Wallpaper - Ray Day I

A group of spotted eagle rays glides through clear ocean water in this undersea photographic wallpaper, captured by Max Blakesberg Studios. The composition places one ray prominently in the foreground, showing the intricate white patterned spots across its dark back and the dynamic curve of its wing, while the rest of the school moves gracefully across the turquoise blue water and pale sandy seafloor below. Printed to your specific wall dimensions on PVC-free material with a subtle paper structure, this design brings an open, immersive underwater atmosphere to any interior.

In the room

We see this photographic mural working particularly well on a wide, uninterrupted wall where the full expanse of the open water and the movement of the rays have room to unfold. In a living room or bedroom, positioning the wallpaper behind a lower sofa or bed frame keeps the detailed foreground ray and the sweeping horizontal movement of the school fully visible. It also suits a bathroom or poolhouse setting, where the cool ocean blue tones naturally complement the space. Because the upper half of the composition is dominated by open water and light, it maintains a light visual feel even across a substantial wall area.

Styling it

To balance the graphic spotted patterns of the rays and the vivid turquoise water, we would keep the surrounding furniture clean-lined and understated. Contemporary pieces in light, neutral tones allow the photographic detail of the ocean to take center stage without visual clutter.

• Pair with light oak or pale ash furniture to reflect the soft, sandy tones found across the lower portion of the image.
• Choose smooth, matte surfaces and simple silhouettes for shelving and seating so the room feels open and uncluttered.
• Introduce understated textiles in soft off-white or pale stone to harmonize with the light filtering through the water.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is anchored by deep ocean blue, clear turquoise, crisp white speckles, and the pale sandy grey of the seabed. To build a cohesive palette around it, we suggest using soft off-white, light warm grey, or muted sand on adjoining walls and trim. If you want to draw out the deeper tones of the rays, dark charcoal or deep navy accents in cushions or hardware provide a sharp, grounded contrast without competing with the vibrant blues of the water.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess material. We produce our wall murals on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical structure, designed to be straightforward and easy to hang in any home.