Advanced Series Oil & Acrylic Package
Regular price $279.95 Save -2%"Whether you are exploring the back country of America or the back roads of Europe, this lightweight 'Oil and Acrylic Easel System' will meet the needs of the most adventurous painter." -
Eric Michaels, NWS, OPA & PSA
The En Plein Air Pro Advanced Series Oil & Acrylic Package, with our new Pro Series Panel Holder, handles canvas panels or stretched canvas up to 22 tall or down to 6 x 8 (the most popular range for outdoor painting). The panel holder is a structural aluminum channel with ABS brackets. Max height to center of panel or canvas is 58. Our vertical mounting design eliminates the top heavy rocking that can occur in other tripod/pochade box set-ups.
The Advanced Series Oil and Acrylic Palette is lightweight, functional, and truly unique. Our Palette Frame features a 6-hole brush holder. At 15.25 x 9.5, this palette offers over 144 sq. in. of mixing area. The working surface is a clear 1/8 abrasion resistant layer which resists scratching and cleans up with a supplied squeegee and paper towel moistened with turps. Underneath is a neutral gray background with value scale. The thoughtful design incorporates a grey PVC slide on cover that allows transport of wet paint to and from the field. On location, flip the cover over and slide underneath, and you have an extra shelf with a 3 hole for the PETG plastic lock-tight turps jar. The maximum height from the ground to top of palette is 35.
The Slide-out Side Shelf is our newest innovation. Made of 6mm grey PVC, this shelf is the perfect place to lay your palette knife or your thumbnail sketch, or cups for painting mediums, oil, etc. The Shelf will fit on either side of palette and has extra holes for brushes. Included is a clothespin clamp to be placed on the tripod leg opposite of the sliding shelf.
The Advanced Series Oil & Acrylic Package Includes:
Oil & Acrylic Palette with Cover and Sliding Shelf
Pro Series Panel Holder
7oz. Turps Jar
Slik U8000 Tripod
Squeegee
4 Spring Clamp
60L Heavy Duty En Plein Air Pro Embroidered Cordura Convertible Backpack with Hideaway Shoulder Straps
Oil & Acrylic Palette with Cover and Slide Out Shelf
- Dimensions – 15.25 x 9.5
- 144 square inches of mixing area
- Working surface is a 1/8 layer of clear abrasion resistant acrylic
- Underneath the acrylic surface is a built-in value scale
- No clamps or brackets – simply slips on our Slik U8000 Tripod or any tripod with a leg diameter of 7/8 - 1 1/8
- 7 oz. Lock-tight Turps Jar with butyl rubber gasket – made of PETG Plastic (not glass) included in the package
- NOTE: We recommend emptying the Turps Jar every 4 days. If left any longer, over time it might swell the gasket and cause leakage.
- Hole Diameter for Turps Jar – 3
- Palette height from the ground is 35 when tripod is fully extended
- NOTE: Palette height may differ slightly with tripods other than the Slik U8000 included
- Palette frame is constructed of ABS Plastic
- Palette Slide-out Shelf has 6 holes for brushes and is made of tough PVC and can be positioned on either side of the palette
- Palette Cover is made of ABS Plastic
- Fits in Heavy Duty 60L Backpack
- Weight – 2.8lbs./1.27kg.
Panel Holder
- Structural aluminum channel with 2 ABS brackets
- Panel Holder Dimensions - 24 tall x 1 1/2 wide
- ABS Bracket - 8 long x 1 wide
- Equipped with a 1/4, 20 thread mount
- Stable Work Surface - eliminates top heavy rocking
- Holds panels or stretched canvas up to 22 vertically
- Holds small 6x8 panels as well
- Vertical mounting design eliminates the top heavy rocking that can occur in other tripod/pochade box set-ups
- Attaches easily to tripod with a quick release plate
- Doubles as a single wet painting carrier when finished
- Height from the ground to the top of panel holder or canvas is 72
- Fits in Heavy Duty 60L Backpack
- Weight – 1.3lbs./.60kg.
