Wallpaper - In the Ocean III

Our In the Ocean III wallpaper mural, created by Courtney Prahl, brings a distinctive mixed-media character to the wall through a striking collage-style fish motif. Positioned against a subtle, ledger-paper background with faint cursive script and vertical stripe-like paneling, the fish silhouette is assembled from intricate paper cutouts featuring sheet music, vintage typography, geometric patterns, and layered green and teal tones. The interplay between the crisp graphic contour of the fish and the delicate, aged surface behind it gives this design a playful yet artistic personality. Made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle paper structure, our wallpaper creates a compelling focal point with an eclectic, contemporary feel.

In the room

We see this design working particularly well as an accent wall in an open kitchen, dining nook, or casual living area where the detailed collage elements can be appreciated up close. Because the motif centers around a single graphic subject on a pale, text-lined background, it benefits from a wall with clear visibility, such as behind a low dining bench or along an uninterrupted kitchen wall. The generous negative space around the fish ensures the room retains an open, airy atmosphere rather than feeling visually crowded.

Styling it

To complement the layered, handcrafted look of the artwork, we would pair this wall mural with clean-lined contemporary furniture or warm vintage pieces. Simple light wood shelving, painted cabinetry in soft off-white or deep moss green, and matte ceramic tableware provide a natural foundation that echoes the collage elements. Keeping larger surrounding furnishings relatively quiet allows the rich paper patterns and typographic details within the fish silhouette to stand out naturally.

Color combinations

The primary palette inside the wallpaper features vivid greens, chartreuse, soft sage, teal, and deep forest tones, accented by pops of warm yellow and vintage blue within the collage. These sit comfortably against the muted off-white and pale ecru background. For surrounding surfaces, we suggest continuing the pale neutral base across adjacent walls or introducing a complementary muted olive or soft navy on trim, kitchen islands, or cabinetry to draw out the deeper accents in the motif.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess material during installation. We produce our wall murals on PVC-free paper that features a subtle physical structure, giving each design a refined surface finish. Designed to be straightforward and simple to hang, our mural wallpapers offer flexible decorating options suited to homeowners and renters alike.