Wallpaper - Oil on Water Multi

Our Oil on Water Multi wallpaper, designed by Janelle Penner, brings together fluid, watercolour-like shapes and lively droplets across a crisp light ground. What we particularly like about this design is the playful balance between larger rounded pools of colour and smaller, scattered brush marks. Featuring a vibrant mix of berry red, warm ochre, soft denim blue, muted olive, and terracotta, the pattern creates a rhythmic, uplifting atmosphere on the wall. Produced to your exact dimensions, our PVC-free wallpapers feature a subtle paper structure and are straightforward to hang.

In the room

We see this design working beautifully in creative, energetic spaces where colour sets the tone. In a children's bedroom, playroom, or nursery, the buoyant watercolour shapes add character without overwhelming the room. The open spacing between elements allows the motif to breathe, making it an excellent choice for a feature wall behind a bed or low shelving.

In a home office, creative studio, or dining room, we would give our wallpaper an uninterrupted wall so the full variety of shapes and colour transitions can be appreciated. Because the pattern has a buoyant, organic flow, it also works well in smaller areas such as a downstairs cloakroom or hallway where an expressive design creates an instant focal point.

Styling it

To balance the lively palette and painterly shapes of the design, we suggest keeping larger surrounding furniture grounded with clean, simple profiles. Mid-century modern or contemporary silhouettes in warm oak or painted off-white allow the wall mural to remain the focal point of the interior.

Textiles in washed linen or brushed cotton in muted, solid tones work particularly well alongside this motif. Introducing smooth ceramics or matte earthenware in shapes that echo the rounded forms of the pattern helps tie the whole room together naturally.

Colour combinations

Our wallpaper incorporates a rich blend of berry red, deep terracotta, ochre yellow, soft blue, and earthy olive green against an off-white background.

When choosing colours for surrounding walls, woodwork, or built-in cabinetry, we like pulling out one of the softer tones from the design. A muted olive green or soft slate blue creates a cohesive, considered look on adjacent walls. For a lighter, more open feel, pairing the design with soft off-white or light warm grey trim allows the multicoloured shapes to stand out with clarity.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your specific wall dimensions. This custom approach helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with buying standard rolls.

Our wallpapers are PVC-free and have a subtle physical structure in the paper. Designed to be straightforward to hang, we offer options suited to different homes and living situations, whether you are decorating your forever home or updating a rental space.