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This calendar contains images of Brewster on Cape Cod by artist photographers, Janice Riley, Dennis Weeks and Julia Cumes. This year we are featuring stunning images of the alewife migrations by Janice Riley.
About the calendar format
The basic format remains unchanged - single sheets printed on one side, a center hole punched at the top for hanging and now a wire binding added for stability.
We are offering these delicate images on archival coated card stock for maximum image quality.
Note: Binding is NOT available for the 18×24 format.
More Options
note card set featuring this year’s images
large type
Also, you can purchase note cards for any of our more than 1,000 images by great artists from wonderful places.
And, you can purchase frameable prints of these images as well.
All images are copyright, Janice Riley, Dennis Weeks, Julia Cumes
A unique calendar of photographs engaging with the world as seen by photographer Julia Cumes.
Congratulations to Julia for being named “Artist of the Year” for 2024 by the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod.
This 2025 calendar includes a selection of some of the photographer's favorite photos and the stories behind them. Some of these stories are quite complex and sensitive, so we urge you to visit Julia’s website for more complete accounts and additional images.
About paper
This calendar measures 12 inches by 18 inches and has 14 individual sheets. It has a center hole punch at the top for convenient hanging.
It is certainly worthy of framing. If you want to frame your calendar we suggest that you let us know and we will OMIT THE HOLE PUNCH. It looks better that way.
It is printed on card stock coated for high quality inkjet printing, sometimes known as “giclee”. This is card stock that has been coated with a matte finish to optimize print quality from a wide format inkjet printer. The paper we use is 230 gsm, roughly equivalent to 80 pound cover.
All images and text are copyright, Julia Cumes
This calendar is a set of beautiful images by artists Anne Brown, Julia Cumes and Emily L. Ferguson as they explore Wellfleet on Cape Cod.
About paper
We recommend coated card stock for the highest print quality on a non-rag paper. This is card stock that has been coated with a matte finish to optimize print quality from a wide format inkjet printer. The paper we use is 230 gsm, roughly equivalent to 80 pound cover.
For a more robust paper, with a slight loss of quality, and an economy of pricing, we have three sizes available in heavy card stock, 271 gsm, or 100 pound cover. This paper will NOT curl. Robert estimates the image print quality on this paper at about 90% of coated card stock.
For giclee quality printing of your calendar we offer heavy rag paper as an option from Hahnemuehle, their Photo Rag, at 308 gsm or about 120 pound cover. This paper has a velvety surface and yields a print with presence.
We hope this is helpful. ~Robert
All images are copyright, named artists.
Note Cards
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope, and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose premium matte (aka coated card stock) or rag paper.
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope, and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose premium matte (aka coated card stock) or rag paper.
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope, and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose premium matte (aka coated card stock) or rag paper.
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope, and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose premium matte (aka coated card stock) or rag paper.
You can order a set of a dozen 4x6 or 5×7 note cards for the twelve images in the 2027 Chatham Calendar.
These note cards are printed on coated card stock for the highest print quality on a non-rag paper - Premium Matte. This is card stock that has been coated with a matte finish to optimize print quality from a wide format inkjet printer. The paper we use is 230 gsm, roughly equivalent to 80 pound cover.
This is a special price for the 12-image set.
~Robert
All images are copyright, Julia Cumes/Dennis Weeks
a set of 8 of Julia’s favorite Cape Cod note cards
“Fishing the Fire Sky” Sesuit, Dennis
“Wild Harvester” Wellfleet
“Dock at Dusk” Mill Pond, Chatham
“Drifting through Blue” Cape Cod
“Where the Light Ends” White Crest Beach, Wellfleet
“Cranberry Harvest”, Brewster
“Fading Traces” White Crest Beach, Wellfleet
“Golden Hour at MacMillan Pier” Provincetown
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
a set of 8 of Julia’s favorite Cape Cod note cards
“Bog Dog” Brewster
“Super Moon” Chatham
“Surfer” White Crest Beach, Wellfleet
“Nature’s Cathedral” Crosby Landing Beach, Brewster
“Where Light Meets Tide” Skaket Beach, Orleans
“Long Point Light” Provincetown
“Sunset at Blackfish Creek” Wellfleet
“Beach Dancer” Sunken Meadow Beach, Eastham
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Image copyright Julia Cumes
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Image copyright Julia Cumes
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Image copyright Julia Cumes
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Image copyright Julia Cumes
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Image copyright Julia Cumes
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Image copyright Julia Cumes
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Image copyright Julia Cumes
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Image copyright Julia Cumes
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Image copyright Julia Cumes
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Image copyright Julia Cumes
Cruising the Malecón, Havana, Cuba
Classic cars in bold colors cruise along Havana’s iconic Malecón, Cuban music spilling into the bright blue skies above. The rhythm of the city is everywhere--rolling on chrome wheels, carried on sea breeze and song.
