Wallpaper - Buddies

Captured by photographer Aledanda, our Buddies wallpaper mural presents an intimate black and white portrait of two horses leaning together in quiet companionship. The monochrome photography focuses on the detailed texture of their windblown manes, the subtle muscle definition, and the deep contrast between luminous highlights and velvety charcoal grey shadows. The softly blurred background keeps all visual attention on the central connection between the two animals, giving the composition a calm, grounded presence. Produced as a made-to-measure, PVC-free design on paper with a subtle surface structure, this mural brings a peaceful photographic depth to the wall.

In the room

Because of its large-scale photographic composition and emotive subject matter, we see this wall mural working especially well as a focal point in a living room, study, or private home library. In a spacious living room, placing the design on an uninterrupted main wall allows the scale of the horses to be appreciated fully from across the room. The monochrome palette also sits comfortably in a study or reading room, where the tranquil mood creates an uncluttered, contemplative atmosphere without overwhelming the space. In rooms with ample natural light, the delicate tonal gradations across the horses' coats stand out distinctly, while soft, warm lamp light in the evening deepens the charcoal tones and enriches the ambient contrast.

Styling it

When styling around photographic mural wallpapers with strong monochrome contrast, we prefer to balance the wall with understated furniture and warm organic materials. Simple silhouettes in mid-tone or darker woods, such as walnut or stained oak, echo the depth of the deep greys without competing for visual attention. Clean-lined upholstery in woven wool, soft charcoal, or warm oatmeal helps bridge the contrast between the pale highlights and dark shadows in the photograph. Keeping wall-mounted art minimal on neighbouring surfaces allows the mural to anchor the room naturally as the primary visual feature.

Colour combinations

The palette within our design consists purely of photographic monochrome tones, ranging from deep charcoal grey and soft graphite to subtle off-white highlights. Around the mural, we suggest pairing adjacent walls with gentle off-whites, stone greys, or muted warm greys to keep the transition soft and cohesive. If you prefer a moodier, enveloping scheme, deep charcoal or near-black paintwork on trim, skirting, and surrounding walls complements the darkest tones of the photograph. Earthy accent tones such as muted taupe, warm umber, or olive also work harmoniously alongside the neutral greyscale.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper during decorating. We produce all our wall murals on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical structure that is straightforward to hang. Whether you are decorating a family home or updating a rented flat, we offer wallpaper options designed to suit different living situations and interior projects.