Honest reviews and buying guides for painters who work outdoors. From easels and pochade boxes to paints, brushes, and portable setup essentials, this section focuses on equipment that is practical, reliable, and genuinely useful in the field.
A practical UK guide to choosing the best brushes for oil painting outdoors. Learn which shapes and bristles to carry, starter kit picks and simple field care to keep brushes working.
27 Apr 2026
Practical comparison of pochade box and French easel for UK plein air painters. Covers weight, setup, stability, palette space and which suits your medium.
22 Apr 2026
A practical UK guide to oil paints for plein air. Covers student versus artist grade, best brands, a six colour starter palette, alkyds and water-mixables, plus cold weather and transport tips.
22 Apr 2026
A practical guide to assembling a beginner plein air painting kit in the UK. Focus on essentials, keep the kit small, and choose surfaces first.
22 Apr 2026
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