Altpick’s Weekly Wrap :: Member Focus

Posted on July 31, 2026 by The Pick
©Sergio Baradat

This week’s Member Focus wrap-up include Illustrator Sergio Baradat, Designer Jo Obarowski, Illustrator Bob Zuba and Illustrator/Fine Artist Alexander Bostic. To see more of their work, head on over to Altpick.com.

SERGIO BARADAT, Illustrator

Sergio’s work is a marriage of neoclassic sensibility with a contemporary point of view. Blending the functions of anthropologist, futurist, strategist, and designer. https://altpick.com/sbaradat

Images: ©Sergio Baradat

JO OBAROWSKI, Designer

Jo has partnered with amazing publishers, editors, designers, buyers, photographers and illustrators creating profitable products and publishing programs that sell thousands of units on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, independent book, and specialty stores. https://altpick.com/joobarowski

Images: ©Jo Obarowski

BOB ZUBA, Illustrator

Bob’s evolution and development of his founding, innovative technique, which he refers to as ‘Zubism’—a conceptually driven creative practice turning solid color into realism with the use of texture and embedded design elements—proved successful. https://altpick.com/bobzuba

Images: ©Bob Zuba

ALEXANDER BOSTIC, Artist/Fine Artist

Alexander explores the nuances of memory, identity, and surrounding environments through bold color palettes and rich textures. His neo-abstract approach translates complex human experiences into vivid, tactile visual narratives. https://altpick.com/alexanderbostic

Images ©Alexander Bostic

Altpick.com is a well-regarded platform that has been a cornerstone for professional illustrators, photographers, and graphic designers since the early 90s. Stay Visible Stay Connected. To see more of the artists’ work, please click here.

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Weekly Wrap: Altpick Members

Posted on July 24, 2026 by The Pick

Images: ©David Plunkert, ©Federico Gastaldi, ©Jon Krause, ©Brian Smale

In this week’s Wrap-Up we’re spotlighting the incredible work of three outstanding illustrators: Jon Krause, David Plunkert, and Federico Gastaldi, alongside photographer Brian Smale.

JON KRAUSE, Illustrator

Jon’s illustrations instantly grab your attention with his blend of quiet elegance and a sharp, witty twist. https://altpick.com/krause

Images ©Jon Krause

DAVID PLUNKERT, Illustrator

David is an acclaimed illustrator whose work spans ad campaigns, publications, and record labels. His designs have earned recognition from industry leaders, including Communication Arts, Print, American Illustration, Graphis, the Society of Illustrators, and The New York Art Directors’ Club.https://altpick.com/davidplunkert

Images ©David Plunkert

BRIAN SMALE, Photographer

Brian is widely known for his portraits of the world’s leading businessmen and women, scientists, inventors, politicians, and a few very interesting oddballs.https://altpick.com/briansmale

Images ©Brian Smale

FEDERICO GASTALDI, Illustrator

Federico’s work spans a wide range of media, including magazines, advertising campaigns, posters, and editorial periodicals. https://altpick.com/federicogastaldi

Images ©Federico Gastaldi

Altpick.com is a well-regarded platform that has been a cornerstone for professional illustrators, photographers, and graphic designers since the early 90s. Stay Visible Stay Connected. To see more of the artists’ work, please click here.

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Weekly Wrap :: Altpick Member Focus

Posted on July 17, 2026 by The Pick

Here’s a roundup of the outstanding talent featured in last week’s Altpick Member Focus spotlights: Illustrators Chris Lyons and Rudy Gutierrez and Photographers Ryan Ketterman and Jay Watson. See more of their work on Altpick.com

Images: ©Chris Lyons, ©Ryan Ketterman, ©Rudy Gutierrez, ©Jay Watson

CHRIS LYONS, Illustrator

From editorial and publishing to advertising and music, Chris is dedicated to helping his clients succeed (and loving every minute of it).

Images ©Chris Lyons

RYAN KETTERMAN, Photographer

Ryan is a commercial photographer and FAA-licensed drone pilot, specializing in industrial and corporate advertising photography and video with a style consisting of colorful and energetic imagery.

Images ©Ryan Ketterman

RUDY GUTIERREZ, Illustrator

Rudy is an American artist / illustrator of Puerto Rican heritage whose art has been described as “Wall Medicine”, ancient yet contemporary, urban in a sense and musical in feel and is known for creating images that combine elements of indigenous art with that of urban culture.

Images ©Rudy Gutierrez

JAY WATSON, Photographer

San Francisco editorial and lifestyle photographer, Jay shoots advertising, entertainment, automotive, apparel, corporate, and sports assignments.

Images ©Jay Watson

Altpick.com is a well-regarded platform that has been a cornerstone for professional illustrators, photographers, and graphic designers since the early 90s. Stay Visible Stay Connected. To see more of the artists’ work, please click here.

