A Collector’s Edition Rooted in Vision
Landscapes — A Year Seen Through the Eyes of Photographers
The JPC Calendar 2026 marks the 12th edition of Jaipur Photographers’ Club’s much-loved annual calendar a project that has steadily evolved into a collector’s piece for photography lovers and patrons of visual art. Released during the JPC 13th Annual Photo Exhibition, this edition carries forward the tradition of celebrating photography beyond the gallery walls.
With the theme “Landscapes”, the calendar brings together twelve evocative images captured across different geographies, climates, and cultures. More than 1,000 copies have been printed, reinforcing its reach and relevance as both an artistic artefact and a functional object. Each photograph is a quiet invitation to pause, to observe, and to reconnect with the natural world through the photographer’s lens.
Landscapes as Personal Narratives
Landscapes, in this edition, are not treated merely as scenic backdrops. Instead, they emerge as personal narratives, shaped by light, timing, patience, and emotional connection. Each photographer brings their own sensibility some drawn to vastness and solitude, others to harmony between nature and human presence.
The calendar opens the year with Sundaram Perumal’s photograph of Megamalai, Tamil Nadu, where mist-laden hills and layered greens create a sense of quiet rhythm. This image sets the tone for the year serene, grounded, and contemplative.
February travels to Tuscany, Italy, through the frame of Subhrata Biswas, where rolling landscapes and soft tonal transitions reflect the poetry of cultivated land. The image balances geometry and emotion, reminding viewers that landscapes are as much shaped by history as by nature.
The Himalayan Spirit and Northern Horizons
As the months progress, the calendar journeys northward, capturing the stark beauty of high-altitude terrains. Shovit Betal’s photograph of Stakna Gompa, Ladakh stands as a powerful visual meditation where architecture, spirituality, and rugged mountains coexist in perfect balance.
April features Anil Risal’s frame from Kaza, Himachal Pradesh, a landscape marked by restraint and resilience. The muted palette and expansive forms echo the silence of the region, offering viewers a moment of stillness.
In May, Ribhu Chatterjee’s image from Bikaner, Rajasthan brings desert landscapes into focus where texture, light, and minimalism play a defining role. The photograph reflects how even arid terrains hold profound visual richness when observed closely.
Waterscapes, Wilderness, and Global Perspectives
June shifts the narrative toward water, with Raghav Agarwal’s photograph of Phewa Lake, Nepal. The reflection-laden composition captures tranquility and balance, blurring the line between land and sky.
July takes viewers far north to Saariselka, Finland, through Pritam Panja’s lens. This image stands out for its atmospheric quality where light, snow, and vast open space create a dreamlike visual experience. It represents landscapes not just as places, but as moods.
August returns to India with Atanu Paul’s photograph of Chilika Lake, Odisha, showcasing a delicate interplay of water, horizon, and life. The image celebrates ecosystems and the subtle beauty of natural rhythm.
Familiar Landscapes, New Ways of Seeing
September features Anil Khubani’s photograph from Dawki, Meghalaya, where crystal-clear waters and lush surroundings create a frame that feels almost surreal. The photograph highlights how familiar locations can still surprise when seen with patience and intent.
October presents Rajkumar Koul’s image of Dal Lake, Srinagar, capturing the timeless charm of Kashmir. The composition speaks of coexistence nature, architecture, and daily life woven seamlessly into a single frame.
November moves to Chandratal, Himachal Pradesh, through Pavnesh Arora’s lens. The image reflects solitude and scale, reminding viewers of nature’s quiet grandeur and the emotional pull of remote landscapes.
Closing the Year, Completing the Journey
The calendar concludes with Abhishek Kundu’s photograph of Yumthang Valley, Sikkim, an image that feels both celebratory and contemplative. Rich colours, depth, and natural harmony make it a fitting finale closing the year with hope, beauty, and continuity.
Together, these twelve photographers Sundaram Perumal, Subhrata Biswas, Shovit Betal, Anil Raisal, Ribhu Chatterjee, Raghav Agarwal, Pritam Panja, Atanu Paul, Anil Khubani, Rajkumar Koul, Pavnesh Arora, and Abhishek Kundu form a collective visual narrative. Each brings a distinct voice, yet all align under a shared appreciation for landscape photography as an art of observation and emotion.
The JPC Calendar 2026 stands as a testament to JPC’s ongoing commitment to showcasing meaningful photography. It is not just a calendar it is a year-long exhibition, one that lives on desks and walls, quietly reminding its viewers that landscapes are stories waiting to be seen.
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