Finally--An Extra-Tall Lightweight Easel!

I must confess to preferring lightweight aluminum easels over heavier wood ones for my plein air work and travel. Admittedly they break fairly quickly as the pile of easel body parts in my studio would attest to. Still I find their ease of use and portability worth the periodic need for replacement. Much to my delight, I just discovered one such easel that comes in sizes! This gives the option to get an "X-Large" 80-inch tall easel (compare this easel to the height of the front door!) that easily allows taller people to stand tall while painting. Look how tall this easel is compared to the height of the front door!

Here's the exact one I ordered: US Art Supply® Big Sur Aluminum Tripod Field & Display Easel (X-Large) 80 Inches Tall (1-EASEL)

Another Lovely Day Painting at Kuerner Farm

At Kuerner farm, the painting gods were smiling this day by providing a gorgeous morning and holding off a torrential downpour until a half hour later. 

Painting setup in front of Kuerner barn.

Painting almost finished. 

Painting Studies at Kuerner Farm

Painting studies at Kuerner Farm

Located in the Brandywine Valley, the historic Kuerner Farm is the setting for many of Andrew Wyeth's paintings and sketches. Karl Kuerner III, whose family members are featured in Wyeth's paintings, is an accomplished painter himself. Through the Brandywine Conservancy and Brandywine River Museum, he offers plein air classes at the farm. I am thrilled to be taking part in this opportunity to explore this historic setting. 

No sooner had I blocked in this first study and it began to rain. Though discombobulating, rain does lend authenticity to plein air painting!