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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.

“BOO!” Greetings from Altpick Members Halloween 2020

Posted on October 29, 2020 by The Pick

Halloween this year is certainly going to be different. Will it be a Trick or a Treat?!  Are kids going to be able to go door to door to collect their treats or will it be a bit tricky (hehe)?  … Continue reading →

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Celebrating the Work of This Week’s Featured Members

Posted on October 16, 2020 by The Pick

This week we celebrate the work of 4 amazing artists whose art has appeared in publishing, advertising, editorial, and corporate projects.  The artists’ vision focuses on beauty, inspiration, style, and the impact of social issues.  Their strengths center around a … Continue reading →

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Member Focus Weekly Round-Up

Posted on October 9, 2020 by The Pick

This past week Altpick.com featured work by illustrators Giovannina Colalillo,  Anthony Foronda,  Chris Lyons, and Aaron Meshon. Their work highlights professionalism and style perfect for any editorial, publishing, advertising, or corporate assignment.  Art directors will find the artists’ ease and … Continue reading →

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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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