Wallpaper - In The Motion

Created by Chris Paschke, our In The Motion wallpaper captures the dynamic sweep of a breaking ocean wave through expressive watercolor and painted-looking visual textures. The composition builds from soft, misty washes along the upper sky into a dramatic crest of sea foam, blending cool aquamarine, cerulean, and deeper ocean blues. What we particularly appreciate about this mural wallpaper is the balance between fluid movement and subtle painted detail, giving the sea a tranquil, artistic presence on the wall. Produced made to measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this design brings an open, coastal atmosphere to contemporary interiors.

In the room

Because the wave has a distinct crest and directional sweep across the width of the image, we find it works best on a wider, uninterrupted feature wall where the full arc of the water has room to breathe. In a meditation room, quiet home retreat, or vacation home living area, placing the wallpaper along the main focal wall creates an expansive, tranquil backdrop that draws the eye across the room. It also brings a fresh, serene aesthetic to a bathroom or dressing area when positioned opposite an entryway or behind a freestanding vanity. In spaces with generous natural light, the subtle blue transitions and painted crest details stand out with clarity.

Styling it

The artistic, organic motion of the seascape pairs naturally with contemporary and organic modern interiors. We suggest keeping surrounding furniture low-profile and relatively minimal so the wall mural remains the primary visual focal point. Light, natural wood finishes such as bleached ash or white oak complement the ocean tones without introducing competing warmth. For textiles, crisp white or pale sand linens enhance the coastal atmosphere, while matte white ceramics and simple glass accents reflect the airy, sea-foam feel of the artwork.

Colour combinations

The palette is built around cool, oceanic tones, including soft aquamarine, deep sea blue, and frothy white highlights. To create a cohesive look, we recommend pairing this design with adjacent walls painted in crisp chalk white, soft sea salt, or pale cool grey. If you prefer deeper contrast, muted slate or navy on surrounding trim or cabinetry can anchor the lighter tones in the wave.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made to measure based on the specific dimensions of your wall. This approach helps reduce unnecessary excess material compared with buying standard fixed-size rolls. We produce all our designs on PVC-free wallpaper with a subtle physical structure in the paper, creating an authentic finish that is straightforward to hang in any home.