Do you need an easel? Take a look at this one from Meeden for urban sketching or en plein air

[@NancyTipton-u8e]

I didn’t realize you are not only a great painter but you are also a wonderful entertainer. I think that Meeden plein air easel would work well. Thank you for sharing all the pertinent info about it.😊

[@LizChadertonArt]

Oh thank you!

[@tracylamarca575]

You poor thing! I HATE to be cold - you are SO dedicated! This was very informative, but also - quite entertaining! You were just the cutest thing in your "wellies" and beanie going back and forth to the camera - whenever I could see the wind blowing the trees and your hair, I was shivering!

[@LizChadertonArt]

it’s relatively mild at the mo, but I do have being cold

[@tracylamarca575]

😍@@LizChadertonArt

[@GH-yp2lx]

That was an adorable video! Thank you for the excellent evaluation. Very helpful

[@LizChadertonArt]

Glad it was helpful!

[@hilarypearce9796]

Thank Liz, I have a similar one to this but it’s not as easy to put up as the Meeden one appears to be. This looks quite substantial. Hmm I feel a birthday list in the making 😊

[@LizChadertonArt]

It was very easy and so light weight - happy birthday for when it comes!!

[@theartisticactuary]

I've got one of these Liz. A great piece of kit. A bit lightweight on windy days but being generally a fair weather plein airer that's only a problem for me if I'm a wildcard on LAOTY on a bad day and just have to grin and bear it. Remember Blackpool. I ended up tying the easel to a bench and that seemed to work. One thing about the legs worth mentioning. You don't have to extend then all the same distance so if you're on uneven ground or the side of a hill, not a problem. As for the palette shelf, I keep it clean. Just use it as a shelf and mix paint in the lid of my Mijello watercolour palette instead. Had to search around a bit before I found a backpack that was big enough to fit both the white plastic bits but I found one in the end. Now I venture out in the summer with everything in the backpack except for the water that I carry in my hand in an old plastic milk bottle. If you're out shopping for a backpack, remember to take those plastic bits with you for size checking. If they fit in with a bit of breathing room then everything else probably will too.

[@LizChadertonArt]

great info! I haven’t looked for the right size backpack yet, but I have one I think will fit

[@CelticBearWoman]

This is the review I've been looking for! Thank you.

[@LizChadertonArt]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jenniferwharton6696]

Great review! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@LizChadertonArt]

Thanks for watching!

[@IdeaGrazer]

Thanks! I admit to becoming very tired with all the flashy but almost useless content that purports to support people becoming artists. Your videos are real and I am grateful. 🏋

[@LizChadertonArt]

Flashy is not a word I am often associated with 😆

[@lindseythomas7414]

Love your reviews. You are so authentic. As always a very independent & personal opinion. This time even more "you".

[@LizChadertonArt]

I usually take ages doing reviews. for obvious reasons this was quick and I think better for it!

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Hi there Liz, I have this field easel and I’m super happy with it, so much so that it’s coming with me to the Arctic in June! Thoroughly recommend it to anyone who draws and paints, whether for plein air work or even when sitting at home xXx

[@LizChadertonArt]

oh that’s good to know! I’m very jealous of your arctic trip!

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

@@LizChadertonArt lol I was invited on an Arctic expedition last August, an amazing experience. Thrilled to have been invited back this year, feeling truly blessed xXx

[@plb991]

Thank you Liz, I've been looking at this one for awhile now. I just might give it a try. Love your videos.

[@LizChadertonArt]

hope you enjoy it!

[@Evekerlz]

Thank you Liz! I’ve just found you and have ordered this easel in Australia. I find it hard to juggle everything while urban sketching. Your discount code worked here ($9 discount - was $89.95 AUD before discount). I’m also waiting for your Painting Portraits in Watercolour book to arrive and can’t wait to start it. : )

[@LizChadertonArt]

hope you enjoy both!

[@dianes326]

Thank you , Liz, for taking one for the team by braving the cold and rain to show us this easel. It looks like it ticks all the boxes for most painters. I especially like the weight and ease of setup. Looking forward to seeing it in action when the weather warms up.

[@LizChadertonArt]

I’m just looking forward to warmer weather!

[@dianes326]

@@LizChadertonArt me too! I’m in Michigan, USA. It’s this time of year our whole family starts talking about moving to the Caribbean and opening Beachside surf shop and restaurant! Pure dreaming, but it gets us through the cold gray snowy days ☺️

[@LizChadertonArt]

@@dianes326 we are off to Costa Rica soon!!! Look out for paintings of toucans....

[@CricketGirrl]

@@LizChadertonArt wow, Costa Rica sounds amazing this time of year. Any time of year, actually. Have fun!

[@ChrisHobelArt]

I would love to love to see this in use😊

[@LizChadertonArt]

please fix the weather and I will get out!

