Category Archives: Illustrations

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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Hummingbird Beats: Johanna Goodman

Posted on May 24, 2012 by The Pick

Originally posted on HuffingtonPost.com                                                                         … Continue reading →

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For Illustrators, Inspiration is Where You Find It

Posted on May 14, 2012 by The Pick

Originally posted on Agency Access‘ “The Lab“. Written by Illustrator Brian Taylor Question: Can you give me some examples of top illustration pros and what they use to keep fresh and inspired? Look Around My biggest inspiration comes from looking at … Continue reading →

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Robert Carter’s ‘Tug of War’

Posted on April 27, 2012 by The Pick

Alberta Venture magazine  commissioned Robert Carter to illustrate the “tug of war” between the Alberta Provincial government and the Federal government regarding the oil sands and how they will be regulated. The piece was completely painted in PhotoShop CS5.  Kim Larson from … Continue reading →

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Infinite Jest – Cracking Two Skulls with One Stone

Posted on April 23, 2012 by The Pick

by AMD about Lacko Illustration As the New Year approached, I found I had some unfinished business left to tackle.  One was the AltPick Deck of Cards artist’s promotion project and the other was the Brooklyn Art Library 2012 Sketchbook. My … Continue reading →

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Build Your Business : Selina Maitreya’s Steps to Success

Posted on April 18, 2012 by The Pick

There are 3 areas no one discusses in business.  Yet these topics are key ingredients to your success. You are going to want to know them. Join Selina Maitreya’s live free event on April 20th, 2012: Clarion Call 2012 Bringing together … Continue reading →

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