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Weekly Wrap :: Altpick Member Focus

Posted on July 10, 2026 by The Pick

Images ©Lynne St Clare Foster ©Ray-Mel Cornelius, ©Mark Peterman

This week’s Member Focus Weekly Wrap includes illustrators Lynne St Clare Foster and Ray-Mel Cornelius and photographer Mark Peterman. For more of their work visit Altpick.com.

Lynne St Clare Foster, Illustrator

Lynne’s work focuses on themes of cultural identity, gender, and feminism, which she explores through a combination of traditional and digital media.

Images ©Lynne St Clare Foster

Ray-Mel Cornelius, Artist

Ray-Mel reflects an interest in the landscape and the inhabitants and mythologies that accompany it. They give him the opportunity to explore representational and abstract subjects.

Images ©Ray-Mel Cornelius

Mark Peterman, Photographer

Mark is an artist who explores narrative storytelling through photographs and multimedia.

Images ©Mark Peterman

Altpick.com is a well-regarded platform that has been a cornerstone for professional illustrators, photographers, and graphic designers since the early 90s. Stay Visible Stay Connected. To see more of the artists’ work, please click here.

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He’s a PinBall Wizard!

Posted on July 9, 2026 by The Pick

Flyland Designs is a studio founded in 2006 by freelance illustrator and graphic designer, Brian Allen. With over 10 years of industry experience, Brian has designed mascots, apparel, retail packaging and book and album covers for clients including Hard Rock Café, Jostens, Hasbro, American Greetings, Spiral Direct, and many more. His versatile styles attracts children and adults alike.

A vibrant illustration depicting various characters and scenes from 'Tales of the Arabian Nights', featuring a blue genie, a female character reading a book, mythical beasts, and a colorful background with architectural elements.

Here’s something new from Brian Allen, a stunning new backglass designed for Pedretti Pinball’s TOTAN 30th Anniversary Edition pinball machine. Allen chose to draw a completely new layout from the original. All characters here were hand drawn – no Ai-generated nonsense or photoshop paint-overs.  “So proud of this project and thrilled with the team who brought this to life,”  Allen shared.

To see more of Brian’s work, please visit his page on Altpick.com: https://altpick.com/flylanddesigns

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Weekly Wrap :: Altpick Member Focus

Posted on July 7, 2026 by The Pick

In case you missed it, here is a roundup of last week’s distinguished talent from the Altpick Member Focus spotlight: illustrators Robert Babboni and Richard Borge and photographers Greg Whitaker and Keith Barraclough. To see more of their work, head over to Altpick.com.

ROBERT BABBONI, Illustrator

Robert’s illustrations have appeared in national and international publications, including newspapers, book jackets, and magazines.

Images ©Robert Babboni

GREG WHITAKER, Photographer

Southern Indiana photographer, Greg Whitaker is nationally recognized for his award-winning imagery for advertising, healthcare, manufacturing & energy resources, global non-profits and publishers.

Images ©Greg Whitaker

KEITH BARRACLOUGH, Photographer

Through layers of texture, punchy bold colors and cinematic scapes Keith’s work always drives the viewer straight to the place he wants them to go.

Images ©Keith Barraclough

RICHARD BORGE, Illustrator

Richard works primarily on illustration and motion design projects of all kinds, usually from concept to finish, always wearing many different hats.

Images ©Richard Borge

Altpick.com is a well-regarded platform that has been a cornerstone for professional illustrators, photographers, and graphic designers since the early 90s. Stay Visible Stay Connected. To see more of the artists’ work, please click here.

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Altpick.com’s Weekly Member Focus Wrap

Posted on June 26, 2026 by The Pick
©Ivan Canu
©Souders Studios
©Kustom Kult
©George Kamper

This week’s Member Focus highlights the exceptional talents of designer Kustom Kult, photographers Souders Studios and George Kamper and illustrator Ivan Canu. Enjoy a quick preview of their portfolios below, then head over to Altpick.com to explore more of their incredible work.

KUSTOM KULT, Designer

Founder Dave Parmley is a seasoned veteran of the design world with roots deep in the Surf industry. His obsession is to hand craft original and distinctively stylized design. The “Kustom” will forge incredible value into your brand.

Images ©Kustom Kult

SOUDERS STUDIOS, Photographer

Internationally recognized for its creative food and beverage imagery, Souders Studios also specializes in high-impact flame and splash photography.

Images ©Souders Studio

IVAN CANU, Illustrator

Working with clients worldwide, Ivan is an accomplished designer, illustrator and author specializing in publishing, editorial and advertising.

Images ©Ivan Canu

GEORGE KAMPER, Photographer

Understanding fully that each specialty requires a fresh perspective, George takes on every project with deep curiosity and a willingness to test and explore.

Images ©George Kamper

Altpick.com is a well-regarded platform that has been a cornerstone for professional illustrators, photographers, and graphic designers since the early 90s. Stay Visible Stay Connected. To see more of the artists’ work, please click here.