[@HelenaEdmison-kp1qc]

I really like the weight of this field easel. I would like it if the made a slightly smaller to fit in my backpack, 12" x 12" maybe. Love your watercolours

[@LizChadertonArt]

thank you so much

[@jillpontiere1814]

Excellent presentation and you truly are a good sport!

[@LizChadertonArt]

Thank you so much

[@sharonling-LetsArtToday]

Oh Liz you just brightened my day! That was the cutest and funniest video! Out there in your veggie patch and the paint paint Thank you! Oh the review was great too!! Xx

[@LizChadertonArt]

I'm so glad! my job is done!

[@colleenmcchesney1482]

Oh gosh that’s a wonderful price & setup for a Plein Air easel. I would have definitely enjoyed getting this for my Plein Air setup if I had not recently purchased one already. 😁The palette tray looks great especially with the additional piece of plastic for additional bracing support underneath. Thanks so much for braving the cold weather to share how to use this wonderful easel. This was definitely a great informational video for this new product. Enjoy your weekend!💕😉

[@LizChadertonArt]

What easel did you go for? And how often do you use it?

[@colleenmcchesney1482]

@@LizChadertonArt I bought a Camera Tripod, 80/84 inches Heavy Duty Tripod for Camera and Phone, 82" Camera Monopod Tripod, DSLR Binoculars Spotting Scope Camcorders Video Tripod Stand, 360 Degree Ball Head, 35 lbs Loads and then made my own James Gurney style wooden easel. My tripod was $80 US Dollars on Amazon and then the price of the wood for the easel & hinges. I use it regularly outside in my yard & Plein Air painting sessions during the spring through autumn.

[@LizChadertonArt]

That sounds substantial! A few people have mentioned James… I’m off to look@@colleenmcchesney1482

[@grannieannie1371]

I really like it. I tend to sit down to draw and sketch so I was pleased it could be used like that. very reasonable price too.

[@LizChadertonArt]

it seems very flexible in height

[@ncr525pcrp4]

I love your bright pink coat with the wellies! I got chilled just watching!

[@LizChadertonArt]

Me too!!

[@NavyAssassinOnBLAST]

Great review, Liz! I like this easel! I really love that it's ultra-lightweight and easy to port into a woodland or urban scene! Or even the park.

[@LizChadertonArt]

yes,I think it is a nice bit of kit

[@darleneplant.6284]

Love the easel! Thanks Liz

[@LizChadertonArt]

You are so welcome!

[@sylviewheeler6237]

Hi ! Gréât vidéo ! Thanks so much for all the info ! I like your vibes you give off !

[@simplelsie]

I enjoyed this video very much and learned a lot. I’m in Wisconsin, USA and it’s too wintery here for plein air, but spring and summer are coming. Thank you.

[@LizChadertonArt]

Glad it was helpful! And yes, spring is round the corner

[@mjpete27]

Hullo Liz, If I were to say “Your a real Trooper Liz!” I believe that translates into British slang well enough for you to know that I thought that you going out to your garden was a good thing, right? I just wanted to say thank you for sharing this Meeden easel with all of us! I have not worked outside for quite some time as I have been unable to get all of my supplies out with me without the afore mentioned donkey or similar pack animal or energetic human accompaniment! I have found just getting myself out and about more than a small chore for a picture to paint from hard enough! I do hope that you will have enough engagement with this lovely video to justify your generosity of spirit in braving the elements for its recording, thank you. Please take care, be safe and enjoy your heated studio space for the rest of the day!

[@LizChadertonArt]

this makes it worth while! I tried to do photos outside yesterday and my camera was in danger of blowing over…I gave up!

[@Pamela-ko8dz]

Thanks, Liz, I enjoyed this.

[@LizChadertonArt]

So glad!

[@karenjackson5049]

Thanks Liz, looks like a great thing to try 😊

[@LizChadertonArt]

It is!

[@shirleyedwards5027]

Thankyou Liz. I really enjoyed this video,as I do all your videos.

[@LizChadertonArt]

Thank you so much!

[@juliec.]

Great review. You’re a trooper for sure. 👍🏻

[@LizChadertonArt]

😆

[@bigblue6917]

That looks a handy little piece of kit. And light too. No need for the team pack animals next time you want to paint outside.

[@LizChadertonArt]

Though having your own llama just for plain air would be fun….

[@FrancesFraser-wl1je]

Thanks so much. I do have a tripod easel but it's rather heavy. After watching you I ordered one immediately. Rain is not usually an issue here (Australia) so I hope to get out and about with my new toy quite soon.

[@LizChadertonArt]

You are showing off now - sunshine….we dream of it

[@FrancesFraser-wl1je]

I also dream of a nice sunny day....not 38 - 40+.

[@marievickers7848]

Very interesting thank you

[@LizChadertonArt]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@bleuvertetforetdepin7308]

thanks for sharing

[@LizChadertonArt]

my pleasure!

