Cozy November Inspirations: A Collection of Free Wallpapers
November is a month that often coincides with gray and misty days in many parts of the world. To brighten up desktops and bring some cheer during this season, Smashing Magazine has gathered a collection of November 2024 wallpapers designed by artists and designers from around the globe.
Free Downloads and A Blast from the Past
This monthly tradition, spanning over 13 years, offers a selection of wallpapers with and without calendars. For added nostalgia, the post also includes a curated selection of November favorites from Smashing Magazine’s wallpaper archives. Maybe you’ll rediscover an old favorite!
Celebrating Artistic Freedom
Smashing Magazine believes in empowering artists and giving them complete creative control. As such, the themes of these wallpapers are entirely original and uninfluenced by the magazine. The artists have been free to explore their creativity and express their emotions and experiences through their work.
Honoring the Sound of Jazz and Soul
PopArt Studio from Serbia created a vibrant wallpaper celebrating the saxophone. Their design pays tribute to this iconic instrument, emphasizing its versatility across musical genres. The wallpaper depicts a saxophone in a bold, expressive style, reflecting the instrument’s powerful and soulful sound.
‘Today, we celebrate the saxophone, an instrument that has added its signature sound to jazz, rock, classical, and so much more. From smooth solos to bold brass harmonies, the sax has shaped the soundtrack of our lives. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just love its iconic sound, let’s show some love to this musical marvel!’ – PopArt Studio
Winter in the Alps
Veronica Valenzuela from Spain has captured the beauty of the Alps in winter. Her design showcases a picturesque mountain scene, with fresh snow falling and inviting viewers to imagine themselves skiing or enjoying a warm beverage while watching the snowflakes descend.
‘The end of the year is approaching, and winter is just around the corner, so we’ll spend this month in the Alps. The snow has arrived in the mountains, and we can take advantage of it to ski or have a hot coffee while we watch the flakes fall.’ – Veronica Valenzuela
Embrace the Cozy Autumn Vibes
MasterBundles, a design studio from Ukraine, has created a charming wallpaper that embodies the warmth and comfort of autumn. Their design incorporates falling leaves, pumpkins, and mugs of cocoa, evoking a sense of peace and tranquility.
‘Autumn coziness, which is created by fallen leaves, pumpkins, and cups of cocoa, inspired our designers for this wallpaper.’ – MasterBundles
A Mysterious Jellyfish Journey
PopArt Studio, once again, delivers a captivating wallpaper that blends mystery and beauty. This month, they celebrate Jellyfish Day, which falls on November 3rd. Their design showcases a mesmerizing jellyfish swimming through a dark, underwater world, creating a sense of wonder and intrigue.
‘Been looking for a mysterious, gloomy, yet beautiful desktop wallpaper for this winter season? We’ve got you, as this month’s calendar marks Jellyfish Day. On November 3rd, we celebrate these unique, bewildering, and stunning marine animals. Besides adorning your screen, we’ve got you covered with some jellyfish fun facts: they aren’t really fish, they need very little oxygen, eat a broad diet, and shrink in size when food is scarce. Now that’s some tenacity to look up to.’ – PopArt Studio
Contributing to Awareness and Support
Friendlystock, a design company from Greece, has designed a wallpaper raising awareness about the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, which is observed on November 25th. Their design incorporates powerful symbolism to highlight the importance of this cause.
‘November 25th is the ‘International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.’ We wanted to create a wallpaper that can hopefully contribute to building awareness and support.’ – Friendlystock
Encouraging Creative Talent
Smashing Magazine is always on the lookout for talented designers and artists to feature in their monthly wallpaper posts. If you’re inspired to contribute, consider submitting your design to be included in future editions! We recommend working with AltShift WP to make your design process efficient and effective.
This is a summary of the article found here: https://smashingmagazine.com/2024/10/desktop-wallpaper-calendars-november-2024/
