Our story
Sidelane CreateClub began as a small meetup for print designers who loved the tactile joy of calendars—paper textures, date grids, and the ritual of turning a new month. We turned years of studio experience into a practical course system that helps creators publish calendars without guesswork.
Mission
Empower independent designers to plan, design, and ship wall calendars that are beautiful, usable, and sustainable—financially and environmentally.
- Practical, project-first lessons
- Clear critique and warm community
- Production know-how that avoids costly mistakes
Team
Mara Quinn — Creative Director
Print designer with 12+ years in editorial and branding. Teaches grid systems, hierarchy, and calendar usability.
Isaac Chen — Production Lead
Prepress specialist. Loves color management, coatings, and binding that keeps pages flat on the wall.
Nova Patel — Community Coach
Moderates critiques and hosts monthly portfolio reviews so members progress with supportive accountability.
How we teach
Each course ends with a milestone—printable draft, preflighted PDF, or vendor quote—so your calendar moves steadily to release.