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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 Ink Trail Shares “The Last of Us” Time-Lapse Drawing

Posted on September 21, 2020 by The Pick

Earlier this month, Andreas “The Ink Trail” von Buddenbrock was happy to share one of his latest time-lapse videos, featuring a tribute portrait of video game character Joel Miller. Joel is one of the main characters of the popular “The … Continue reading →

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Sergio Baradat Designs UN World Heritage Stamps

Posted on September 17, 2020 by The Pick

The United Nations Postal Administration (UNPA) issued 6 postage stamps on 11 September 2020, featuring World Heritage sites in the Russian Federation. The stamps feature Lake Baikal; Kremlin and Red Square, Moscow; Historic Complex of the Kazan Kremlin; Saint Petersburg; … Continue reading →

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Altpick Week in Review: Ellen Weinstein, Julia Kerschbaumer, Lee Page and Daria Kirpach

Posted on September 4, 2020 by The Pick

Altpick’s Member Focus continues with a review of this past week’s artists highlights, which includes Photographer Lee Page and Illustrators Ellen Weinstein, Julia Kerschbaumer and Daria Kirpach. Illustrator Ellen Weinstein Illustrator Julia Kerschbaumer Illustrator Daria Kirpach   Photographer Lee Page … Continue reading →

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Altpick Week in Review::Illustrator Gregory Nelson, Photographers Kevin Steele, Irene Pena and Jay Watson

Posted on August 14, 2020 by The Pick

Altpick’s Member Focus continues with a review of this past week’s artists highlights, which include Photographers Jay Watson, Irene Pena, Kevin Steele, and Illustrator Gregory Nelson. Illustrator Gregory Nelson Gregory Nelson has been in the business for over 20 years … Continue reading →

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Altpick’s Week in Review

Posted on August 7, 2020 by The Pick

Altpick’s Week in Review features 4 talented members:  award-winning illustrators Mark Smith and Mirko Cresta, designer Kurt Ketchum and photographer Dorit Thies.  Each of the members’ portfolio showcases a sample of their best work, recent news, and their latest assignments.  … Continue reading →

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Congratulations to the American Illustration 39 Winners!

Posted on July 29, 2020 by The Pick

Congratulations to the Altpick members and all the illustrators who won in the American Illustration 39 com competition! We would like to specially highlight the winning pieces of Dan Bejar,  Davide Bonazzi, Richard Borge, Ivan Canu, Tom Cocotos, John S. … Continue reading →

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Kevin Steele Photographs L.A. BLM Protests

Posted on July 13, 2020 by The Pick

To say that something was set in motion by the killing of George Floyd would no doubt be an understatement, given the public reaction we’ve seen play out in the past month. From streets all across the country, powerful images … Continue reading →

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Kent Miller’s Pandemic Porch Portraits

Posted on July 9, 2020 by The Pick

The COVID-pandemic has been both a stressful and worrisome time for many, and it’s in times like these that we should appreciate the creative people who do their best to change our moods. Photographer Kent Miller is one of those … Continue reading →

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This Week’s Member Focus Round-Up :: Tom Michas, Renee Rhyner, Clay Patrick McBride, Arlen Schumer

Posted on July 3, 2020 by The Pick

Each week we feature an Altpick member each day on the homepage and this week the 4 members included: photographer Tom Michas, artist rep Renee Rhyner & Company, photographer Clay Patrick McBride and Illustrator/Designer Arlen Schumer.   Enjoy the weekend!  … Continue reading →

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Dreaming of the Future: Memories of Milton Glaser, Broccoli Rabe and Design

Posted on June 29, 2020 by The Pick

by Clare Ultimo No doubt there are many people talking about Milton Glaser right now. He loomed large in the world of communication, design, illustration, and art (his work is at the Louvre after all). I’m sure there will be … Continue reading →

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