Atmospheric painting ‘Before’ featuring a woman’s exposed back in a flowing dress and a man in a dark suit partly blended into the background by Ingela Johansson.
‘Before’ – expressive semi-abstract painting capturing the moment before a start, with soft contrasts between shadowed man and illuminated woman by Ingela Johansson in interior.
Semi-abstract artwork ‘Before’ with deep blue-black tones, showing the gentle touch of a man on a woman’s lower back in a moment of anticipation. In a Scandinavian living room.
Before – Original Acrylic Painting on Canvas by Swedish Artist Ingela Johansson (60 x 40 cm)
Before – Original Acrylic Painting on Canvas by Swedish Artist Ingela Johansson (60 x 40 cm)
Before’ – semi-abstract painting of a woman in a backless dress with a man in shadow placing his hand on her lower back, by Ingela Johansson.

Before – Original Acrylic Painting on Canvas by Swedish Artist Ingela Johansson (60 x 40 cm)

Before – Original Acrylic Painting on Canvas by Swedish Artist Ingela Johansson (60 x 40 cm)

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Before
Original hand-painted acrylic painting on a linen canvas. One of a kind.

The Story

This painting captures a moment suspended between intention and possibility — the quiet breath before something begins.A moment where two energies meet — softly, slowly, with the quiet certainty that something is unfolding.

 

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"The painting that I bought from Ingela makes me happy when I come home."
— Lillemor Thorsén, Sweden


About the Artist
Ingela Johansson is a Swedish artist whose expressive paintings have been exhibited in nine countries. She is represented by Barlow Gallery (US) and Gallery Lienhart (Stockholm) and has shown her work at the Nordic Museum.

Her art explores the connection between movement, life, and inner emotion — bringing art for the heart & soul ❤️ into your home.


Artwork Details

* Title: Before
* Artist: Ingela Johansson
* Year: 2025
* Technique: Acrylic on a linen canvas
* Size: 50 x 40 cm
* Signed by the artist
* Certificate of Authenticity included

 

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Every Painting Has Its Own Story

Every painting I create has its own story - but the most important story is the one you'll create with it. When you bring this artwork into your home, you'll receive a handwritten letter from me sharing the painting's journey. Over time, it will become part of your story, your memories, and your space.
“The painting that I bought from Ingela makes me happy when I come home.” — Lillemor Thorsén, Sweden
“The painting I bought reminds me of one of my best days with my sister. It is my favorite.” —Eva Runald
“When I first saw the painting I saw my dog, and next to it me. I love it.” —Helena Yxhammar
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