Inspired by picturesque scenes of Stockholm, Swedish artistGunnel Moheimcaptures her hometown in colorful watercolor paintings.

For Moheim, watercolor is the perfect medium because of its subtle transparency and luminosity.

Watercolor is a challenge, but that’s exactly what she likes about the paint.

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

It is difficult to lure, fearless, she says, and has a life of its own.

Despite her loose style, she still manages to capture the essential details of a scene.

Check out some of Moheims watercolor paintings below, and find more from her ever-growing portfolio onInstagram.

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

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Swedish painter Gunnel Moheim captures the beauty of Stockholm in vibrant watercolor hues.

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

Each abstract piece features hazy, dreamlike depictions of her scenes in delicate washes of color.

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

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Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim

Watercolor Paintings by Gunnel Moheim