Wallpaper - In The Curl I

Our In The Curl I wallpaper, created by Chris Paschke, captures the fluid power of an ocean wave through sweeping watercolor washes and fine, expressive brushstrokes. What we particularly like about this design is the balance between the deep indigo and aquamarine tones in the barrel of the wave and the softer, frothy white cresting above. The composition carries a dynamic sense of motion while maintaining an airy, open feel across the wall. Printed made-to-measure on our PVC-free paper with a subtle paper structure, our wall murals bring an artistic seascape character into modern living spaces.

In the room

Because of the sweeping horizontal movement and generous scale of the wave, we see this design working beautifully on a wide, uninterrupted accent wall. In a spacious bathroom or a dedicated meditation space, the fluid blue gradients create an expansive, serene focal point that draws the eye across the entire room. We would position the mural wallpaper where the full arch of the wave can be seen without being heavily obscured by tall storage units or heavy shelving. Placing low furniture along the lower wash of the wave allows the sweeping motion and cresting details to remain fully visible.

Styling it

The organic flow of the watercolor pairs naturally with contemporary and coastal-inspired interiors. We would balance the expressive aquatic motif with understated, grounded furniture:

• Natural, light-toned woods such as bleached ash or white oak complement the breezy coastal tones without competing with the blue pigments.
• Soft linen upholstery and unbleached cotton textiles in crisp off-white or sand tones reflect the cresting foam and keep the surrounding decor light.
• Matte white ceramics or brushed silver accents echo the fluid, breezy atmosphere while keeping the overall styling refined.

Colour combinations

The palette within our wallpaper centres on layered aquamarine, seafoam, cool slate, and deep ocean blue, contrasted by foamy white washes. When painting adjoining walls or choosing larger fixtures, soft chalky whites, pale sky tones, or subtle sandy neutrals work well to let the blue mural remain the clear hero of the room. If you prefer a richer, more enveloping feel, pulling out the deeper navy from the wave’s hollow for trim, baseboards, or a statement vanity creates a striking, tonal transition.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce made-to-measure wallpapers tailored specifically to your wall dimensions, helping to reduce unnecessary excess compared to purchasing standard rolls. Our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that lends depth to artistic designs. Engineered to be straightforward to hang, our wall murals offer an accessible way to transform residential interiors.