by Yvette Depaepe
Published the 24th of December 2025

Heartfelt Christmas wishes from our founders, Ralf Stelander and Jacob Jovelou,
and all crew members.

'Merry Chrstimas’ by Magdalena Wasiczek

Christmas arrives each year not only as a celebration, but as a pause, a moment in time when light becomes more precious, silence more meaningful, and connection more deeply felt. Across cultures and centuries, this season has gathered layers of tradition, symbolism, and human longing, making it one of the most emotionally resonant moments of the year.

Christmas is seen by 1x as both a story and a feeling, one that has been shaped
by history, art, and shared human experience.

A Few Timeless Christmas Facts

Christmas, as we know it today, is a tapestry woven from many cultures:

• The date of December 25 was chosen centuries ago, aligning with ancient winter solstice festivals that celebrated the return of light after the darkest days of the year.
• Evergreen trees, now central to Christmas décor, were once symbols of life and endurance during long winters, long before they became festive centerpieces.
• Candlelight and later electric lights represent hope and guidance—an artistic metaphor still deeply embedded in holiday imagery and photography.
• Carols and songs, originally sung outdoors, were meant to bring warmth and unity to communities during cold winter nights.
• Gift-giving evolved as a gesture of generosity and remembrance, reflecting the belief that meaning often lies not in abundance, but in thoughtfulness.

These traditions remind us that Christmas has always been about more than celebration—it is about reassurance, continuity, and shared light.

Christmas Through the Eyes of Art

Artists have long been drawn to the atmosphere of Christmas: the soft contrast of light and shadow, the quiet of snow, the intimacy of interior scenes. Winter strips the world back to essentials, allowing emotion and form to speak more clearly.

Photographers, in particular, find poetry in this season—the glow of a single window at dusk, empty streets under falling snow, reflections that feel both fragile and eternal. Christmas invites us to see not just what is present, but what is felt.

Our heartfelt Christmas wishes for all of you

• May your days be filled with gentle light, even in moments of darkness.
• May you find beauty in stillness, and comfort in quiet reflection.
• May your gatherings be sincere, whether shared with many or with few.
• May creativity find you unannounced, in small moments that matter most.
• And may kindness—given and received—be the true gift you carry forward.

A Season That Connects Us All

Christmas reminds us that while the world may change, certain human needs remain constant: warmth, hope, belonging, and meaning. Across languages, borders, and beliefs, the season continues to unite us through shared symbols and simple truths.

We wish you a Christmas filled with peace, inspiration, and moments worth remembering—moments that, like great art, linger long after the season has passed.

 
Warmest Christmas wishes from the entire 1x family.
May your days be bright, your art be bold, and your heart be full.

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