How to design a custom 2026 Photo Calendar in 5 minutes

What’s the best site to make a Photo Calendar? The secret is AI

The biggest challenge when it comes to creating your custom Photo Calendar is sorting through a year's worth of photos. The Journi Photo Calendar app was designed to solve this problem and do the hard work for you. 

Our app acts as your personal designer on demand. Instead of you spending hours on layout and organization, our smart AI instantly creates a beautiful draft of your calendar. 

This unique combination of speed and quality is why over 9 million people have trusted us to print their memories.

Inspiring Photo Calendar ideas for every month of the year

Not sure where to start? Here are some Photo Calendar ideas for each month to help you tell a beautiful, cohesive story.

How to make a Photo Calendar on your phone in 5 minutes

The best tool for creating your custom calendar is the phone that’s already in your pocket. 

With the Journi app, you can turn a year of photos into a beautiful, finished custom Photo Calendar in just a few minutes. Whether you have an iPhone or an Android, the process is this simple:

1. Gather your memories: Open the Journi app on your iPhone or Android device and start selecting your favorite photos. You can pull them straight from your phone's gallery, your Google Photos albums, or even use a shared link to get photos from friends and family.
2. Let the AI do the design work: Select a size, choose any month to start your calendar, and then watch the magic happen. Our smart AI will instantly arrange your photos into beautiful monthly layouts. It can even create a stunning photo collage, ensuring you can include multiple memories for each month.
3. Add your personal touches & order: Once your draft has been created, you can customize your Photo Calendar as much or as little as you like. Dive into the editor to add important birthdays, anniversaries, or personal notes. Customize the colors and fonts, then hit "Order." It’s as easy as that!

A guide to Journi Photo Calendar sizes & formats

We offer three beautiful formats, ensuring you can find the perfect fit for your space and your photos.

Why a custom Photo Calendar makes the perfect gift 

Unlike a gift that's enjoyed once and then put away, a custom Photo Calendar delivers a new moment of joy every single month. 

It’s the perfect blend of personal and practical, making it one of the most thoughtful gifts you can create. 

Here’s why it’s a guaranteed winner:

• It’s deeply personal: You’re not just giving an object; you’re giving them a hand-picked collection of their favorite memories. The effort and thought you put into choosing the photos and adding special dates make this gift truly priceless.
• It’s incredibly practical: Everyone needs a calendar to organize their year. This is a gift they will use every single day, whether it’s hanging in their kitchen, sitting on their office desk, or helping them plan their next adventure.
• It’s a daily dose of happiness: Every time they glance at it to check a date, they’ll be greeted by a photo that makes them smile; a favorite vacation, a silly moment with the kids, or a loving snapshot. It's a year-long reminder of the people and moments they cherish.
• It’s the perfect gift for everyone: A custom calendar is a guaranteed hit with grandparents (filled with photos of the grandkids), a romantic and thoughtful gesture for a partner, a heartfelt keepsake for parents, or a fun, year-long recap for a best friend.

It’s a gift that says "I love you" in a thousand little ways, all year round.

A Calendar you'll love to look at (and write on!)

When you're looking for the best place to print a custom calendar, quality should be a top priority. 

Your custom calendar deserves to feel premium. We print every custom Photo Calendar on a high-quality, 250g/m² non-coated matte paper. We specifically chose this paper because it’s a dream to write on with any pen or marker, making your calendar as practical as it is beautiful. 

And, because it’s FSC-certified and we plant trees for every order, you're creating a product that’s kind to the planet.

Transparent pricing: How much are Photo Calendars?

Creating your own Photo Calendar shouldn't break the bank. The Journi app is free to download and use, and you only pay when you're ready to print. 

Our premium Photo Calendars start at just $19.99.

The final cost depends on your location and shipping, but we always show you a transparent, final price at checkout. Keep an eye out for Photo Calendar deals and promotions during the holiday season!

FAQs: Your Photo Calendar questions, answered

What is the best site to make a Photo Calendar?

Based on our Photo Calendar reviews, millions of happy customers choose Journi! We combine incredible ease of use with our powerful AI, premium and sustainable quality, and full customization. It's the best of all worlds.

What's the best way to create the monthly layout?

Let our AI do it for you! Simply select all the photos you love for a particular month (you can choose up to 10 for each month!), and our AI will instantly arrange them into a beautiful collage. It’s the easiest way to get a professionally designed layout without the hard work.

Where can I make a calendar with my own pictures?

You can create and order your Photo Calendar online directly from the Journi website or through our mobile app. We’re a one-stop shop for creating a beautiful gift, from easy design to premium printing and delivery straight to your door.

How is Journi different from other Photo Calendar services?

Three things: AI-powered speed, a seamless mobile-first experience, and a commitment to sustainable quality. Our AI turns a task that takes hours on other sites into minutes on Journi. It’s the best Photo Calendar maker for people who value their time but still want a stunning, high-quality result.