Fresh Desktop Artwork for June 2024

As another month rolls around, our long-running desktop wallpaper series returns with a fresh batch of free artwork. For over 13 years, this monthly series has invited designers and artists to step away from their usual routines and craft original calendar wallpapers for the community. This June is no exception, offering a new collection of imaginative designs to celebrate the start of summer.

Every wallpaper featured below was created independently by its artist, with complete creative freedom and no imposed themes. As always, each design comes in two versions — one with a calendar marking June 2024 and one without — and is available in a range of screen resolutions to fit most displays. A few standout favorites from previous years have also been pulled from the archives as a bonus.

If you're a designer yourself, keep in mind that submissions are open for future editions of the series, and your work could be featured in an upcoming monthly roundup.

To browse the full collection, simply click on any image for a larger preview, then download the version that matches your screen resolution from the links provided.

Kitten

Design Studio from India kicks things off with a playful animal portrait. The artwork pairs a cute kitten with the "June 2024" text in a cheerful, illustrative style — a light and friendly way to greet the new month.

Kitten

Celebrate National Tropic Day

PopArt Studio from Serbia brings a vibrant celebration of all things tropical. "Today, let's dive into the lush wonders of the tropics! From breathtaking landscapes to tantalizing flavors, National Tropic Day is a celebration of all things tropical. Join us in honoring the vibrant cultures and biodiversity that make these regions so unique. Get ready to embark on a tropical adventure!"

This design is available in a wide variety of resolutions, from mobile-friendly options like 320x480 and 640x480 up to full HD widescreen formats including 1920x1080, and extends to ultra-wide 2560x1440. Both calendar and no-calendar variants are offered at each size.

All-Seeing Eye

Ricardo Gimenes from Sweden contributes a more artistic and enigmatic piece with the "All-Seeing Eye." The design offers a distinct visual departure from the summer themes and adds a touch of mystery to the desktop lineup.

All-Seeing Eye

All files are free to download, and clicking the preview image for each entry will give you a closer look at the detail within each artwork. Happy June, and we look forward to seeing even more creative additions to this collection in the weeks to come.

River Views and Green Scenes

Veronica Valenzuela Jimenez of Spain takes a trip to the Grand Canyon of Colorado this month. Her design captures the beauty of the landscape and its sunsets, offering a scenic desert escape as summer begins.

Grand Canyon In June

Download options for “Grand Canyon In June”:

Ricardo Gimenes, hailing from Sweden, contributes “Splash,” a vibrant design that pairs well with the summer heat and is available in a broader range of resolutions.

Splash

Philippe Brouard of France interprets June's peak photosynthesis season with an imaginative piece called “What Is Green.” The abstract composition looks like a strange green structure seen through an electronic microscope, exploring the vibrancy of plants in the north.

What Is Green

Available formats for “What Is Green”:

Nostalgia, Bikes, and the Coming Season

Designer Ricardo Gimenes from Sweden channels retro vibes with “Back In My Days.” The wallpaper is available with or without a calendar.

Back In My Days

PopArt Studio from Serbia celebrates World Bike Day with “Create Your Own Path,” a prompt to explore your local area on two wheels and share the ride with others.

Create Your Own Path

Seasonal Color Palettes

Kate Jameson of the United States shares “Summer Coziness,” a vibrant composition inspired by watermelon and strawberries. “I’ve waited for this summer more than I waited for any other summer since I was a kid,” she says.

Summer Coziness

From Croatia, Antun Hirsman delivers pure escapism with “Summer Surf,” capturing the seasonal mood in a simple visual statement.

Summer Surf

French designer Nathalie Ouederni offers a fruit-forward theme with “Strawberry Fields.”

Strawberry Fields

Summer-Themed Wallpapers That Bring June to Life

Our June wallpaper collection continues with designs that blend whimsy, celebration, and the playful energy of the season. Below are a few standout pieces from designers who have drawn inspiration from summer's promise of leisure and adventure.

Deep Dive

“Summer rains, sunny days, and a whole month to enjoy. Dive deep inside your passions and let them guide you.” — Designed by Ana Masnikosa from Belgrade, Serbia.

Deep Dive

For the full preview and a wide range of resolutions without a calendar, click here. Download sizes span from 320x480 to 2560x1440.

Join The Wave

“The month of warmth and nice weather is finally here. We found inspiration in the World Oceans Day which occurs on June 8th and celebrates the wave of change worldwide. Join the wave and dive in!” — Designed by PopArt Studio from Serbia.

Join The Wave

Find the high-res preview and multiple screen sizes, from 320x480 up to 2560x1440, by viewing the preview.