[@LovinLnCottage]

Good Day, Liz. Thank you for braving the cold to do this review. Please stay well. We love you. 🙏🏻☮️❤️🖖 from Florida.

[@LizChadertonArt]

Bet you are warmer than we are 😂On the plus side no alligators in my garden.....

[@gertietheduck]

the bobble hat on you mic is called a fluffie and stops the wind from interfering with the recording, btw 😊

[@LizChadertonArt]

in the old days of biggggg mics we used to call them fluffy dogs, but fluffles is nice!

[@gertietheduck]

@@LizChadertonArt it's the actual term sound peeps use, by the way (trained as a sound person)! But it's a cute one, too, haha

[@LizChadertonArt]

@@gertietheduck I bow to your experience. Mine was radio about 30 years ago!

[@amandahodgin9316]

Thanks for the great review. It’s too cold in Canada for plein air right now, but my birthday is in May…. Perfect time to get ready for the good weather!

[@LizChadertonArt]

Happy birthday for May. It's warmer than Canada here but too dreary and damp for en plein air!

[@amandahodgin9316]

@@LizChadertonArt it didn’t look like a very nice day to be outside for you. I think it would be nice if Meeden could sell just the tripod attachments as a separate item. I imagine that lots of people (like me) already have a tripod and would prefer to not double up on equipment.

[@LizChadertonArt]

@@amandahodgin9316 you could always ask them. I have found them very open to customer comments

[@Toto-NaoWinter]

I started painting (Gouache) a few months ago. And I am waiting this spring to be able to paint outside for the first time. Your review is really instructive. Thank you 😊

[@LizChadertonArt]

not long to go….

[@Toto-NaoWinter]

@@LizChadertonArtCan’t wait 😊

[@lesliescudiere9578]

Excellent review. I think I will buy it!

[@LizChadertonArt]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@bethriethmiller1858]

Thank you

[@LizChadertonArt]

my pleasure!

[@suzangroves959]

Very useful im thinking about getting one for my house it would be good to put it away when not in use as my house is small thank youx

[@LizChadertonArt]

It is very compact and you can use as a table easel, sitting or standing

[@lilybay1]

Very nice, worth giving it a go. I’d like to have paint wells but for the price it’s good. I have the En Plein Air Pro which I like very much but Liz’s comment about weight is quite right. Mine is heavier, ugh

[@LizChadertonArt]

I know I won't use it if it is cumbersome or heavy - repeat after me - I am not a donkey!

[@janeharrison3151]

thannks Liz, just ordered mine. looks much better than the one I have. x

[@LizChadertonArt]

Oh good! Roll on decent weather....

[@reinaalano]

Thank you for the review. Would like to see the easel in use! I do consider buying it with the ceramic palette! love the tray option for mixing colors as well 🫶

[@LizChadertonArt]

ceramic would be very heavy for carrying and when you are as clumsy as me, they break when you drop them on concrete!! I keep mine in the studio

[@reinaalano]

@@LizChadertonArt Thank you for your feedback. Do appreciate it! I will definitely consider that as I am clumsy sometimes too, as I have a small space to work with 😊 you read my mind. Have a great day 🌸

[@LizChadertonArt]

😆@@reinaalano

[@kathleenthompson1569]

Thankyou

[@LizChadertonArt]

You’re welcome 😊

[@judyt4087]

Thanks for doing the review (in the cold!) 🙏🏾 Do you think this would be suitable indoors - for taking to a life drawing class ?

[@LizChadertonArt]

definitely. The only thing would be tge board size for life drawing perhaps??

[@user-wk1mw9nj3i76]

This was a charming video! How easily could this be knocked over by the wind? Do the feet dig into the ground or are they flat? Thank you from Minnesota, USA.

[@LizChadertonArt]

It rather depends on the wind and ground. as I said, I would weight it down. If ground is soft, it will go in as the feet are flat but small

[@mell5111]

👍👍👍

[@LizChadertonArt]

😊

[@CricketGirrl]

I also share the belief that you are not a donkey! Surely there's a psychiatric term for that. Thank you for the informative video.

[@LizChadertonArt]

ha ha, hippo phobia is the fear of hoofed animals, so transhippomorphism…. is what I’m going for. Tell me I’m wrong!

[@CricketGirrl]

@@LizChadertonArt I think you're on to something there!

[@phillipstroll7385]

Although it it wonderful Meeden asked you to advertise their product and offered a 10% discount, I still say it isn't worth the price. It's a $15.00 tripod with $2.00 worth of plastic shelving. I'd suggest investing in a proper tripod, a sheet of plywood and a saw. That way one could create any set up they want and still come out half the price of that meeden set up. Just my opinion.

[@LizChadertonArt]

If you have the skills and time, that’s a great idea

[@paulafitz532]

Thank you

[@LizChadertonArt]

You're welcome