Sadly this series of "self-printed" calendars and plant posters is a prototype only.
The creative behind this gem, Oscar Diaz, came up with the self-printing concept when he realized he could control the release of ink.
I totally love these; they are really, really different. Personally, I think we should all campaign for Oscar to come up with a advent calendar along the same lines and, dare I say it, come up with a non-tacky version.
Self-Printing Calendars
Oscar Diaz's Ink Calendar Prints Itself
Trend Themes
1. Self-printing Products - Opportunity for disruptive innovation by creating other self-printing products with controlled ink release.
2. Controlled Ink Release - Disruptive innovation potential by applying controlled ink release in various applications beyond calendars and posters.
3. Non-tacky Advent Calendar - Opportunity for disruptive innovation by reimagining and creating a non-tacky version of the traditional advent calendar.
Industry Implications
1. Print Industry - Opportunity for disruptive innovation by integrating self-printing technology into the print industry.
2. Home Decor Industry - Disruptive innovation potential in the home decor industry by developing self-printing artworks and posters.
3. Stationery Industry - Opportunity for disruptive innovation by introducing self-printing calendars and related products in the stationery industry.