Summer Party

Designed by Ricardo Gimenes from Sweden.

Summer Party

Access the full preview and download a version without a calendar, available from 640x480 to 3840x2160, here.

Oh, The Places You Will Go!

“In celebration of high school and college graduates ready to make their way in the world!” — Designed by Bri Loesch from the United States.

Oh The Places You Will Go

See the design in full and select from a set of sizes ranging from 320x480 to 2560x1440 via its preview page.

Ice Creams Away!

“Summer is taking off with some magical ice cream hot air balloons.” — Designed by Sasha Endoh from Canada.

Ice Creams Away!

For a closer look and a variety of wallpaper dimensions, spanning from 320x480 to 2560x1440, check the preview file.

Xenia Latii, a designer based in Germany, contributes a playful carousel scene for June. The design is bright and whimsical, capturing the carefree spirit of a summer fairground.

Merry-go-round
  • Preview
  • Without calendar: available in sizes from 320x480 to 2560x1440, including standard resolutions such as 1280x800, 1920x1080, and 1920x1200.

Feline Companions

Designer Karen Frolo from the United States presents a tribute to cats, inspired by a lifelong familiarity with them. The artwork reflects on their dual nature—playful one moment, aloof the next. Frolo includes a gentle nudge toward pet adoption for those who have room in their lives.

Nine Lives!
  • Preview
  • Without calendar: offered in a range from 1024x768 to 2560x1440, with an additional square 1024x1024 option.

Longest Day

James Mitchell from the United Kingdom captures the significance of June 21—the summer solstice and the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. The design serves as a reminder that after this date, sunsets arrive a little earlier each day. A dramatic sunset scene illustrates this turning point in the season.

Solstice Sunset
  • Preview
  • Without calendar: available in PNG format from 1280x720 up to a high-resolution 2880x1800.

Journey Ahead

PopArt Studio from Serbia animates the excitement of summer travel. Their concept is rooted in the anticipation felt while waiting at an airport, with daydreams of destinations to come. The design is a wish for pleasant journeys, posing a question to the viewer about their own summer plans.

Travel Time
  • Preview
  • Without calendar: available in the widest range, from small 320x480 screens up to 2560x1440, covering all typical display sizes in between.

Bauhaus Tribute

Anne Korfmacher from Germany created a screenprint celebrating one of Mies van der Rohe’s most famous works for this wallpaper. The Barcelona Pavilion is the subject, rendered as a June desktop backdrop.

It’s Bauhaus Year

Tropical Pop

Brooke Glaser’s illustrations tend toward the fun and feminine, and this month’s submission leans into juicy tropical pineapples to mark the start of summer. The Honolulu-based designer’s wallpaper is bright and playful, made for warmer days ahead.

Pineapple Summer Pop

A Cooling Treat

Swedish designer Ricardo Gimenes offers a graphic take on a seasonal favorite with this simple, colorful composition.

Melting Away

Cats at the Window

Kevin van Geloven’s wallpaper is a photo of his own cats looking outside — a nod to the many countries that observe Children’s Day in June. “The cats are like kids, they always want to play and love to be outside! Also, most kids love cats!”

The Kids Looking Outside

Wallpapers To Wrap Up June

Dorvan Davoudi from Canada offers a motivational summer scene. “It’s summer! Go out, explore, expand your horizons!”

Expand Your Horizons

Downloads: preview or without calendar in 800x480, 800x600, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440.

Tatiana Anagnostaki from Greece celebrates the start of the season with a frozen treat. “For me, June always marks the beginning of summer! The best way to celebrate summer is of course ice cream, what else?”

Ice cream June

Downloads: preview or without calendar in 1024x768, 1280x1024, 1440x900, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440.

Tommy Digiovanni from the United States processes a holiday memory through a retro lens. “Photo from a recent trip to Jamaica edited to give a retro look and feel.”

Sunset In Jamaica — Preview

Downloads: preview or without calendar in 320x480, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1680x1050, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 2560x1440.

Melissa Bogemans from Belgium spreads cheer with pink birds. “I love flamingos! They give me a happy feeling that I want to share with the world.”

Flamingood Vibes Only

Downloads: preview or without calendar in 320x480, 640x480, 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440.

Philippe Brouard from France draws an abstract textile effect. “I made multiple circles overlapping with close distances. The overall drawing looks like a clothing texture, for something you could wear in coming summer. Let’s have a nice summer.”

Knitting For Summer

Downloads: preview or without calendar in 800x480, 1024x768, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 2560x1440, 2880x1800.