Pricing, & Rejection | Art Crush

What happens when you pour your time and talent into a custom commission, only for the client to say, "I don't like it"? In Season 3, Episode 34 of Art Crush, hosts Paula Telizyn and Fi Marks dive into the tricky, sometimes emotionally fraught world of art commissions. From navigating endless revis…

Why Unsolicited Art DMs Fail (And How to Actually Market Your Art) | Art Crush

Are you sending unsolicited pictures of your artwork to other artists or gallery owners without any context? In Season 3, Episode 35 of Art Crush, Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn dive into one of the most widespread—yet ineffective—marketing habits visual artists fall into: the "spray and pray" social m…

Behind the Scenes of The 51% Collective’s Debut Art Exhibition | Art Crush

In this special episode of Art Crush, hosts Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn are joined by fellow The 51% Collective artists Jela Prancic and Susan Gardner for an episode recorded just weeks before their major, first-ever international in-person exhibition, The Wild Within, opening at the Artcore Gallery…

Are Art Certifications a Scam? + Why Art Competitions Are a Waste of Time | Art Crush

Do you need to pay for art certifications or enter contests to be a "real" artist? In this episode of Art Crush, hosts Fi Marks (UK) and Paula Telizyn (Canada) tackle the uncomfortable truth behind paid art society memberships, "international artist" certifications, and the competitive nature of tr…

Professional Development for Artists: Why Your Art Business Needs More Than AI | Art Crush

In this episode of Art Crush, Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn dive deep into professional development for contemporary artists and creative entrepreneurs. Discover why continuous learning, mindset shifts, and bespoke one-on-one artist mentorship are essential for scaling your fine art practice, and why…

Why Skill Isn't Enough: How to Put Substance and Storytelling Into Your Art | Art Crush

In this episode of Art Crush, Fi Marks and Paula Telizyn explore what it means to go deeper in your art practice beyond mere technical skill. Discover why creating thought-provoking, story-driven artwork matters more than ever in the age of AI, and how to conquer imposter syndrome to share your au…