Wallpaper - Chonky Boy

Our Chonky Boy wallpaper, created in collaboration with Kate Jarvik Birch, features a plump, resting pigeon illustrated with vivid character and expressive brushwork. The composition captures the bird perched forward on a light ledge, showing off its iridescent purple, teal, and blue neck plumage set against slate gray wing feathers and warm reddish feet. Bold architectural color blocks in deep navy, aubergine, and warm terracotta fill the background, giving the scene strong graphic contrast and a playful, modern feel. Like all Wallism mural wallpapers, this design is made-to-measure to fit your wall dimensions and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

We love this design as a statement wall where its confident visual personality can set the tone for the entire room. In an entryway or hallway, placing this wall mural directly opposite the door creates an immediate point of interest that feels both artistic and welcoming. In a home office, study, or creative studio, the combination of rich background blocks and figurative illustration brings color and distinct character without overwhelming the surrounding workspace. Because the pigeon is the central focus, we suggest placing it on a wall where lower furniture, such as a low credenza or desk, will not cut through the bird's profile.

Styling it

The rich, warm-and-cool balance in the background offers clear cues for furnishing the space around it.

• Keep furniture lines simple and contemporary to echo the bold architectural blocks in the illustration.
• Use natural warm wood tones, such as honey oak or walnut, to complement the terracotta and coral tones in the background.
• Introduce dark accents in matte black metal or deep navy upholstery to mirror the deep shadow tones behind the bird.
• Choose smooth, solid-colored textiles on seating or curtains so the graphic nature of the wallpaper remains the primary visual focus.

Color combinations

The illustration combines a distinctive palette of slate blues, silvery grays, violet, and teal across the pigeon's plumage, framed by deep navy, muted aubergine, and rich terracotta. When choosing paint colors for adjacent walls or trim, warm neutrals like cream, pale sand, or soft stone allow the artwork to stand out cleanly. If you prefer a richer, more enveloping feel, pulled tones like deep midnight navy, warm cinnamon, or dusty plum on neighboring walls create a cohesive, color-drenched atmosphere.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. Printing to your specific measurements helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard rolls.

Every design is PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure. Our wallpapers are designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, providing flexible options for both homeowners and renters looking to transform their interior spaces.