Category Archives: Photography

Tadd Myers Adds ‘The Grammys’ To The American Craftsman Series

Posted on October 11, 2012 by The Pick

Photographer, Tadd Myers was inspired by his father, Landis Wilson Myers, to document and tell the story of the American Craftsman.  His father worked as a wood worker, home builder, metal worker, guitar player, printing pressman, baseball player and self-made … Continue reading →

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On Silk Stockings, Cigars and Turning 20

Posted on October 4, 2012 by The Pick

by Clare Ultimo My favorite 20 year old is celebrating an amazing history of creativity and commitment this year. And while I do know a lot of 20-year-olds, I’m talking about The Alternative Pick, the place to find edgy photographers, … Continue reading →

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Brian Cummings’ Fairy Fatales : : Unhappily Ever After

Posted on September 27, 2012 by The Pick

Imagine that the sweet, beautiful, angelic protagonist of your favorite childhood fairy tale were actually a dangerous seductress, capable of heinous, deceitful acts and unforgivable cruelty towards fictional talking animals in pants and crowns. Need some help? Leave it to … Continue reading →

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Zave Smith’s “Kelica”

Posted on September 11, 2012 by The Pick

Voices In My Head                                                                         … Continue reading →

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Kevin Steele :: Sheds Some Light

Posted on September 7, 2012 by The Pick

Early on photography was Kevin Steele’s tool for documenting the world of rock and ice climbing.   He was passionate about sharing those adventures and shedding light on the experiences that words alone could not do justice. For Kevin it’s … Continue reading →

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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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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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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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Bob Packert’s Unexpected Twists

Posted on July 23, 2012 by The Pick

Bob Packert’s passion for photography began while achieving a BA in Fine Art and Graphic Design.  As a fashion and lifestyle photographer and director, his creativity takes the concept through to a contemporary style that solidifies any story line. Working … Continue reading →

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Zave Smith Captures the inTangibles

Posted on July 10, 2012 by The Pick

“Sometimes I feel that I do my best work when I don’t give a damn.” The reason, perhaps, why he gets assignments with these types of direction “Come down to Mardi Gras for a week and see what happens.” Exuberant … Continue reading →

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