Wallpaper - Chicken in the Sun I

Our Chicken in the Sun I wallpaper pairs an expressive photographic close-up with rich, sunlit warmth. Created by Nathan Larson, the design centres on the striking profile of a white rooster caught in direct light, contrasting smooth white feathers with a vivid red comb, bright wattles, a yellow beak, and an orange eye. The soft, blurred background in earthy browns and muted greens creates a gentle depth of field, giving the portrait a quiet presence on the wall. Produced as made-to-measure mural wallpapers on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this design brings a grounded, characterful accent to country-inspired rooms.

In the room

With its large photographic focal point, we see this wall mural working particularly well in a kitchen or dining room. The side-profile composition and soft background give it a natural home on an accent wall where the portrait can be viewed across the room, such as behind a dining table or near a breakfast area. Because the subject sits prominently against an open, earthy backdrop, we suggest giving the design a relatively uninterrupted stretch of wall rather than breaking it up across multiple corners. In a kitchen setting, placing the wallpaper alongside open shelving or painted cabinetry allows the warm tones and photographic details to stand out without competing with surrounding fittings.

Styling it

To complement the rustic, countryside spirit of the portrait, we suggest leaning into traditional joinery and natural materials. Darker wood tones, such as stained oak or antique pine, sit comfortably alongside the earthy backdrop, while classic shaker cabinetry in off-white or soft muted green echoes the background tones.

For surrounding accents, simple glazed stoneware, unlacquered brass hardware, or cast iron details reinforce the farmhouse character without distracting from the main motif. We would keep neighbouring walls and larger furnishings understated, letting the bold red and warm sunlight of the photograph carry the visual weight of the space.

Colour combinations

The design is built around crisp white plumage, a bright scarlet red comb, and warm yellow and orange facial details, framed by a soft blend of mossy greens and warm earth browns.

When choosing paint colours for adjacent walls or woodwork, creamy whites and warm stone shades work naturally with the rooster's feathers. For deeper contrast, muted sage greens, olive tones, or soft terracotta picks up on the background palette and brings a cohesive, layered feel to the entire room.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper during decorating. We produce all our wall murals on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure, designed to be straightforward and simple to hang in any room.