Wallpaper - On the Waves I Light Plank

Our On the Waves I Light Plank wallpaper features a majestic sperm whale gliding over painterly blue waves against a weathered, white-painted wood plank backdrop. Created by Sue Schlabach, this artistic design blends rich teal and ocean blue tones with subtle ochre distressing and delicate cursive script collage details across the whale's silhouette. The composition pairs the bold silhouette of marine life with rustic, coastal character, bringing an open and tranquil mood to the wall. Like all Wallism mural wallpapers, this design is custom made-to-measure and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface texture.

In the room

We love this wall mural as a central feature wall where the horizontal expanse of the whale can be appreciated in full. It works beautifully in a child's bedroom, nursery, or playroom, offering a whimsical and gentle sea life theme that feels artistic rather than overly cartoonish. In a living room, summer cottage, or casual bedroom, placing this design behind a low sofa or headboard keeps the whale and wave motifs clearly visible above the furniture line. The bright, white-washed plank background helps maintain an airy feel, making it equally fitting for smaller bedrooms or relaxed vacation home spaces.

Styling it

To complement the coastal and rustic character of this design, we suggest pairing it with natural textures and simple furnishings.

• Ground the space with light or weathered wood furniture, such as natural ash, bleached pine, or whitewashed oak, which echoes the painted plank background.
• Introduce soft textiles in unbleached cotton, pale denim, or sandy neutrals to keep the focus on the vibrant teal centerpiece.
• Accent with subtle brass hardware or nautical-inspired ceramic accessories to pick up the warm gold and ochre undertones within the whale's silhouette.

Color combinations

The artwork centers around a palette of deep teal, turquoise, and sky blue, warmed by distressed touches of earthy ochre and set against off-white wood plank tones. When painting adjacent walls, we recommend soft warm whites, gentle sea-salt greens, or pale gray-blues that extend the ocean mood without competing with the main illustration. For furniture and larger decor accents, deep navy, warm tan leather, or sandy taupe provide a balanced, grounded contrast.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to purchasing standard rolls. We produce our wall murals on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical structure that gives every design a refined finish. Whether you are decorating a family home or personalizing a rental space, our wallpapers are designed to be straightforward to hang and adapt to your interior needs.