Thinking of becoming an artist manager? Here’s what no one tells you before you jump in. From setting boundaries to understanding contracts, our guests and Meher Sachdeva break down what actually matters when you’re managing artists in 2025. Part reality check, part roadmap. Watch this before you say yes. Full episode out now!

🎙 Does where you are affect your success as an artist? In this snippet from Episode 9 of No Pressure, painter Abhay Sehgal joins Meher Sachdeva to reflect on whether location really matters in the art world — from the galleries of Miami to the friendly faces of India. Tune in to the full episode now 🎧 #NoPressurePodcast #Anartizen #AbhaySehgal #ArtPodcast #CreativeProcess #IndianArtists #ArtistLife #MiamiArtScene #DelhiArtists #ArtConversations #artmarketing #artmarket

You’ll never feel ready. But do it anyway. That’s the advice @Artbysehgal wishes every young artist knew. The truth? There’s no perfect time, no magic signal. Start creating, start sharing and do it now. Episode 9 of No Pressure is live on YouTube & Spotify. Don’t miss this one ✨

Welcome to No Pressure, the podcast where we break down the creative hustle, minus the fluff. In this episode, contemporary artist Abhay Sehgal joins Meher Sachdeva for a candid conversation on: 🔹 Navigating the art world—from boarding school to international exhibitions 🔹 Cracking the Indian vs US art markets 🔹 Building your brand on social media without losing authenticity 🔹 Fashion as an extension of art: challenges & learnings 🔹 Why originality and persistence matter more than trends Abhay shares his journey from sports to art, his time at the Art Institute of Chicago, and his decision to carve his own path during the pandemic. From gallery circuits to social media strategy and launching a fashion line, this episode is packed with real talk about what it takes to succeed as an artist today. Whether you're a creative, a collector, or just curious about the business of art, this conversation is loaded with insights on staying authentic while building a sustainable career. Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction & Early Influences Meet Abhay Sehgal — from Jalandhar to Gurgaon. His school years, creative pivot in high school, and first steps toward becoming an artist. 01:36 – Art School in the U.S. & Finding Direction Studying at the Art Institute of Chicago, shifting mediums, and how the pandemic became a turning point in developing his unique voice. 04:48 – Going Global: First Exhibitions & the Power of Instagram Viral moments, exhibiting in Miami, and building an audience without traditional gatekeepers. 07:08 – Returning to India & Navigating a Different Ecosystem Cultural contrasts between the U.S. and India, the power of word-of-mouth, and why mindset matters more than location. 09:01 – Creative Process & The Business of Art The making of the carpet series, balancing social media with creativity, and the grind behind running an art career. 14:59 – Code Brown: Where Art Meets Fashion From canvases to clothing — launching a fashion label, building teams, and dealing with logistics. 20:27 – Staying True to Your Voice Custom work vs personal vision, evolving a style, and building credibility in the gallery world. 29:42 – Lessons, Challenges & Advice for Artists Today Marketing truths, financial realities, and Abhay’s unfiltered take on what it means to be an artist in 2025. 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts 📌 Subscribe for more deep dives with industry leaders! Credits 🎵 No Pressure Title Track – Composers: Sharukh Makani & Mehar Chumble