Wallpaper - By the Shore III

Created by Veronique Charron, this striking design features a graceful heron standing poised among delicate reed silhouettes and cattails against a deep navy blue ground. Subtle painted textures in soft off-white, muted slate grey, and warm ochre-gold outlines give the bird an elegant, graphic presence inspired by classic Art Deco and mid-century aesthetics. Our made-to-measure mural wallpapers bring an artful focal point to modern and traditional interiors alike, printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure that is straightforward to hang.

In the room

Because of the bold scale of the heron and the rich contrast against the dark navy backdrop, we especially like this design on a main feature wall where the motif has space to breathe. In a dining room, living room, or primary bedroom, placing our wall murals behind key furniture like a low sideboard or headboard anchors the room without cluttering the composition. The design also translates beautifully into smaller, intimate spaces such as an entryway, study, or powder room, where the deep tones wrap the area in an immersive, characterful atmosphere.

Styling it

The clean graphic lines and vintage-leaning character of this wallpaper allow it to sit comfortably alongside both mid-century furnishings and classic, coastal-inspired decor. We suggest pairing it with warm mid-tone woods like walnut or aged oak to balance the deep blue background.

• Introduce understated brass or warm metallic accents through light fixtures or decorative hardware to echo the soft golden line work within the feathers.
• Keep surrounding upholstery and large drapery in calm neutral tones such as warm linen, stone, or muted charcoal, letting the heron stand as the primary artistic statement.
• Use directional lamps or warm wall sconces nearby to draw attention to the painted visual texture of the plumage during evening hours.

Colour combinations

The palette in our wallpaper centres around deep navy blue, warm gold accents, soft off-white, and cool slate grey. To build a cohesive interior, we recommend drawing on these existing tones for surrounding surfaces. Rich cream or parchment paint on adjacent walls keeps the room luminous while softening the contrast against the dark background. For a more dramatic, enveloped feel, matching trim and woodwork to the deep navy of the motif creates a tailored, seamless look. Deeper charcoal or muted petrol tones in surrounding textiles will harmonise effortlessly with the bird's plumage.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are custom produced and made-to-measure according to your specific wall dimensions, helping to reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. We make all our wall murals on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wallpapers provide flexible decorating solutions suited to homeowners and renters looking to bring personality into their spaces.