Category Archives: Photography

Keith Barraclough Explores Life of Dogs Through The Lens

Posted on October 23, 2012 by The Pick

Over the years Photographer Keith Barraclough built a strong relationship with the art directors and art buyers at Discovery through his marketing and promotional efforts. One of the major influences in getting the “Dog” assignment with Discovery was Keith had … Continue reading →

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TWO BIRDS Fundraiser -Keeping Kids Warm This Winter

Posted on October 17, 2012 by The Pick

It’s very simple—parents want a nice photo of their kids for their holiday card and less-fortunate children need coats to keep them warm through the Winter. So, every Fall some of Boston’s top wardrobe stylists and groomers join me in … Continue reading →

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Zave Smith Builds A Bon Fire

Posted on October 15, 2012 by The Pick

A few years ago Joe Lombardo was hosting a party. He an invited dozens of photographers to show off their portfolios to a large group of invited art buyers.  His partner in crime Vince Nelson asked me if I would bring … Continue reading →

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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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