Wallpaper - Single Tear

In our Single Tear wallpaper by Kate Jarvik Birch, an expressive close-up of an eye forms a captivating artistic focal point. Defined by strong graphic linework with a painted character, the composition balances deep red tones, dark shading, and soft denim blue elements surrounding the falling tear. The large visual scale creates an immediate sense of intimacy and emotion, turning a feature wall into a thoughtful statement piece. Made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this design brings contemporary illustrative art directly into the home.

In the room

Because the motif centres on an expansive close-up portrait, we find this design works best on an uninterrupted wall where the full expressive eye can be viewed without heavy obstruction. In a bedroom, it makes a striking backdrop behind a low headboard, setting a reflective and intimate mood. We also see this working exceptionally well in a dedicated art studio or a creative home office, where the painterly detail can be appreciated at closer quarters. In a contemporary living room or a teenage room, using our wall murals on a single feature wall provides strong visual impact while keeping the rest of the room relatively calm.

Styling it

To balance the bold graphic scale of this design, we suggest pairing it with clean, contemporary furniture that lets the wall mural hold visual priority.

• Choose low-profile furniture with simple silhouettes so the large-scale eye remains unobstructed and grounded.
• Complement the expressive painterly lines with dark matte accents or understated painted furniture rather than intricate wood grains.
• Introduce tactile soft furnishings in deep navy, slate, or charcoal to echo the moody depth of the palette.

Colour combinations

Our wallpaper features rich dark red and deep shadowy base tones contrasted with softer denim blue highlights around the tear. When choosing colours for surrounding walls, woodwork, or large textiles, deep charcoal, muted navy, and warm off-black create a cohesive, enveloping atmosphere. If you prefer higher contrast, a warm linen white or pale stone grey on adjacent walls will cleanly frame the darker tones of the artwork.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper. Every order is printed on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical structure that adds depth to the print. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our mural wallpapers offer flexible solutions whether you own your home or live in rented accommodation.