Wallpaper - In The Curl

Our In The Curl wallpaper, created by Chris Paschke, captures the dynamic crest of an ocean wave through sweeping painterly brushstrokes and a soft watercolor look. The composition centers on the energetic swell of deep sea blues and cooler aqua tones, crowned with frothy white spray and subtle splatter details against an open pale sky. What we particularly appreciate about this mural wallpaper is how it balances bold, fluid movement with airy negative space across the upper section. Like all our wallpapers, this design is made-to-measure according to your wall dimensions and produced on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

Because of the sweeping horizontal motion and strong focal crest, we see this wall mural working especially well on a wide, uninterrupted feature wall. In a bathroom, vacation home, or dedicated meditation space, the fluid blue tones establish an immersive, coastal atmosphere without feeling rigid. Positioning the wave behind a low-profile console, bathroom vanity, or low seating allows the crest and the lighter sky area above it to stay fully visible.

In rooms with ample natural daylight, the subtle tonal shifts between sky blue, indigo, and seafoam become distinct and luminous. In more compact spaces, using the design on a single main wall keeps the expressive water motif open and balanced rather than overwhelming the room.

Styling it

To let the dynamic movement of the ocean wave take center stage, we suggest pairing this design with quiet, organic modern elements:

• Choose low-slung furniture in pale, natural wood finishes such as light oak or bleached ash to anchor the space without blocking the sweep of the wave.
• Introduce unbleached cotton, washed linens, or smooth ceramic accents in chalk white to echo the foaming crest and bring natural visual warmth into the room.
• Keep wall decor and hanging shelves off the wallpapered wall so the brushwork and horizontal rhythm remain completely unbroken.

Color combinations

The artwork is built on a verified palette of deep ocean blues, slate, cool cerulean, and soft seafoam, balanced by crisp white and a very pale sky wash.

When choosing surrounding colors, crisp warm whites or soft alabaster on adjoining walls and ceiling moldings provide a clean, fresh boundary that mirrors the wave's foam. For a slightly more grounded look, muted blue-gray or soft charcoal on painted trim or cabinetry ties naturally into the darker depths of the painted water.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. Custom sizing ensures the artwork fits your specific wall area while helping to reduce unnecessary excess paper.

Our wallpapers are completely PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure. We design all our wall murals to be straightforward to hang, offering reliable solutions suited to both homeowners and renters looking to transform their spaces.