That is one type of quilt that I really prefer batiks for. If I'm using a lot of colors and smaller peices I'll get fat quarter sets so I have a lot of variety. if I am following a specific design then that will dictate the colors I use.
this one was done with a lot of random fabrics with narrow black sashing for the "leading" this was a very easy quilt to make
This one was inspired by the windows in the Chapel on the campus were I work. I made 1/4" bias and top stitched it on for the leading. This quilt was a lot of work!