2026 Annual Forward Planner – A Functional Work of Art
Stay organized in style with this 900mm x 400mm dry-erase wall planner, perfect for work, school, or home. More than just a planner, this unique double-sided design transforms into a stunning poster once the year is over—making it a sustainable and lasting addition to any space.
A Planner That Becomes Art
Featuring breathtaking bird paintings from Lisa Halstead’s Flight of Colour series, this planner celebrates South Africa’s rich and diverse birdlife. Across the two designs, 16 beautifully illustrated birds are captured in flight, bringing nature’s beauty into your daily planning.
Once 2026 has passed, simply flip it over to reveal the full-colour artwork on the reverse—a timeless poster printed on premium 150gsm gloss, laminated on both sides for durability.
Key Features:
- Full 2026 Year at a Glance – Each block represents a day, with space for notes.
- Bilingual Design (English & Afrikaans) – Suitable for diverse users.
- Includes: Public holidays, school terms, moon phases & special observances.
- Reusable Surface: Write with the included dry-wipe pen and erase easily.
- Bonus 2027 Calendar – Located at the base for future planning.
- Premium Print Quality – Heavy-duty gloss laminated for durability.
- Locally Printed in South Africa – Supporting local artists & craftsmanship.
- Sustainable Alternative – No need to discard—keep the artwork for years!
What’s in the Tube?
- 1 x Double-Sided Poster Planner (Featuring one of two Flight of Colour artworks)
- 1 x Dry-Wipe Pen
- Shipped in a strong Protective Tube
Artwork Selection & Multiples:
- Even orders (e.g., 2, 4, 6 planners): Artworks are evenly split 50/50.
- Odd orders (e.g., 1, 3, 5 planners): You’ll receive an even split, plus a random selection for the extra planner.
🌍 A South African Favourite – The Only One of Its Kind!
Artwork 1
This is a stunning collection of 8 South African bird species: Finches, Lovebirds & Bee-eaters. These birds are known for their aerial insect-catching skills and striking colors.
- Top Left: Red-Headed Finch (Amadina erytrocephala) – Red head with speckled grey bodies.
- Bottom Right: Two Southern Carmine Bee-eaters (Merops nubicoides) – Two pinkish-red birds with turquoise throats.
- Middle Back: White-Fronted Bee-eater (Merops bullockoides) – Greenish bird with a white forehead and red throat.
- Middle Front: Blue-Cheeked Bee-eater (Merops persicus) – Greenish bird with blue markings near its beak.
- Top Right: Swallow-Tailed Bee-eater (Merops hirundineus) – Green bird with a long tail and yellowish throat.
- Bottom Right: Fischer’s Lovebird (Agapornis fischeri) – Small, bright green parrot with an orange head.
Artwork 2
This image features a striking mix of 8 South African birds: Rollers, Bishops, Swallows, Whydahs, Hoopoe, and Kingfishers, all captured in dynamic flight.
- Top Left: European Roller (Coracias garrulus) – The two large blue and brown birds in the upper left.
- Center Top: Yellow-Crowned Bishop (Euplectes afer) – Yellow & Black head, with black wings.
- Top Right: Pin-tailed Whydah (Vidua macroura) – Small songbird with long black tail feathers.
- Middle Right: Green-Winged Pytilia (Pytilia melba) – Multi-colored bird with a speckled body.
- Bottom Right Back: African Hoopoe (Upupa africana) – Distinctive bird with an orange crest, black and white wings, and a long curved beak.
- Bottom Right Front: Brown-Hooded Kingfisher (Halcyon albiventris) – Bird with a red beak and blue wing edges in the lower right.
- Bottom Left: White-Throated Swallow (Hirundo albigularis) – Blue wings with a red forehead and white underbelly.