Wallpaper - Beside You

Created by Julia Purinton, our Beside You wallpaper portrays an affectionate moment between two donkeys resting together in a meadow. The larger donkey leans gently over its companion, framing the composition with rich brown brushstrokes, soft grey undertones, and warm cream highlights around the muzzles. In the background, muted olive greens and gentle hazy tones evoke open pastureland with an oil-painted visual texture. Made to measure on our PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure, this wall mural brings gentle warmth and rustic character to family living spaces and bedrooms alike.

In the room

Because the motif centres on a close, portrait-style composition, we find it works best on an uninterrupted feature wall where the painted details remain unobstructed. In a living room or snug, placing this design behind a low-backed sofa allows the expressive faces of the donkeys to anchor the space. It is equally suited to a nursery, child's bedroom, or guest room, where the tender subject matter and quiet pastoral scenery set an unhurried, welcoming mood. For bedrooms, installing the design behind a simple headboard creates an inviting focal point without overwhelming the surrounding decor.

Styling it

We suggest leaning into classic cottage, farmhouse, or rustic country interiors to echo the traditional painterly style of the artwork. Keep large furniture pieces simple and understated so the focus remains entirely on the wall mural. Natural, unpolished timber furniture in warm oak or pine complements the earthy tones in the donkeys' coats, while washed linen textiles in off-white or oatmeal enhance the cosy, unpretentious feel of the room.

Colour combinations

The artwork is built upon an earthy foundation of rich chestnut browns, soft donkey greys, and muted olive greens, accented with creamy whites. To create a harmonious palette around the mural, we recommend pairing adjacent walls with soft warm off-whites, gentle stone greys, or muted sage. If you prefer deeper contrast in your furnishings or woodwork, consider accents in deep moss green, warm taupe, or dark espresso brown drawn directly from the darker brushwork in the design.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are produced made-to-measure according to your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper. Every order is printed on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure, designed to be straightforward and simple to hang in your home.