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Tide and Time, Essaouira, Morocco
At the port in Essaouira, beached fishing vessels rest beneath a swirl of seagulls. I was struck by the stillness of the boats--temporarily grounded for repairs--against the constant motion of wings and wind along the Atlantic coast.
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
You can order a set of a dozen note cards for the twelve images in the Calendar.
These note cards are printed on coated card stock for the highest print quality on a non-rag paper. This is card stock that has been coated with a matte finish to optimize print quality from a wide format inkjet printer. The paper we use is 230 gsm, roughly equivalent to 80 pound cover.
This is a special price for the 12-image set.
~Robert
All images are copyright, Julia Cumes
You can order a set of a dozen 4x6 or 5×7 note cards for the twelve images in the 2026 Brewster Calendar.
These note cards are printed on coated card stock for the highest print quality on a non-rag paper. This is card stock that has been coated with a matte finish to optimize print quality from a wide format inkjet printer. The paper we use is 230 gsm, roughly equivalent to 80 pound cover.
This is a special price for the 12-image set.
~Robert
All images are copyright, named artists
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Image copyright Julia Cumes
Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Image copyright Julia Cumes
The hands of Alice, 105, and her twelve year-old great-grandniece lie intertwined on Alice’s lap. As their fingers knit together, it felt like I was witnessing the intertwining of generations, the passing down of stories and love. Alice’s tales of her journey from Cape Verde to the United States, her resilience despite hardship and loss, resonated deeply. Through my lens, I felt the weight of history and the enduring power of family bonds.Note cards are printed personally in Robert Manz Studio, folded, inserted in a clear plastic sleeve, along with a quality cream-colored envelope. The card is blank inside and has the location information printed on the back.
The sizes available are 4”x6” and 5”x7” folded.
You can choose coated card stock or rag paper.
Personal Statement by Julia Cumes concerning her work and her purpose:
As a photographer, I am passionate about storytelling and capturing real moments of human connection as well as expressive portraits. Having grown up in Apartheid-era South Africa under a repressive and racially discriminatory regime, I understood early on the power of photography to reveal truth, evoke empathy and catalyze change. Perhaps because of this, I believe in using photography as a tool for engaging in dialog about the complex issues facing our society today, including climate change, gender inequality, and more. My favorite projects have been focused on women and the struggles they face around the world as well as wildlife conservation and I've worked on stories with these themes both locally and internationally.
Over the course of my career, I've photographed for a wide range of magazines, newspapers, humanitarian and wildlife rescue organizations, businesses and private clients. I've found myself witnessing and capturing the aftermath of some of our most dramatic natural disasters including Hurricane Katrina, the 2004 Tsunami, multiple wildfires in California, the dramatic floods of Kentucky, Cape Town's water crisis and more. My work has appeared in publications such as the Boston Globe and New York Times and as well as a variety of other national and regional publications. Among my awards, I've received a Cape Cod Arts foundation Fellowship, an Art Within Reach grant and an Alexia Foundation student grant and my work has been exhibited locally and nationally.
While I completed a B.A. at Brandeis University, an M.F.A. in writing at Cornell University, a Masters in Photojournalism at Syracuse University’s Newhouse School, most of what I've learned has been from being out in the field, listening to the stories of people I've been lucky enough to meet and photograph. I particularly loved my time teaching photography to teenagers in Rwanda and tribal Samburu Women at the On'gan Women's Cooperative in Kenya as well as photography workshops in Cuba and Greece.
As a photographer, I’ve had the opportunity to travel widely and explore many cultures and communities through my work. Having this unique and privileged access to other lives and cultures, I try to always be respectful in my approach, capturing a sense of place and moment and conveying the humanity of the people I’m photographing. I strive to present viewers with a version of the world they may not otherwise get to see and engage them in a dialog about this extraordinary, beautiful and complex world we live in.
A unique calendar of photographs engaging with the world as seen by photographer Julia Cumes.
This 2026 calendar includes a selection of some of the photographer's favorite photos and the stories behind them and includes images from her recent visit to Namidia. Some of these stories are quite complex and sensitive, so we urge you to visit Julia’s website for more complete accounts and additional images.
In 2024 Julia was named “Artist of the Year” by the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod.
About paper
This calendar is printed on card stock coated for high quality inkjet printing, sometimes known as “giclee”. This is card stock that has been coated with a matte finish to optimize print quality from a wide format inkjet printer. The paper we use is 230 gsm, roughly equivalent to 80 pound cover.
All images and text are copyright, Julia Cumes