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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.

Secret to Success :: Words of Wisdom

Posted on August 20, 2012 by The Pick

by Ralph Mennemeyer In my opinion the secret to success for photographers and/or artists, boils down to a couple of key things – not the least of which is timing – aka “dumb luck”. It is a promo card that … Continue reading →

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Saturday : : An Italian Ramble

Posted on August 16, 2012 by The Pick

by Carol Schultheiss Cavalini You’re thinking; a walk in the countryside, a picnic with cows in the background. Ha! Not quite. But perhaps your romantic imaginings are not too far off. This is Italy and as Fellini indicated, life can … Continue reading →

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Chris Nixon’s Imagination Migration

Posted on August 13, 2012 by The Pick

Imagination Migration is a mural created by Chris Nixon in Karratha 2011 – this video documents the installation process. Set to a marine theme the work explores the migratory patterns of the Pilbara’s marine life, ignited by a central character … Continue reading →

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Art Fears Business Fears Art

Posted on August 9, 2012 by The Pick

Blog post by Scott Hull Many times I find it hard to put into words what, exactly, it is I do. One of my favorite thinkers Seth Godin truly understands creativity and business. He recently shared these thoughts on the relationship between … Continue reading →

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Kent Miller Explores Through the Lens

Posted on August 7, 2012 by The Pick

After moving to NYC in the latter part of 1989, Kent Miller found the energy of the city more powerful than he could have ever expected.  Kent was in his early 20’s and was doing a little soul-searching as many … Continue reading →

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Duggal + Cartier + Americana Mall

Posted on August 6, 2012 by The Pick

This month Duggal covered the façade of Cartier’s storefront at the Americana Mall in Manhasset, NY. The façade was 42 feet wide by 29 feet high and was wrapped with a flex banner, which stretched a solid 76 feet around the right side of the … Continue reading →

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Tansy Myer :: Girl Power

Posted on August 1, 2012 by The Pick

Born and raised in Venice, California, Tansy Myer came of age among the eclectic artist community of the Venice Boardwalk.  Inspired by the indulgent worlds of music and fashion, she began drawing her girls at a young age as a … Continue reading →

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Jesse Rieser’s New Series :: The Wallow Fire

Posted on July 27, 2012 by The Pick

Jesse Rieser formally announced his latest series, The Wallow Fire. Excerpt from Jesse’s blog: In Eastern Arizona, near the border with New Mexico, is a land of dirt roads stretching out to white-washed horizons. Here, ranches are carved out of … Continue reading →

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Behind the Animation Scene with Richard Borge

Posted on July 27, 2012 by The Pick

by Richard Borge I needed something to push me along to create a quick animation and loopdeloop.org was just the thing. They have a monthly competition that requires only that you make an animation that loops… can be short or long, just … Continue reading →

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Direct, Honest and Real :: Chris Sembrot

Posted on July 26, 2012 by The Pick

Back in 2008 when Altpick asked photographer Chris Sembrot how he would describe his photography style, Chris said direct, honest and real.  Four years later, his body of work has grown with a deeper, richer emotional side and a bit … Continue reading →

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