The Best Plein Air Lights for Nocturne Painting (UK Guide)
A practical UK guide to the best plein air lights for nocturne painting. Covers colour temperature, CRI, battery strategy, mounting and budget options.
Gear & Setup
6 Aug 2026
Gear & Setup
Articles on choosing practical plein air equipment and building a setup that works for the way you paint. From easels and pochade boxes to carrying systems and outdoor working habits, the focus is on portability, ease, and real-world use.
Pochade Box Accessories That Actually Make a Difference Outdoors
Clear, practical guidance on pochade box accessories: tripods, side trays, panel extenders, compatibility notes and sensible starter choices for walkers, car painters and beginners.
Gear & Setup
30 Jul 2026
The Best Wet Panel Carriers for Plein Air Painting (UK Guide)
Practical UK guide to choosing the best wet panel carrier for plein air painting. Reviews, size and weather tips for u.go, Richeson, Jullian, Jackson's and DIY options.
Gear & Setup
29 Jul 2026
The Best Plein Air Palette for Oils, Watercolour and Everything In Between
Practical guide to choosing the best plein air palette for oils, acrylics, watercolour and gouache. Covers grey surfaces, glass, wood, disposable pads and folding palettes for travel.
Gear & Setup
23 Jul 2026
The Best Portable Chairs and Stools for Plein Air Painting
Practical guide to choosing a portable chair for plein air painting. Compare sit mats, stools, ultralight and full chairs to match how far you walk, terrain and session length.
Gear & Setup
9 Jul 2026
Weatherproof Plein Air Gear for UK Artists: A Practical Roundup
A practical roundup of weatherproof plein air gear for UK artists, focusing on sturdy umbrellas, layered clothing systems and waterproof transport to keep you painting through wind and rain.
Gear & Setup
7 Jul 2026
Best Budget Plein Air Oil Painting Setup: A Complete UK Starter Kit
A clear UK starter kit for budget plein air oil painting setup. Covers pochade vs easel, limited palettes, panel choices, brushes, solvents, and three realistic budget tiers.
Gear & Setup
3 Jul 2026
The Best Backpack for Plein Air Painting: Is a Specialist Pack Worth It?
Practical, UK-focused advice on choosing the best backpack for plein air painting. When the Richeson specialist pack justifies £220 and when a general daypack or camera bag is smarter.
Gear & Setup
2 Jul 2026
Using a Tripod for Plein Air Painting: What to Look For and Whether It's Right for You
Practical guide to using a camera-style tripod for plein air painting. Learn material and head choices, load and stability tips, umbrella advice and UK options for different budgets.
Gear & Setup
28 Jun 2026
Lightweight Easels for Plein Air: The Best Setup if Weight and Comfort Matter
Practical review of the New Wave U.GO pochade box and LCS1 tripod. If weight and comfort matter, this lightweight plein air system offers fast setup, portability and good seated use.
Gear & Setup
25 Jun 2026
The Complete Buyer's Guide to Plein Air Easels for UK Artists (2026)
Practical 2026 guide to choosing a plein air easel in the UK. Covers French easels, field easels, pochade boxes and micro kits with UK weather, terrain and transport advice.
Gear & Setup
2 Jul 2026
Best Pochade Boxes Under £100 for UK Plein Air Painting
A practical UK guide to budget plein air painting box options under £100. Compare Jackson's pochade box for oils and compact watercolour field kits, plus buying tips on tripod mounts and panel sizes.
Gear & Setup
27 Jun 2026
Pochade Box vs French Easel: Which Is Right for You?
Practical comparison of pochade boxes and French easels for plein air painters. Covers portability, setup speed, panel size, stability, costs and clear recommendations for UK users.
Gear & Setup
27 Jun 2026
The Best Plein Air Painting Kits for Beginners in the UK
A UK-focused primer on starting outdoor oil painting. Learn whether to pick a pochade box or field easel, choose oils or water-mixable oils, build a limited palette, and pack smart for your first sessions.
Gear & Setup
25 Jun 2026