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I use a Jullian Plein Air HALF BOX French easel. The full box is way too heavy. This is perfect if you're not traveling far. It's not for hiking but I love it for painting outdoors if I'm setting up within a ten minute walk from my car. I carry my paints separately, i.e. not in the easel box.
A pochade box is nice too. 
I saw a French easel for sale cheap at a yard sale, but you live too far away!

One of my students at my last Italy workshop made a set up for oil painting that looked lightweight and sturdy. I know he hiked with it. I'll try to contact him and ask about it.

Gretchen



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On Tue, Jun 25, 2013 at 12:54 PM, Pam Little <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
I haven't used one, but an instructor I had for a recent workshop had a Sienna, and I know he does a lot of plein air work in Yellowstone. The tripod set up seemed very cool.

Pam



On 6/25/2013 9:51 AM, Jennifer Landin wrote:
Every French easel I've ever seen (or used) has been so ridiculously heavy that it ends up collecting dust and cobwebs. The coolest think I've seen has been an adapted camera tripod (very light) with attachments. All are carried in a backpack so transport is easy.
The artist who used this got pieces from Judson's Art Outfitters and built something to fit her needs. But Judson's also offer Pochade boxes. I think some come with carrying cases (like a laptop case).
Jennifer

On Tue, Jun 25, 2013 at 11:09 AM, Linda Feltner <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
Hi All:
Someone wrote to me and I thought others might have an opinion.

Linda, 
I am looking for an easel for outdoor painting.  Would love to know what you use?  And what do you think about this one?  
http://www.pleinairco.com/servlet/the-1301/Art-Easel-French-Artist/Detail

OR does anyone have a french easel for sale, perhaps?
OR what do others use?



Thanks,
Linda

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