Wallpaper - Single Sardine I

Our Single Sardine I wallpaper by Kate Jarvik Birch places a single, vividly illustrated fish against a soft salmon pink backdrop. The painted motif features scales in shimmering blue, green, and silver tones, balanced by brownish-red accents on the tail and a large, expressive eye. Detailed spots across the body lend a painterly depth and texture to the composition, turning a classic coastal subject into a distinctive graphic statement. Made to measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical surface structure, this design brings a playful yet refined artistic presence to an accent wall.

In the room

We see this wall mural working particularly well in dining rooms, kitchens, or a powder room where its bold singular subject can serve as a conversation piece. Because the design centers around one large illustrative form rather than a repeating pattern, we would give it an uninterrupted wall area, such as above a dining banquette or facing the entrance of a compact space. In smaller rooms like a powder room, the generous pink background envelops the area in warmth while the cool tones of the fish create an instant visual focal point.

Styling it

The playful graphic character and 1970s coastal influence pair naturally with both contemporary and eclectic interiors. We would balance the expressive painted artwork with clean, structured furniture shapes, such as a round dining table or simple cabinetry. Mid-toned wood and painted furniture complement the warm salmon background nicely, while unlacquered brass or chrome accents echo the cool silver and metallic-looking tones in the fish scales. Keeping large surrounding textiles neutral allows the character of the mural to remain front and center.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is built on a soft salmon pink base with shimmering blue, green, silver, and brownish-red accents in the sardine. For adjacent walls and architectural trim, creamy off-whites or muted blush tones create a cohesive, wrap-around atmosphere. If you prefer more contrast, deep olive green or navy accents on cabinetry, dining chairs, or trim will pick up the cool tones within the scales and ground the lighter background.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper. Every order is printed on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure, designed to be straightforward and simple to hang in your home.