Cuteness Is Breaking Loose: The CameraStuff and Sandton SPCA 2027 Calendar
We could not be prouder of this one. CameraStuff teamed up with the Sandton SPCA to help create their 2027 rescue-pet calendar, and we supplied the colourful seamless paper backdrops that made the whole thing pop. The result is 12 months of adorable rescue dogs and cats, all shot against bright, bold colour, with every purchase going straight back to caring for animals in need.
The theme says it all: Cuteness Is Breaking Loose in 2027. Here is the story behind the shoot, the paper colours we provided, the talented photographer who brought it to life, and where you can get your own copy to support a wonderful cause.
Support the Sandton SPCABehind the Scenes: Cuteness Breaking Loose
The Calendar Launch
The Big Idea: Pets Bursting Through the Paper
A calendar full of rescue animals is lovely on its own, but the team wanted something with a bit more personality, something that captured how much life and energy these pets have. So the concept was born: what if the animals looked like they were literally breaking out of the page?
That is exactly what we did. Each of our seamless paper backdrops was torn open, and the dogs and cats poked their heads and paws through the hole, as if they were bursting straight out of the colour and into 2027. Set against three punchy paper shades, the effect is playful, full of character, and impossible not to smile at. It turns a simple portrait into a moment of pure joy, which is exactly the spirit of a rescue calendar.
Breaking through the Jacaranda Bloom Purple
Popping out of the Protea Passion Pink
Bursting through the Lwandle Blue. See the rest in the calendar!
Seamless paper is perfect for this kind of creative work. It gives a clean, even wash of colour with no distractions, so all the attention lands on the star of the shot, and because it comes on a large roll, there is plenty to play with, tear, and shape however a concept demands.
Cuteness Is Breaking Loose in 2027
Get ready for 12 months of irresistible rescue pets bursting onto every page. The Sandton SPCA 2027 Desk Calendar is packed with adorable faces, heartwarming stories, and plenty of personality. Best of all, every purchase helps provide care, shelter, and second chances to animals in need. It makes the perfect gift for friends, family, colleagues, or clients, and every page tells a story of rescue and love. Buy one, gift one, and help save lives.
Where to Get Your Calendar
The Sandton SPCA 2027 calendar comes in two formats, a desk calendar and an A3 wall calendar, both available through the Sandton SPCA directly. You can follow along and find the latest ordering details on their Instagram page. All proceeds go directly toward helping vulnerable animals, so it is a gift that gives twice: a bit of daily cuteness on your desk or wall, and real support for rescue work behind the scenes.
The 2027 desk calendar
The 2027 A3 wall calendar
Support the Sandton SPCA and share the joy, because every animal deserves a happy ending.
Behind the Scenes
The Colours We Provided
Three bold shades from our CameraStuff seamless paper backdrop range, each 2.70 x 10m.
Jacaranda Bloom Purple
A rich, warm purple inspired by Jacaranda season.
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Protea Passion Pink
A warm, cheerful pink named for South Africa's protea.
View colourAll three come from our locally named CameraStuff seamless paper backdrop range, which you can browse in full on our paper backdrops page. Whether you are shooting portraits, product, or a creative concept of your own, a roll of seamless paper is one of the simplest ways to add clean, bold colour to a set.
Praise the Photographer
None of this magic happens without a brilliant photographer behind the camera. The 2027 calendar was shot by Nadia Koegelenberg of Moonrise Creative Studio, who captured every wagging tail, curious whisker, and cheeky head-through-the-paper moment with real warmth and skill. Working with rescue animals takes patience and a good eye, and Nadia brought both in spades.
Go show her some love and see more of her work on Instagram and at moonrisecreativestudio.com.
An Awesome Videographer
A big shout-out too to Morgan Knuist, who captured all the behind-the-scenes footage of the shoot, including the two clips at the top of this page. Getting energetic rescue pets on video is no small task, and Morgan caught all the fun, chaos, and character of the day beautifully.
Follow Morgan and see more work on Instagram at @evalinemotion.
Proud to Support Local Rescue
Projects like this are exactly why we love what we do. Providing the backdrops for the Sandton SPCA calendar let us put our gear to work for a cause that matters, and it was a genuine pleasure to see our paper become the stage for so many happy endings. A huge thank you to the Sandton SPCA team and to Nadia for making it all come together.
If you would like to support the shelter, grab a calendar, share it with a friend, and help give more animals the second chance they deserve.
A Note From the Author
If this shoot leaves you with one thought, let it be this: give senior dogs a chance. They deserve a family and a warm home for their golden years, just as much as any puppy does, and often more.
Calendar and Collaboration FAQs
Where can I buy the Sandton SPCA 2027 calendar?
The 2027 calendar comes as a desk calendar and an A3 wall calendar, both available through the Sandton SPCA. Check their website and Instagram for the latest on how to order, and remember that all proceeds go toward caring for animals in need.
What backdrops were used in the shoot?
We provided three colours from our CameraStuff seamless paper backdrop range: No.29 Jacaranda Bloom Purple, No.06 Lwandle Blue, and No.49 Protea Passion Pink. Each roll is 2.70 x 10m, and the paper was torn so the pets could pop their heads through.
Who photographed the calendar?
The calendar was shot by Nadia Koegelenberg of Moonrise Creative Studio. You can see more of her work on Instagram and at moonrisecreativestudio.com.
Can I get the same paper backdrops?
Yes. All three colours are part of our standard range, available from the CameraStuff paper backdrops page, along with many other shades. They are a simple, affordable way to add clean, bold colour to any shoot.
How does buying the calendar help?
All proceeds from the calendar go directly to the Sandton SPCA, supporting the care, shelter, and rehoming of vulnerable animals. Buying one, or gifting one, is a small purchase that makes a real difference to rescue work.
Conrad Knuist
Head of Marketing and Photography Specialist
Conrad Knuist is Head of Marketing and Photography Specialist at CameraStuff, South Africa's specialist camera and lighting retailer. With over 18 years of hands-on experience across portrait, event, and commercial photography, Conrad has worked with countless creatives and causes across the country. He is passionate about putting good gear behind good stories, and about supporting the local community wherever CameraStuff can help.
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