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Artwork by Katerina Sotiropoulou
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Going to a Holiday Party?
Don’t show up empty-handed!
A 2026 calendar is a gift of art that lasts all year—perfect for yourself, friends, or hosts this holiday season. In a single Instagram Post, we rounded up a stunning batch of 2026 illustrated calendars created by independant artists.
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Artwork by Ann Shen
WINTER HOLIDAYS
The season that sparkles.
The illustrators within this slideshow specialize in creating festive illustrations for the winter holiday season including Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year’s, Winter Solstice, Lunar New Year, Diwali, and other cultural celebrations and “winter cozy” themes.
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How can you make your illustrations sparkle for the winter holidays?
Spreading joy and peace...
We wrote an article that helps freelance illustrators understand how to tap into the seasonal demand for winter holiday artwork. You’ll learn which holidays fall under this category, what kinds of products need festive illustrations, and how to position your portfolio so your work becomes the gift that keeps on giving.
Artwork by Jen Russell-Smith
Meet the Illustrator
Simona Hodonova is based in
Leeds, UK, and specializes in illustrating children’s books.
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Shayna Sell is based in Detroit, Michigan, and specializes in illustrated recipes and food illustration.
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Lisa Powell Braun is based in Dresher, Pennsylvania, and specializes in botanical and floral illustrations.
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Fiona Powers is a freelance illustrator based in Bath, UK, and specializes in editorial illustrations.
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Artwork by Jill Howarth
Mood Board: The Holiday Season
Spreading cheer and joy!
From twinkling Christmas trees and delicate snowflakes to festive ornaments and glowing menorahs, explore a collection of enchanting artworks, each created by a different illustrator.
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Want to see more seasonal shine?
View the profiles of all illustrators who specializes in creating artwork for the winter holiday season.