How to Monetize a Life of Travel & Adventure with Print
At PrintingCenterUSA, we love seeing artists use print to slow people down and invite them into a story. For wildlife photographer Nicole of Wandering Roots Wildlife, her 2026 wall calendar became a way to share years of travel, exploration, and quiet moments in nature with others.
Inspired by nine years living in Alaska and a deep love for adventure, Nicole’s calendar captures wildlife and wild places from across her journey, bringing a sense of wonder into homes month after month.
About Wandering Roots Wildlife
Wandering Roots Wildlife is rooted in exploration, curiosity, and a deep respect for the natural world. After spending nearly a decade living in Alaska, Nicole developed a powerful connection to wildlife and wild places that continues to shape her work today. Her photography reflects moments of stillness, movement, and connection found while traveling and seeking adventure near and far.
My goal was to create a calendar that brings that sense of exploration and appreciation for nature into people’s homes, Nicole shared. Not just showcasing Alaska, but celebrating the beauty and spirit of adventure found everywhere.
The Challenge
Nicole wanted to create a calendar that felt immersive and meaningful, not just a collection of beautiful images. Each photograph needed to retain its depth, color, and detail while translating the emotion of being present in the moment. The calendar also needed to feel polished and gift-worthy, something people would proudly hang and revisit throughout the year.
As an artist, preserving the integrity of each image was essential. From color accuracy to paper quality, every detail mattered.
The Printing Solution
Nicole partnered with PrintingCenterUSA to produce a full color wall calendar that honors the richness of her wildlife photography and the spirit of adventure behind it.
Calendar Print Specs
Size: 11 x 8.5 inches
Type: Wall calendar
Binding: Saddle stitch
Pages: 28
Cover Paper: 100 pound gloss cardstock
Inside Paper: 100 pound gloss text
Ink: Full color throughout
Cover Finish: High gloss UV
These specs were chosen to highlight photography at its best. The glossy cover and interior paper enhance color depth and detail, making each wildlife image feel vibrant and immersive. The 11 x 8.5 inch size offers plenty of visual impact without overwhelming the space, while saddle stitch binding keeps the calendar lightweight, easy to hang, and affordable to produce. Together, these choices create a calendar that feels professional, gift worthy, and designed to be enjoyed all year long.
The glossy finish enhances color vibrancy and detail, while the sturdy cardstock cover gives the calendar a premium feel. Saddle stitch binding keeps the calendar lightweight and easy to hang, making it perfect for everyday enjoyment.
The Impact
Nicole’s calendar does more than mark the months. It invites people to pause, explore, and reconnect with the natural world. Each image tells a story from her travels, offering viewers a sense of calm and curiosity as they move through the year.
By turning her photography into a printed calendar, Nicole created a product that allows her audience to experience her wander hearted lifestyle in a tangible way. The calendar serves as both art and inspiration, helping others slow down and truly see the world around them.
Thinking About Creating Your Own Photography Calendar?
If you have ever wanted to share your adventures, artwork, or story in a way that lasts all year, a calendar is one of the most impactful formats you can create. It transforms moments into memories and keeps your work front and center every day.
Why a Calendar Is One of the Best Ways to Share Your Story
- A calendar keeps your work visible all year long, not just for a moment.
- It turns your photography or art into a functional piece people use every day.
- Each month gives you space to tell a new part of your story.
- Calendars make meaningful gifts that people love to display.
- They create a deeper emotional connection than digital content alone.
- A calendar helps you share your journey in a tangible, lasting format.
- It is an affordable way to produce a high quality, professional product.
- Calendars are easy to sell, gift, or use for fundraising and promotion.
- They allow your audience to slow down and engage with your work intentionally.
- A branded calendar will strengthen your brand and expand your reach.
If you are ready to turn your photos, artwork, or adventures into something people can enjoy all year long, a custom calendar is a powerful place to start. With flexible formats, premium paper options, and our free Online Design Tool and Adobe templates, creating a professional calendar has never been easier. Start your calendar project today and bring your journey to life in print.
How to Create a Calendar That Brings Your Journey to a Whole New Level
Creating a calendar from your photography or artwork is about more than choosing twelve great images. It is about telling a story that unfolds month by month. When done thoughtfully, a calendar can capture the feeling of a place, the emotion of a moment, and the journey behind your work, giving people a meaningful way to experience it all year long.
- Choose images that tell a story: Select photographs that capture emotion, movement, and connection, not just scenery.
- Keep the layout clean and intentional: Let your images breathe with simple design and easy to read dates.
- Choose paper that supports photography: Gloss paper enhances color and detail, making wildlife and travel images pop.
- Use our free design tools: Our free Online Design Tool and Adobe templates make it easy to create a professional layout, even without design experience.
- Print in bulk for maximum value: Bulk printing keeps costs accessible and gives you calendars ready for gifts, sales, or events.
Pro Tip: Consider selecting images that reflect different moods or seasons. This creates a visual rhythm throughout the year and keeps viewers excited to turn each page.
Looking Ahead
Nicole continues to create work inspired by wild places and a love for exploration. Through her calendar, she invites others to slow down, explore intentionally, and find beauty in the natural world wherever they are.
Explore more from Wandering Roots Wildlife by checking out their website, Facebook, and Instagram!
At PrintingCenterUSA, we are proud to help photographers turn their journeys into meaningful print products that connect, inspire, and last all year long. Start your custom calendar project at PrintingCenterUSA!
