Deconstructing the Art World—Patriarchy, Craft, and Outsider Art | Art Crush

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 women were being labeled as "outsider art," this conversation rips the band-aid off the traditional art establishment. From the historical restrictions placed on female painters to the devaluation of functional "crafts" and the exploitation of Indigenous artists, Paula and Fi challenge listeners to critically examine why we classify art the way we do—and who those classifications actually serve.What You'll Explore in This Episode:The "Outsider" Label: Why calling non-traditional, non-Western, or self-taught art "outsider art" is a derogatory hangover from Victorian-era, white male standards.The Hierarchy of Mediums: How the establishment arbitrarily elevates large oil paintings on canvas over acrylics, paper works, and historically "feminine" mediums like textiles and quilting.Art vs. Craft: The double standard faced by creators of functional art (like iconic potter Clarice Cliff) and why Paula officially rejects the term "artisan market."The Gaze and the Subject: A look at how women are traditionally portrayed as objects to be admired under the male gaze, versus Fi's approach of painting women simply existing in their own power.The Artist's Responsibility: Why artists must stop waiting for audience approval, show up to their own gallery openings, and actively educate buyers to challenge their visual comfort zones.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 business. We tackle everything from deconstructing colonialism in the art world to mastering the modern hustle, delivering punchy, thought-provoking episodes designed to shake up your creativity.Listen and subscribe! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and your favourite podcast platforms.Connect with the hosts:Check out The 51% at ⁠⁠⁠www.thefiftyonepercent.com⁠⁠⁠Find Fi Marks' art at ⁠⁠⁠www.fimarks-art.co.uk⁠⁠⁠Find Paula Telizyn's art at ⁠⁠⁠www.PaulaTelizyn.com⁠