The unique quality of light on the island of Tjörn inspired numerous artists such as Karl Nordström (Varberg School), Ragnar Sandberg and Ivan Ivarssonet (Gothenburg Group). Its coastline is dotted with typical fishing villages where red-painted boat sheds stand in rows along the port, and a maze of streets wind their way between the tightly packed white houses. Don't miss the Nordic Watercolour Museum which hosts exhibitions by leading artists specialising in this technique.