2026
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The 2026 Fujian Culture Calendar is not merely a record of time, but a modern reinterpreation of the culture of China's Fujian region and a creative companion to young people. Centered on "contemporary integration of folk art and folk customs", the calendar establishes emotional bonds between Generation Z and traditional culture through original characters, symbolic narratives, and unique color palettes.
Organized by month, the calendar includes different cultural themes such as Putian lanterns, cut porcelain carving, puppetry, parade of the gods, and mooncake gambling, transforming the rich heritage of Fujian into an accessible and visually engaging diary. Original soft and adorable characters and personification techniques—such as an interesting dialogue between a She ethnic girl and modern artist Henri Matisse's work Dance— depart from traditional visual expressions, catering to Generation Z's aesthetic pursuit of "rejecting mediocrity".
A "Fujian color palette" with symbolic meaning is extracted from local natural and cultural elements: Fuchuan (a "lucky" ship) indigo, Tulou rammed-earth yellow, coral tree flower red, Xunpu orange, and more. These colors carry regional symbolism but also resonate with contemporary aesthetics through bold contrasts, making cultural symbols memorable in communication.
As a healing cultural product under the ByTheBy brand, the calendar serves as both a narrative of Fujian culture and a companion to modern young people. Each month focuses on a distinct Fujian theme—from Spring Festival customs like Putian lanterns in January to maritime culture in December—covering solar terms, folk traditions, and intangible cultural heritage, thus allowing young people to learn Fujian culture through daily interaction. This innovative calendar preserves and disseminates regional culture, combining aesthetic value with social significance and showcasing the contribution of cultural products in cultural communication.
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Mountain View Group, Ltd.
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Video - Products
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United States
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NBCUniversal
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Social Media - Storytelling
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United States
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Orbit Dot Limited
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Outstanding Agency Awards - Outstanding PR Agency
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Hong Kong SAR
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IMGE
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Outstanding Agency Awards - Outstanding Innovative Agency
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United States