Slik U8000 Tripod
- Supports 4.5lb
- Head Type – Pan and Tilt Head with one hand operation
- Camera Mounting Screw – 1/4 - 20 male
- Quick Release Plate included
- Load Capacity – 4.5lb/2kg
- Maximum Working Height – 59/149.9 cm
- Minimum Working Height – 22/55.9 cm
- Folded Length – 23.2/58.9 cm
- Materials – Aluminum Alloy
- Leg Lock Type – Flip Lock
- Independent Leg Spread – No
- Leg Sections – 3 telescoping legs including rubber feet are easily adjustable for standing or sitting while painting
- Center Column Sections – 1
- Center Column Extension Type – Geared
- Fits in Heavy Duty 60L Backpack
- Weight 3.3lb./1.5kg
60L Heavy Duty Convertible Backpack
- High Strength Oxford Canvas Fabric – ultra tough and durable with En Plein Air Pro Embroidered Logo
- Side zipper gives easy access to large main compartment
- Two front zippered pockets for paints, brush roll, sketchbook, etc.
- Zippered back panel hides backpack straps and waist belt
- Padded shoulder straps and waist belt convert bag into backpack
- Three heavy duty handles (top, bottom, side) allows backpack to be carried like a suitcase
- Exterior loops to clip on extra gear like water bottle, umbrella bag, etc.
- Dimensions 26 x 12.20 x 10.63
- Capacity - 60L
- Weight – 3.3lbs./1.5kg
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🖌️ How to Set Up Your Advanced Series Oil & Acrylic Package
What's Included
- Oil & Acrylic Palette with Cover and Slide-Out Shelf (15.25 x 9.5, 144 sq. in. mixing area)
- Pro Series Panel Holder
- 7oz. Turps Jar (PETG Plastic, lock-tight)
- Slik U8000 Tripod
- Squeegee
- 4 Spring Clamp
- 60L Heavy Duty En Plein Air Pro Embroidered Cordura Convertible Backpack
Total Packed Weight: 10.7 lbs / 4.86 kg
Step 1 — Unpack Your Gear
Remove all items from the 60L Convertible Backpack and lay them out on a flat surface before beginning assembly.
Step 2 — Set Up the Tripod
Open the Slik U8000 tripod and extend each leg using the flip locks. Adjust to your preferred working height — standing or seated — then lock each leg firmly in place.
Step 3 — Raise the Center Column
Crank the center column up to your desired height. Turn the center locking collar to a snug position to hold the column in place.
Step 4 — Attach the Panel Holder to the Tripod
Locate the quick release plate already screwed onto the aluminum channel of the Panel Holder. Do not unscrew or remove this plate. At the top of the tripod, find the pan head. Pull down the grey lever on the left side of the pan head, insert the quick release plate, then push the lever back up to lock the Panel Holder securely in place.
Step 5 — Install the Palette on the Tripod
Slide the Oil & Acrylic Palette onto the legs of the tripod below the Panel Holder. Position it at a comfortable working height.
Step 6 — Set Up the Palette Cover and Slide-Out Shelf
Lift the tab at the back of the palette cover and slide it off. Flip the cover over and slide it back underneath the palette — this gives you an extra surface. Pull out the slide-out shelf approximately 6 inches and position it on your preferred side of the palette. Attach the 4 spring clamp to the tripod leg on the opposite side of the shelf for counterbalance.
Step 7 — Install the Turps Jar
Open the turps jar lid and place the jar into the 3-inch hole on the palette cover shelf.
Step 8 — Adjust the Panel Holder Brackets
Loosen the star knobs on the Panel Holder brackets and rotate them 90 degrees. Adjust the bracket height to fit your panel or canvas. Place your panel in the brackets and tighten the star knobs firmly to ensure a snug, secure fit.
Step 9 — Load Up and Paint!
Add your brushes, paints, and palette knife. You're ready to paint!
💡 Pro Tip: The slide-out shelf can be positioned on either side of the palette — great for left- or right-handed painters. Always place the spring clamp on the tripod leg opposite the shelf to keep your setup balanced and stable. We recommend emptying the Turps Jar every 4 days to prevent gasket swelling.