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About The Pick

Established in 1992, The Alternative Pick commenced with a clear mission, providing creative buyers with a vehicle to source the best brightest and most exciting illustrators, photographers, graphic designers and animators in the business. The Alternative Pick sourcebook (1992-2005) became the outlet for cutting-edge commercial talent, offering a unique platform for artists to showcase their work. The Alternative Pick Deck (2009-2012) offered a fun and engaging format for locating leading commercial artists. In addition, The Altpick Awards (2003-2011) introduced yet another way to provide a platform for talents to shine. To meet the demands of an ever-changing industry, Altpick.com was launched in 1996 and presently provides a vehicle for talent to utilize the web to connect more effectively with buyers. As we mark our 34th anniversary in 2026, Altpick.com remains a premier source for creative professionals and we plan to continue to push the envelope providing the best vehicle for buyers to connect with creative talent.

The Year Ahead with Artist Gayle Kabaker and Astrologer Susan Miller

Posted on February 18, 2015 by The Pick

When Susan Miller contacted  Gayle Kabaker last year asking to illustrate her 2015 calendar, Gayle quickly realized that this was a great honor. “I sent her many of my favorite illustrations to choose from and we narrowed it down to what became a … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day Wishes from Altpick Members!

Posted on February 13, 2015 by The Pick

Valentine’s Day is a great reminder to be thankful for all of our loved ones, family and friends.  Let’s celebrate with some wonderful images from our Altpick members.   Happy Valentine’s Day to you from the Altpick family of artists! … Continue reading →

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The Fine Life of the AVO Moment by Zave Smith

Posted on February 9, 2015 by The Pick

by Zave Smith “The lights are low and the music is hot.  A small group of friends are sharing a moment and sharing the pleasures of a good cigar”.  This was creative brief that we received from Michael Olsson of … Continue reading →

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Steve Williams Collaborates with Burdette Ketchum on Gate Hospitality Project

Posted on January 28, 2015 by The Pick

Photographer Steve Williams was chosen by Burdette Ketchum ad agency to create lifestyle photos for their client, Gate Hospitality Group in Jacksonville. The four-day shoot took place in September at four of their resorts: Ponte Vedra Inn, Lodge and Club, Epping … Continue reading →

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Multi-Talented Kris LeVasseur Talks to Altpick Connects

Posted on January 14, 2015 by The Pick

Kris LeVasseur has been photographing for the film, TV, music, sports, editorial, corporate and advertising industries for the last 14 years on a national and international level. Today Kris talks with Altpick.com about his next adventure. AP:  Tell us a little … Continue reading →

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Who Put the “Pro” in Procrastination? Thoughts about Time-management for Artists

Posted on January 6, 2015 by The Pick

by Oliver Wetter I never was a procrastinator, in fact; things couldn’t go faster for me. Today I look calm on the outside but my real impetus is to get things done and in the most effective way possible. I … Continue reading →

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Happy 2015 :: “Explore. Dream. Discover”

Posted on January 2, 2015 by The Pick

“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do.  So throw off the bowlines.  Sail away from the safe harbor.  Catch the trade winds in your … Continue reading →

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Happy Holidays From Altpick.com and Members

Posted on December 18, 2014 by The Pick

Altpick.com and members wish you a Happy, Healthy and Joyous Holiday Season! To see more of the artists’ work please visit their Altpick page: Selina Alko, Cesare Bellassi, Jack Black, Phil Bliss, Nicola Boccaccini, Davide Bonazzi, Francesco Bongiorni, Richard Borge, Michael Crichton, Kyle Dreier, … Continue reading →

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This Week’s Member Focus Round-Up

Posted on December 12, 2014 by The Pick

Altpick.com‘s “Member Focus” this week featured the work of Jason Knott, Kari Detagra, Betsy Kendrick, and Gregory Cowley. Click on the links to see more of their work. To see more of the artists, photographers, designers and animators’s work, go to Altpick.com.

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Altpick Members Acknowledged for Excellence!

Posted on December 1, 2014 by The Pick

Congratulations to the Altpick.com members who received recognition in American Illustration 33 Awards, APANY International  Photo, Applied Arts Magazine, Cooperstown Baseball Hall of Fame, Communication Arts Annuals, Creative Quarterly, International Photography Awards, International Motion Art Awards, Kirkus Reviews, Latin American Ilustración 3, Lucie Awards, … Continue reading →

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