Category Archives: Illustrations

Jeff Hester : : Of Wine, Spirits, Food and Music

Posted on September 25, 2012 by The Pick

Multi-talented designer, Jeff Hester, specializes in packaging for the wine, spirits, luxury food, and music industries.  In addition, he is also an illustrator and works magic with typography.  Altpick Connects had the pleasure of talking with Jeff about one of his … Continue reading →

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Artist Hugh Syme : : 36-Year Collaboration : : What A Rush

Posted on September 18, 2012 by The Pick

Our artist Hugh Syme recently completed a fantastic collaboration with Canadian rock band, Rush. Hugh is responsible for the cover art on their newest (and nineteenth!) album, Clockwork Angels (2012), as well as the images inside the album’s accompanying novel, and the cover … 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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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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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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SMAY Design:: Weird Mojo

Posted on July 16, 2012 by The Pick

Designer, artist and founder of SMAY Design, Phil Yarnall, knew from the first time he listened to the Clash’s London Calling that he wanted to design album covers.  Twenty or so years later his designs range from The Velvet Underground … Continue reading →

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The 20th Anniversary Edition :: The Alternative Pick Deck

Posted on July 2, 2012 by The Pick

Celebrating it’s 20th Anniversary, The Alternative Pick proudly presents the 4th edition of the Altpick Deck.  Created specifically for the Creative Buyer, this promotional marketing tool is a favorite for locating the finest commercial illustrators, photographers, and designers in our … Continue reading →

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Honest, Raw Punk Rock Images for Baltimore City Paper

Posted on June 27, 2012 by The Pick

by Daniel Fishel When I left high school, all I drew was punk rockers. It’s funny that seven years later, I would get asked to draw one for Joe over at Baltimore City Paper. Joe was kind enough to let … Continue reading →

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ICON7 :: A Personal Recap

Posted on June 18, 2012 by The Pick

ICON7 in Providence, Rhode Island started out with a blast!  RISD’s New Orlean’s style band came out  with some great sounds to kick off the conference. I met up with my good friend Julie Lieberman from SCAD and Marshall Arisman … Continue reading →

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