Wallpaper - Pelican Stories

Our Pelican Stories wallpaper by Nathan Larson captures a quiet coastal moment, centering on a lone pelican resting on a weathered wooden post. The photographic composition balances the detailed, ruffled plumage of the bird against a softly blurred background of tall coastal grasses and calm water. Rendered in a warm sepia and taupe palette, the image carries a vintage character with subtle tonal transitions across the brown and neutral shades. Produced made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical surface structure, our mural wallpapers bring an understated natural presence to the room while remaining straightforward to hang.

In the room

We see this design working particularly well in a living room, bedroom, or home office where the photographic focal point has room to breathe. Because the pelican forms a clear vertical anchor surrounded by gentle negative space, it makes a distinctive feature wall behind a bed or sofa. On a wider, uninterrupted wall, the soft transition between the calm water and tall grasses can extend across the room without feeling visually heavy. In a study or lake house sitting area, the low-contrast neutral tones create a grounded backdrop that does not compete with daily life.

Styling it

We would pair this wallpaper with simple, organic interior elements that echo its coastal and rustic influences:

• Choose weathered or natural light wood furniture that complements the wooden post in the photograph.
• Use soft linen or textured cotton upholstery in muted taupe or off-white to maintain a light, balanced aesthetic.
• Keep wall decor on adjacent surfaces minimal to let the photographic composition remain the central visual focus.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is built around a palette of sepia, warm brown, taupe, and soft neutral tones. Around it, we recommend using warm off-whites, creamy beiges, or gentle stone grays on adjacent walls and woodwork. If you want to introduce a subtle contrast, muted olive tones or dark charcoal accents work well on trim or smaller decorative pieces, grounding the lighter neutral background without overwhelming the vintage photographic feel.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your specific wall dimensions. Custom sizing helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard rolls. Every design is printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure, and our wall murals are designed to be straightforward and simple to hang in any home.