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Weekly Wrap :: Altpick Member Focus

Posted on June 19, 2026 by The Pick

This week’s Member Focus highlights the exceptional talents of illustrators John Sledd and Beth Goody, alongside photographers Emmanuel Fradin and Marcelo Coelho. Enjoy a quick preview of their portfolios below, then head over to Altpick.com to explore more of their incredible work.

John Sledd, Illustrator

John specializes in 2D/3D Illustration and Animation, Design projects for both Print and Screen, Logos, Gaming and even Production Artwork. Basically, if it involves pushing pixels or vectors around, John has done it.

Images ©John Sledd

Emmanuel Fradin, Photographer

Emmanuel is a photographer and director making commissioned work for commercial and editorial clients. Based between Paris & Brussels.

Images ©Emmanuel Fradin

Beth Goody, Illustrator

Beth has a strong conceptual focus, her work is primarily about solving problems, creating one-of-a-kind illustrations that express complex concepts in an understandable and exciting way.

Images ©Beth Goody

Marcelo Coelho, Photographer

Marcelo works with leading organizations and brands to translate their essence, culture and human energy into authentic, exclusive and consistent visual assets to strengthen brand perception and corporate communications.

Images ©Marcelo Coelho

Altpick.com is a well-regarded platform that has been a cornerstone for professional illustrators, photographers, and graphic designers since the early 90s. Stay Visible Stay Connected. To see more of the artists’ work, please click here.

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Weekly Wrap :: Altpick Member Focus

Posted on June 12, 2026 by The Pick

Images ©Figurestock, ©Paul Garland, ©BC Kagan, ©Joey Guidone/Salzman International

Each day, the Altpick homepage spotlights a member of our creative community. This week, we are proud to celebrate photographer/designer Figurestock, illustrator Paul Garland, photographer BC Kagan, and artist representative Salzman International. Enjoy a quick preview of their work below, and head over to Altpick.com to explore more of their work.

FIGURESTOCK, Photographer/Designer

Figurestock is a brand new, out-of-the-box collection of original and exclusive commercial images designed for book cover use.

©Figurestock
©Figurestock
©Figurestock
©Figurestock

PAUL GARLAND, Illustrator

As a visual storyteller, Paul’s illustrations work is intensely colorful, clean, bold and graphic.

©Paul Garland
©Paul Garland
©Paul Garland
©Paul Garland

BC KAGAN, Photographer

BC is an internationally published photographer best known for her portraits of iconic punk rock, new wave and alternative rock bands.

©BC Kagan
©BC Kagan
©BC Kagan
©BC Kagan
©BC Kagan

SALZMAN INTERNATIONAL, Artist Rep

They represent established and emerging illustrators whose work reflects and defines concise moments in contemporary culture capturing the spirit, and the tone of the moment. https://altpick.com/salzmanart

©Davide Bonazzi
©Ivan Canu
©Federico Gastaldi
©Joey Guidone
©Luisa Jung
©Daria Kirpach
©Keith Lee
©Mark Smith
©Alexei Vella
©Ester Zirilli

Altpick.com is a well-regarded platform that has been a cornerstone for professional illustrators, photographers, and graphic designers since the early 90s. Stay Visible Stay Connected. To see more of the artists’ work, please click here.

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Weekly Wrap :: Altpick Member Focus

Posted on June 5, 2026 by The Pick

Images ©Stephen Hill, ©Joey Guidone, ©Dave Cutler, ©Lynne St Clare

We are thrilled to highlight the exceptional talent of our Altpick community. This week, we are featuring the work of photographers Stephen Hill and Lynne St Clare, alongside illustrators Joey Guidone and Dave Cutler.

Visit Altpick.com to view more of their portfolios and discover their latest projects.

STEPHEN HILL, Photographer

Stephen is a Mid-West based commercial and editorial photographer that shoots environmental lifestyle images and people in relation to their environment. Stephen likes to maintain a sense of spontaneity and capture the insignificant moments which make up the majority of our lives.

Images ©Stephen Hill

JOEY GUIDONE, Illustrator

Joey is known for his vibrant and playful style, characterized by the bold use of color, often incorporating elements of nature and pop culture references.

Images ©Joey Guidone

DAVE CUTLER, Illustrator

Dave’s a conceptual illustrations have been commissioned by publications, corporations and organizations throughout the world.​

Images ©Dave Cutler

LYNNE ST CLARE, Photographer

A New York City–based visual artist and street photographer, Lynne documents people whose lives, work, and identities exist beyond conventional boundaries.

Images ©Lynne St Clare

Altpick.com is a well-regarded platform that has been a cornerstone for professional illustrators, photographers, and graphic designers since the early 90s. Stay Visible Stay Connected. To see more of the artists’ work, please click here.

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