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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.

Illustrator James Benn :: In His Own Words

Posted on May 22, 2013 by The Pick

James Benn lives and works in the UK.  As an illustrator, James loves to come up with new ideas for both his clients and his own personal projects.  With graphic influences and illustrative undertones, sometimes he prefers flat bold shapes … Continue reading →

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The Eddie Adams Workshop :: Application Deadline May 31st

Posted on May 20, 2013 by The Pick

October 11-14, 2013 Jeffersonville, New York The Eddie Adams Workshop is an intense four-day gathering of the top photography professionals, along with 100 carefully selected students. The photography workshop is tuition-free, and the 100 students are chosen based on the … Continue reading →

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Allen Crawford’s Foray into Videography

Posted on May 17, 2013 by The Pick

Allen Crawford has been making forays into videography: Last autumn, Allen was approached by Hendrick’s Gin to write, direct and star in a series of videos about the Apocalypse of Dec. 21, 2012. In less than three weeks, with the … Continue reading →

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Illustrator Daniel Fishel :: In His Own Words

Posted on May 15, 2013 by The Pick

Illustrator and hand letterer, Daniel Fishel, typically likes to work with swatches of paint, lino block/silk screen textures and ink washes collaged together in Photoshop to create his characters and images.  He uses metaphor, color, the placement of figures and … Continue reading →

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Johanna Goodman::Explores Womanhood Through Pop-Culture

Posted on May 13, 2013 by The Pick

Johanna Goodman’s tantalizing, fresh and classic illustrations and portraits are created with lush paint, razor-sharp pens and a super clean digital approach.  The cutting-edge collage pieces are moody, conceptual and raucous mixes of emotions.  This collection of Johanna’s work is … Continue reading →

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Altpick Members :: Pics of the Week

Posted on May 10, 2013 by The Pick

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George Mattei :: In His Own Words

Posted on May 9, 2013 by The Pick

One of George Mattei’s favorite ways to shoot is interpreting conceptual ideas.  He finds it the most fun and the most stimulating part of his photography.  In his own words, George describes some of his favorite images. GM:  The Organ … Continue reading →

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Doug McGoldrick’s Moto-Mucci Series

Posted on May 7, 2013 by The Pick

by Doug McGoldrick Like most commercial photographers, I’m always shooting for myself as well as shooting for people who pay me. Recently I started a new project that I’m super excited about. I ride motorcycles and I’m interested in the … Continue reading →

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The Power to Unify, Trust and Inspire :: The One Fund | Boston 2013

Posted on May 6, 2013 by The Pick

by James Adame On Monday, April 15th 2013 a group of terrorist detonated 2 bombs at the Boston Marathon. Moments after explosion, heroes emerged from the smoke and human suffering, helping the fallen and taking care of the wounded. Early on … Continue reading →

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Red Nose Studio “Journeys” for The New Yorker

Posted on May 2, 2013 by The Pick

The New Yorker’s special Journeys issue recently hit the newsstands. Magnet Reps has been waiting a long time to share the artwork Red Nose Studio created for the iconic weekly magazine and the time has finally come. Inspired by stories about traveling … Continue reading →

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