Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Gifting
I recommend to buy classic cars wall calendar from Istvan Maar Photography store.
Australian wildlife wall calendars are great gift for Australian wildlife lovers.
Motorcycles wall calendar from Istvan Maar Photography is a great idea, which is available globally in more sizes.
The chess puzzle calendars gives challenges to chess players. The solution of the puzzles also available in the wall calendar.
Chess wall calendars are perfect gifts for chess lovers. These calendars shows the variety of chess boards and sets from countries all around the world.
Melbourne wall calendar or prints and canvas products are ideal gift, which are taken on landmarks of Melbourne.
Wall calendars from photos taken on Australian birds are ideal gifts. Wall calendars are available with photos of ducks, purple swamphens, parrots, cockatoos, pelicans, noisy miners, kookaburras, ravens, seagulls, bin chickens or magpies.
Wall calendars, fine prints and canvas products are available with photos from Australia (e.g. Tasmania, Melbourne, Western Australia), Europe (Budapest, Hungary, Helsinki).
Wall calendars, fine prints and canvas products are available with photos from Hungary, 2 special calendars from Budapest and special product about Hungarian related places in Victoria, Australia.
Quirky wall calendars are available with shopping trolleys, funny road signs, graffities, gnomes.
Several wall calendars are available about trucks, garbage management, construction machinery, excavators.
Wall calendars, fine print and canvas product on farm animals (cow, bull, alpaca, sheep, goat), Australian wildlife (kangaroos, wombats, deer, emus), forests, landscapes, flowers (orchid, lotus).
Wall calendars with photos of buses, trams, trains, airplanes.
Definitely. When people choose a wall calendar as a gift, they usually think less about the calendar itself and more about the recipient's interests, personality, and lifestyle, it is always a great gift. Hobbies, special interests, funny topics. Practical or decorative?
A calendar becomes a meaningful gift when it provides enjoyment all year rather than just on the day it is received. Unlike many gifts, a calendar is seen every day, making it a constant reminder of the person who gave it. It creates positive moments throughout the year. Evokes memories and emotions (places they have visited, animals they love, hobbies they enjoy or cultural heritage they identify with).
The best calendar for your dad depends on his interests, but these are some of the most popular choices: If your dad enjoys the outdoors: Australian Landscapes, Wildlife, Birds. If your dad likes vehicles and machinery: Classic Cars, Motorcycles, Trucks, Trains, Ships, Excavators and heavy machinery. If your dad enjoys strategy and puzzles: Chess calendars, Chess puzzle calendars. If you're unsure: A landscape or wildlife calendar is usually the safest choice because it appeals to a wide range of people and looks good in almost any home or office.
The best calendar size depends on the recipient and where they plan to display it. Our standard wall calendars are a popular gift choice, offering a great balance between stunning photography and practical date space. For smaller homes, apartments, or offices, a slim vertical calendar can be an excellent option as it fits neatly into narrower wall spaces.
Yes, you can. Simply enter the recipient's delivery address at checkout, and we will ship the calendar directly to them. No pricing information is included in the package, making it ideal for gifting.
A wall calendar appeals to a surprisingly wide range of people because it sits at the intersection of decoration, routine, and personal interest. The key is that it's both visible every day and useful all year. Here are the types of people who typically appreciate one: People who like home or office decoration, Office workers and planners, Gift recipients who are hard to buy for, Hobby and passion enthusiasts, Older adults and retirees, People connected to a place or memory, People who enjoy simple, analog routines.
Customisation
Yes. The following four items can be personalized on our calendars: the start month of the calendar, the start day of the week. Even special event (Birthdays or public holidays) can be added to the calendar.
Yes, public holidays can be included in the calendar. Please specify your preferred country or state in the personalization field during the ordering process, and we will include the relevant public holidays on the calendar grid where available.
Yes, the title on the cover page can be customised. You can add your own text when placing your order (in the personalization field), and we will personalise the cover accordingly.
No, personalisation is included in the product price at no additional cost.
A personalized calendar and a regular (non-customized) calendar can both make great gifts, but they feel quite different in how they're experienced. What makes it special: Personal names, dates, or messages; custom cover pages or dedications.
