Discovering the Roots: The Story Behind Our 2025 Nature Calendar
Explore the enchanting journey of our 2025 nature calendar, featuring hand-drawn illustrations and sustainable practices. Learn about the inspiration, creation process, and eco-friendly impact that makes this calendar a unique addition to your desk.
Calendars! We glance at them daily, marking off days, planning events, and reminding ourselves of birthdays. But have you ever thought about what goes into creating one? Especially one that’s as eco-friendly and artistically rich as our 2025 nature desk calendar? Let's dive into the story behind our 2025 nature calendar, a journey that intertwines art, nature, and sustainability.
The concept for Smooth Scribe's 2025 nature calendar sprouted from my deep-seated love for the environment. I have always been inspired by nature's beauty. The idea was to capture this beauty not just for aesthetic pleasure but also to remind us of the natural wonders worth preserving. The calendar is a year-long love letter to the environment, showcasing intricate hand-drawn illustrations that celebrate the changing seasons.
The Artistic Journey
Creating the calendar wasn’t just about being eco-conscious; it was about artistry and gaining confidence as an artist. Each month features a hand-drawn illustration, capturing the essence of nature from the frosty January winds to the warm hues of July sunsets. I spent countless hours walking outside, photographing and sketching, perfecting each piece, ensuring that every detail was true to life yet infused with a hint of whimsy. This process is shown in my photo diary from photos, sketches to the calendar:
The illustrations are not just art; they’re a call to appreciate and protect our planet
Eco-Friendly Practices
It would be wrong to ask people to protect the planet and not think about our own footprint as a company. When it comes to production, we didn’t just dip our toes into eco-friendly practices; we dove headfirst. Our 2025 nature calendar is printed using water-based organic inks, which are much kinder to the environment than traditional inks. The paper? Sustainably sourced recycled and compostable, of course. And don't get us started on the packaging! We’ve ensured it’s as eco-friendly as can be, so you can enjoy our calendar guilt-free. Here are some eco-friendly highlights:
- **Water-Based Inks**: Reduces harmful emissions and is biodegradable.
- **Sustainably Sourced Recycled Compostable Paper**: Ensures that virgin trees have a chance to grow back and paper waste is reused.
- **Compostable Packaging**: Leave no trace behind, except for the memories.
The Challenges
Creating something beautiful and sustainable doesn’t come without its hurdles. One of the biggest challenges was attracting the right audience. How do you reach those who appreciate quality and eco-consciousness? Well, let’s be honest, it hasn’t been a walk in the park. But with a mix of Instagram magic, word-of-mouth and local events, we’re slowly but surely finding our tribe.
Goals and Aspirations
Looking ahead, the goal is clear: While we are a business who would love to grow, it’s not just about numbers, though. It’s about spreading the message of sustainability and nature’s beauty far and wide.
I have also already begun drawing new ideas for the next calendar!!
I also dream in 2025 of exploring new projects that support local UK nature charities in a similar vein as our collaboration with the British Hedgehog Preservation Society through our hedgehog collection. I hope to expand further our nature inspired keyrings, shuffle books and eco lino prints, which promise to be as innovative and eco-friendly as the calendar.
FAQs
Why focus on a nature-themed calendar?
Nature has always been a source of inspiration and peace. By focusing on a nature theme, we hope to remind people of the beauty around us and the importance of preserving it.
-How are the illustrations created?
Each illustration is hand-drawn by me, capturing the essence of the natural world while adding my unique artistic touch.
- What makes this calendar eco-friendly?
From the materials used, like water-based inks and sustainably sourced paper, to the compostable calendar and packaging, every aspect of the calendar is designed to minimise environmental impact.
The story behind our 2025 nature calendar is one of passion, creativity, and commitment to the environment. It's not just a calendar; it's a daily reminder of the beauty we must cherish and protect. As we continue to face challenges and work toward our goals, we invite you to be part of our journey. Let’s appreciate the art of nature, support eco-friendly practices, and make every day a little greener with the 2025 nature calendar.