Wallpaper - Time Lapse I

In our Time Lapse I wallpaper by Cheryl Warrick, abstract shapes and layered painterly textures come together in an expressive collage composition. Organic forms and gestural oil paint marks give the motif a sense of movement and visual history, balanced by grounding earthy brown tones and crisp white accents. The fluid rhythm and varied visual scale create a distinct focal point on the wall without feeling rigid. Made to measure on our PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this design brings contemporary abstract art directly into your interior.

In the room

We see Time Lapse I working especially well on an uninterrupted feature wall where the full collage composition has space to unfold. In a living room or behind a dining table, the interplay of earthy tones and bold white shapes creates an immediate artistic anchor. Because the repeat feels fluid and painterly rather than strictly geometric, it also sits comfortably across a study, home office, or a quiet library wall. In a hallway or entryway, the shifting scale of the abstract forms introduces visual interest as you move past, while in a spacious bedroom, placing it behind a low headboard lets the upper layers of the artwork carry the room.

Styling it

To let the expressive character of the artwork take centre stage, we would pair this design with furniture that has clean, grounded silhouettes and understated finishes.

Warm wood pieces, such as mid-toned timber dining tables or credenzas, echo the natural warmth of the brown palette. Low-profile seating in neutral textured upholstery provides balance without competing against the painterly marks. When introducing decorative accents, we recommend keeping forms simple and sculptural, choosing matte ceramics or understated dark metal lighting to complement the contemporary art-led feel.

Colour combinations

The palette within this wallpaper is built on deep earthy browns, warm neutral undertones, and striking bright white accents.

When choosing paint colours for adjoining walls and architectural trim, soft off-white or light stone tones help highlight the paler collage elements while keeping the room bright. For a richer, more enveloping atmosphere, drawing out the deeper brown tones on surrounding woodwork, built-in shelving, or interior doors creates a coherent and grounded setting. Subdued clay and warm terracotta accents in soft furnishings also harmonise naturally with the artwork's undertones.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce all of our wallpapers made to measure based on your specific wall dimensions. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with buying standard rolls.

Our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure. They are designed to be simple and easy to hang, providing flexible wall mural options to suit different rooms, needs, and homes.