Why artists love the Leder Easel Kit
The LederEasel is the set-up of choice for many outstanding professional artists to take their work outside the studio. In their own words, they will tell you why…
Jane Meyler
Out pastel painting today with my new super duper #ledereasel kit that mounts to my tripod. Delighted with the ease of use and how compact this easel is. Perfect for my pastels or any medium really and the freedom to work on a larger panel than my other painting set-up allows.
The new LederEasel© from pleinairgear stood the test again. It was quite windy at times as I was on a height up in the dunes near Bearlough in Rosslare Strand which is fairly open to the elements. Delighted how sturdy the panel and my pastel box was held. I’d just unclipped it from the shelf before I took the photo.
‘Dunes at Bearlough’, Pastel 24” x 24” by Jane Meyler
Richard McKinley
“Finally, I’ve found the perfect plein air kit. The LederEasel© fits onto a tripod, is totally adjustable for a multiplicity of situations and comes complete with a padded carrying case. painting on location just got better, best set-up ever! If I’d only had it 40 years ago, I’d have done even more plein air painting. Thanks for providing a quality product for us!”
‘Sea Breeze’, Pastel, 9” x 12” by Richard McKinley.
Signature Master Pastellist of Pastel Society of America
Sarah Sedwick
“The LederEasel© is easy to assemble. The design is lightweight and minimalist and it feels sturdy and solid to paint on. At 3.5lbs. the whole kit fits into a bag not much larger than my tripod case.
My students know I’m all about the intersection between quality and affordability when it come to art materials - Use the best that you can afford! You need to add your own palette and tripod to the kit but this easel more than meets my standards for a high quality product more than meets my standards for a high quality product at an entry-level price. For those looking to take their art-making outside of the studio I definitely suggest the Leder Easel Kit. I’m going to put it in my suitcase when I’m flying to my next workshop!”
‘Ball & Chain’, Oil, 24” x 24” by Sarah Sedwick
Patrick Saunders
“Most panel holders are unwieldy when it comes to travel because of their size. The unique collapsible format of the LederEasel© overcomes this. it easily fits into my backpack for painting plein air and even fits into standard luggage for air travel. When assembled, its just as sturdy as any one-piece design.
I’ve been using the panel holder for just over a month now and I’m very happy with it.”
“The Light from every direction”., Oil, 24” x 18” by Patrick Saunders
Linda Richichi
“We just got back from Greece and since I only took a carry-on I opted for a very small and lightweight painting setup. I took part of the LederEasel© with me (and wish I took both parts). It worked very well and I am very satisfied with it.
Over my lifetime I've bought dozens of easels searching for the perfect setup. Finally, the LederEasel fits my needs for traveling, in home use and in the studio. Now, when leading a workshop in Greece or Italy, I use one carry-on bag for all of my art gear and clothes. The sturdy and well made LederEasel takes apart easily making it very compact. Everyone I have recommended it to loves it!”.
Brilliant Moment’, Pastel, 12” x 16” by Linda Richichi
Liz Haywood-Sullivan
“As for the LederEasel©, I love how it performs and I love the aesthetic. Just perfect! An admirable job with these much needed products.”
‘Indigo Dawn’, Pastel, 24” x 18”
President Emerita of the International Association of Pastel Societies,
John Hughes
“As a working plein air artist I find it necessary to keep my gear down to a minimum when I’m hiking into the back country.
The LederEasel© is ideal for that purpose and easy to set up. Its lightweight design makes it a sure thing for those occasions and more! ”
‘Cascade Canyon’, Oil, 30” x 24” by John Hughes
Susan Nicholas Gephart
“After 40 years of outdoor painting, the LederEasel© is just what I have been waiting for! The LederEasel© is versatile, making it perfect for artists of multiple mediums and it packs easily to go from studio to plein air painting. I finally have the perfect easel to recommend to all my artist friends and students.”