Wallpaper - River Trout Study III

Our River Trout Study III wallpaper by Haley Knighten brings together vertical collage-style strips in a rich, layered abstract composition. Earthy browns, muted olive greens, slate greys, and softened blues balance with warm beige and subtle orange accents to create a grounded, artistic presence on the wall. The varied widths and visual semi-transparency of each element create a sense of depth, giving the pattern an intriguing, painterly character. Like all Wallism wallpapers, this design is made-to-measure to fit your wall dimensions and is printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical surface structure.

In the room

We see this design working particularly well in spaces where you want visual depth without a traditional figurative pattern. In a living room, giving the wallpaper a wider, relatively uninterrupted wall allows the varied vertical rhythm and full sequence of strips to unfold naturally behind a sofa or low sideboard.

For a home office or study, the earthy olive and brown palette provides a calm, focused backdrop that feels creative and refined. Because the vertical movement draws the eye upward, it also works nicely in rooms with standard or slightly lower ceiling heights, adding a sense of height without feeling rigid.

Styling it

The organic modern character of the artwork pairs naturally with simple, unforced furniture. We would complement the earthy palette with warm wood tones, such as teak, oak, or walnut, and clean-lined upholstered pieces in neutral, woven fabrics.

To let the layered artwork take centre stage, we suggest keeping surrounding decor relatively quiet. Matte ceramics, understated contemporary lighting, and soft linen textiles help maintain a balanced, considered atmosphere.

Colour combinations

The design itself is built on an earthy foundation of olive green, warm brown, muted grey, and slate blue, enriched by lighter touches of beige and soft orange.

When choosing paint colours for adjoining walls and trim, we like pulling out the muted beige or pale grey tones to create a soft, cohesive transition. For a moodier, more enveloping feel, pairing the design with a deep olive green or rich warm umber on surrounding woodwork creates a striking, unified interior.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wall murals and wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper. Every order is produced on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure and is designed to be straightforward to hang in your home.