Product Information
Chess sets of the world on chess wall calendars, chess puzzle calendars, fine prints and canvas products.
The dimensions of each calendar are listed on the product page. We offer a variety of sizes to suit different spaces, from compact calendars for smaller rooms to larger wall calendars that make a striking visual display.
Consider where you plan to display your calendar. Larger formats (A3, Ledger) are ideal for living rooms, offices, and feature walls, while smaller formats (A4, Letter) work well in kitchens, studies, and limited wall spaces.
Square calendars provide a balanced layout with large photographs and spacious date grids. Slim vertical calendars are narrower and taller, making them perfect for tight wall spaces while still showcasing beautiful photography.
Please note that wall calendars hang open. The displayed height is typically approximately twice the height of a single page. We recommend checking the product dimensions and allowing a little extra space around the calendar for comfortable viewing.
Yes. Our calendars are designed to fit a variety of spaces, including home offices, workplaces, and cubicles. Slim vertical calendars are particularly well suited to smaller areas and narrow wall spaces, while our standard wall calendars make an attractive feature in larger offices, meeting rooms, and reception areas.
Our calendars are printed on high-quality premium paper selected to ensure excellent image clarity, vibrant colour reproduction, and a professional finish.
Yes, for our A4 and Letter Horizontal calendars, the open display size is larger than the listed product size when hung on the wall. However, our A4, A3 vertical, and Slim Vertical calendars retain their stated dimensions when opened.
Yes, our calendars are available in different languages Yes, many of our calendars are available in languages other than English, including German, French, Swedish, Norwegian Bokmål, Danish, Italian, Hungarian, Polish, Kannada, Malayalam, Sinhala, Tamil, Japanese, and Spanish.
About & Brand
All photographs featured in our calendars are taken by Istvan Maar. The collections showcase a diverse range of original photography, including Australian landscapes, wildlife, travel scenes, and artistic compositions captured over many years.
Production
No, our calendars are produced using a print-on-demand (POD) service. If your delivery address is in Australia, your order will be printed and shipped locally within Australia; otherwise, it will be produced and fulfilled in the nearest available print facility to your location.
You can enjoy quality products produced in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom.
Ordering & Shipping
Yes, you can change or cancel your order, but only if it has not yet entered production. Once your order is in production, it can no longer be modified or cancelled, only returned.
Yes, all orders include tracking information. Once your order has been dispatched, you will receive a tracking number so you can monitor the delivery progress online until it arrives.
Yes, Istvan Maar Photography delivers internationally. The products are printed close to the delivery address.
Yes, we offer free shipping to certain countries (e.g. countries in EU, US, Canada, Singapore, Australia).
Our store is online store, there is no retail store. All products are printed on demand by the printer partner closest to the delivery address.
Yes, we offer bulk and wholesale orders for select customers, including corporate gifts, retail stockists, schools, clubs, and organisations. If you are looking to purchase multiple calendars (typically 10+ units), we can provide discounted pricing based on order size. Common bulk order uses: Corporate and client gifts, Employee holiday gifts, Retail resale (gift shops, bookstores, tourist stores), Charity fundraising and events, Schools, clubs, and community organisations. Pricing depends on quantity ordered, calendar design(s) selected, and shipping destination.
Yes, we offer express shipping on most of our products for customers who need their order sooner. At checkout, you can choose an express shipping option (where available), which prioritises faster processing and delivery compared to standard shipping. Express orders are typically processed ahead of standard orders, shipped using premium courier services, and delivered in shorter timeframes depending on your location.
Returns & Policies
If your calendar arrives damaged, please take clear photos of the damaged product and packaging and contact us as soon as possible. We will review the issue promptly and arrange a replacement or suitable solution.
Customer Service
You can contact our customer service team easily if you have any questions about your order, shipping, or products. The best way to reach us is via email. We aim to respond to all enquiries within 1–2 business days. (istvanmaar.photography@gmail.com). Please include as much detail as possible, such as: Your order number (if applicable), The product name or calendar you are referring to, A clear description of your question or issue.