Wallpaper - Oil Stick Study No.2

Designed by Julia Dreams, our Oil Stick Study No.2 wallpaper brings together expressive abstract shapes in a bold, symmetrical composition. The design has the visual character of a vibrant oil pastel drawing, combining saturated patches of cobalt blue, bright orange, warm yellow, soft pink, and deep navy with textured crayon-like strokes. Its kaleidoscopic layout balances playful, organic forms with a confident graphic structure, creating an artistic accent for modern interiors. Like all our wall murals, it is made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure that complements the painterly appearance.

In the room

Because of its mirrored composition and energetic palette, we see this design working especially well on an accent wall in a playroom or a creative teenage room. The symmetrical structure naturally draws the eye towards the centre, making it a great focal point behind a bed, a study desk, or an open play area.

In a compact space, placing the wallpaper on a single uninterrupted wall allows the full graphic motif to make a statement without overwhelming the surrounding area. For larger rooms with higher ceilings, the bold shapes and contrasting tones have enough presence to anchor the entire room, especially where the wall is kept relatively free of tall storage units.

Styling it

To let the dynamic artwork take centre stage, we suggest balancing the space with clean, uncomplicated furnishings. A contemporary or eclectic maximalist interior direction suits this piece well.

• Pair with light or medium wood tones, such as birch or warm ash, to ground the bright palette without adding visual weight.
• Introduce painted furniture or shelving in neutral off-white or deep navy, echoing the darkest tones in the pattern.
• Keep surrounding bedding, rugs, and curtains in plain, solid textures rather than competing patterns, allowing the wallpaper to carry the visual rhythm of the room.

Colour combinations

The design itself is rich with popping contrast, pairing bright cobalt blue, vivid tangerine, and golden yellow with grounding dark navy and gentle pastel pink.

When decorating the rest of the room, we suggest drawing out one of the softer tones, such as a pale butter yellow, soft blush, or a clean warm white, for the adjacent painted walls and woodwork. If you prefer a moodier, high-contrast scheme, bringing the deep navy onto painted skirting boards, door frames, or surrounding cabinetry will frame the mural wallpapers beautifully.

About our wallpaper

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