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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.

Scott Council :: Faster Higher Stronger :: Olympic Athletes

Posted on November 21, 2013 by The Pick

The Russian Federation will host the 2014 Olympic Winter Games for the first time since the Soviet Union hosted the Summer Games in Moscow in 1980.   Building towards a successful event, the Russian Olympic motto translated (as seen on … Continue reading →

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Chris Crisman’s ‘The Making of Suitcase Girl’

Posted on November 15, 2013 by The Pick

by Robert Luessen Some photos can be years in the making — even if we don’t realize it at the time.  Would you believe that our latest conceptual portrait started in 2008, only to be finished five years later in … Continue reading →

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Matthew Bowie Visits the USS St. Lo Reunion

Posted on November 11, 2013 by The Pick

by Matthew Bowie I recently traveled to St. Petersburg, Florida to attend the USS St. Lo & Task Unit 77.4.3 (Taffy III’s) annual reunion. The reunion is to pay tribute to and remember the men of Taffy III that were killed … Continue reading →

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Carson Ellis for ICON8 Poster

Posted on November 5, 2013 by The Pick

Illustrator Carson Ellis created ICON8’s beautiful art for one of the sides’ of the poster (the other side is by Paul Buckley). Captures the essence of the conference’s location in Portland, Oregon.  Carson, who lives in the Portland, will grace the … Continue reading →

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A Month in Review – Altpick Connects

Posted on November 4, 2013 by The Pick

Recent Blog Posts: It’s October…World Series Time! Check out baseball illustrations by CF Payne, Rudy Gutierrez, Maria Corte Maidagan, Gary Kelly, Mark Summers, James Bennett, Mark T Smith, Bill Sanderson, Guy Stauber, Tim Bower, Ricardo Martinez, Paul Cox, Thomas Ehretsmann, … Continue reading →

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Chris Crisman’s ‘Dia De Los Muertos’ Portraits

Posted on November 1, 2013 by The Pick

Dia de los Muertos is celebrated throughout Mexico and in other cultures around the world as a way to celebrate and remember those who’ve passed.  As part of photographer Chris Crisman’s ‘Unforgettable San Antonio Tourism Campaign”, Chris spent a day … Continue reading →

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Just in Time for Halloween :: John Kuczala’s Dark Side

Posted on October 31, 2013 by The Pick

John Kuczala photographs the darker side of your desk, Spooky Office! See more of John Kuczala’s work on his website and Altpick page.

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It’s October…World Series Time!

Posted on October 29, 2013 by The Pick

Illustration by CF Payne                                                                         … Continue reading →

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Christoph Martin Schmid’s ‘Trouble in Paradise’

Posted on October 23, 2013 by The Pick

A true globalist, Christoph Martin Schmid has worked successfully in film and photography all over the world. His passion for conceptual storytelling and carefully crafted imagery led to the unique visual style that characterises his work.  Now with his new … Continue reading →

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ICON8 “Work & Play” Poster by Creative Director Paul Buckley

Posted on October 21, 2013 by The Pick

Paul Buckley, Vice President, Executive Creative Director at Penguin Books is no stranger to the ICON Conference.   He graced the ICON7 stage as part of the Art Directors We Love panel.  ICON managed to sweet talk Paul into the position … Continue reading →

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