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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.

Instead of Satire, I Used Fart Jokes.

Posted on February 11, 2013 by The Pick

by Zave Smith Yes, I said. Sounds like fun. I then hung up the phone and asked myself, “How are you going to pull this one off?” This is often the commercial photographers plight.  We are asked to do something … Continue reading →

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Altpick Friday :: Ann Cutting’s Concept to Camera

Posted on February 8, 2013 by The Pick

by Renee Rhyner Henri Rousseau is the inspiration for our first Concept to Camera from Ann Cutting.  When we asked Ann about her attraction to Rousseau, she opened up about her lasting fascination with the painter:  “The first time I … Continue reading →

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Brian Cummings Gets Along With All Along Press

Posted on February 4, 2013 by The Pick

Brian Cummings. Commercial photographer. Director. Known for unique conceptual images and ideas. His interest in satire and narrative influences his work behind the camera. As a director, Brian draws on his conceptual chops and design sensibilities to compose striking stories … Continue reading →

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ARTIST AS AN EXPLORER IN 2013

Posted on February 1, 2013 by The Pick

by Clare Ultimo How does the artistic spirit liberate itself from the slings and arrows of ‘bacon bringing?’  How does the working artist (of any discipline) give her/him self back the excitement of the journey?  When does the artist revisit … Continue reading →

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How Ryan Ketterman and Advisor Magazine Dealt with the Sandy Hook Tragedy

Posted on January 30, 2013 by The Pick

Back in December Ryan Ketterman got an assignment from Investment Advisor Magazine to photograph Jacksonville-based money manager and avid hunter and skeet shooter, Mark Travis. The magazine wanted Ryan to capture his personal side for the interior photo spread. However, not … Continue reading →

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Dana Neibert’s Pin Up Work

Posted on January 28, 2013 by The Pick

Photographer Dana Neibert’s new promotional piece has extraordinary images packaged in a elegantly designed box with an embossed custom belly band.  The presentation makes you feel like you’re getting a little gift.  This is a delicious delight! To see more … Continue reading →

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Altpick Friday :: Keith Barraclough’s: The RedHead Project

Posted on January 25, 2013 by The Pick

Though natural redheads make up less than 6% of the US population, Keith Barraclough sees them everywhere, and more often than not, on set at photo shoots.  “They’ve got a certain mystique I call “the lure of the redhead.”, Keith … Continue reading →

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Brian Cummings’ Lifestyle Shoot for Mercedes Benz USA

Posted on January 24, 2013 by The Pick

2012 was a great year for the crew at Brian Cummings Photography. It was a year full of changes, new challenges, perhaps a tiny bit of occasional stress, and a whole bunch of high fives for being awesome. One of their greatest … Continue reading →

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In Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Posted on January 21, 2013 by The Pick

Illustrated by Louisa Bertman, see more of her work on her website and Altpick page.

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Altpick Friday :: Lennette Newell

Posted on January 18, 2013 by The Pick

Altpick’s favorite image this week is photographer Lennette Newell’s “Walk in the Park”. See more of Lennette’s photography for both commercial and fine art on her website and Altpick page.

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