We LEGO fans remain captivated by the intricate photography and artwork that graced classic LEGO boxes and catalogues.
As a youngin’, how many hours did yer while away gazing upon that beautiful imagery? Longing to posses those seemingly large and unaffordable sets?
And as adult, how many hours do yer spend now?
A Lasting Phenomenon
LEGO set designers Niels Milan Pedersen and Jens Nygaard Knudsen brought their creations to life through intricate dioramas.
A sample of LEGO marketing collateral produced during the early 90s
While advertising visionary Christian Faber and photographer Wesley of Portobello Road Studio captured their magic in stunning visual media.
So compelling was their execution, almost four decades later, LEGO fans still marvel at the materials they produced.
Artwork for 6286 Skulls Eye Schooner used on the front of its box
Some fans even dare to emulate the style themselves — paying homage to the golden age of LEGO advertising…
This be thar front cov-arrrrr
Mariusz writes:
From a post in the :
Hey everyone! 👋
I just had to share the result of a project that’s been eating up countless hours of my life over the last few years.Calendars! Featuring sets from the 80s and 90s ✨
All the Classic LEGO Pirate sub-themes are there
Mariusz continues:
📅 There are already 5 different designs out, with over 50 unique artworks! 🎨
There’s also a calendar dedicated to pirate fans 🏴☠️, which you can see below 😃
Even the undead sub theme nobody knows about…
Mariusz continues:
Yes, it’s possible to order a copy for €17 – just send me a PM! 🙂
Aye, that’s right – you can procure own yer own calendar!
How To Order
Steve does not ship them, nor is Mariusz is not a merchant with an online store, so yer’ll must contact him via .
LEGO Pirates and Soldiers could be hangin’ from yer wall next year!
Not Just Pirates
Mariusz has lovingly created calendars for other Classic LEGO themes… Castle, Space and Town be there!
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- Castle
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- Space
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- Town
And if yer dig a little deeper, yer’ll find pages for Western, Adventurers and Trains.
Explore his for the complete range of calendars.
What Do Yer Think?
Do these artworks evoke the nostalgia of the LEGO catalogues and box art from the Classic-Themes era?
Put King Kahuka in your kitchen!
Will yer be claimin’ yer very own LEGO Pirates 2026 Calendar?
Whether yer be plannin’ raids or burying treasure this be the finest chronolog to grace yer wall!
Blast yer vocals in the and let the crew know — will yer be joinin’ the calendar conquest?
