You inspired me to make an easel for my tripod, and I expanded on your drawing board idea by making a shelf too. I also gave you credit on my CZcams how to video. Thanks for the inspiration!
Doug Jones Thanks so much for the “shout out,” Doug. Your easel set-up looks fantastic!!! Much cleaner-looking than mine. I’ve been thinking about making a better-looking one soon. Your shelf idea is also fantastic!! I think I’m going to have to make one, too. Thanks for improving the idea and sharing. I’m going to try to post this to the top of the comments so others will see it and can check out your video. 👍
Your artwork is gorgeous and your easel setup is awesome. I have to say, the upside down magnetic clip idea is genius and simple and something I don't think I would have thought of on my own! Thank you for sharing that!
Love this setup! the other sketch easels i've seen genarally have these special hinges, that are so hard to find, i love this design for not having any, great work!
Thanks so much for this. I'm using a Strada easel for both oil and watercolor right now, but it's a lot of weight for watercolor. This gives me ideas for still using my tripod, but with a lighter surface.
I love this setup! You are SO talented!! You and "Jared likes to draw" have the most creative ideas and are so great at explaining process. Exactly what would be most beneficial.... Thanks again for sharing
When you clipped those fridge magnet clips on for your palette, I kind of flipped out. Genius. Thanks for this video. You’ve given me some great ideas! New subscriber!
Great video- this is a really smart setup. I have spent a bunch of time building complex pochade boxes to solve a lot of issues but when it comes down to it- just a simple board is really the most versatile and travel-able set ups. I have a similar rig I made with plywood and a “Gurney easel” I made which I use way more than the boxes that end up too heavy and cumbersome. :) looking forward to more videos!
Really like the magnet clips, I use a spring loaded hand clamp but it does intrude on the mixing well, especially if I'm using a small sketchers palette. I have streamlined my rig to a light weight UPVC batten about 2"x 16" x 3/8". This has the tripod mount fitted to its centre and fits easily in my tripod bag. I just clip my support board or sketchbook to the batten with either bulldog clips or small sprung hand clamps. If I need a support board, I have replaced my normal plywood board with 2 sections of interlocking Correx type panel. I think it was from some bathroom wall covering I found in a skip, but it has tongue and grove edges that hold quite firm just pushed together. I have cut it so I have a 12" x 16" board that breaks down to 2 12" x 8" sections, so broken down they fit nicely with an A4 Pad in my sketch bag. Sometimes I carry just a small tripod, it only extends to 24" but is ideal height when sitting... which at my age is most preferable. This tripod has 3 sections and collapses to just 10" - it is very light too so I can get the whole lot in a canvas sketching bag or my small day sack.
Loooove all of your ideas! I'm so inspired! Would love to figure out a way to make the table top foldable to fit inside the shoulder bag!!! Thank you @Brian Ashmore Studio
Absolutely brilliant minimal design! I’m already thinking about using something like that for oils, and how I would modify it. Think about rare earth magnets. Thanks!
This is a nice set up. I really like the idea about the magnetic clips for metal palettes. I just thought that with the rag, instead of using a clamp, and since you mentioned carabiners, you could get a cheap golf towel (since they come with carabiners already, are absorbent and come in a nice size) and use that to clip it onto the hole with the nut you've already made. Thank for sharing!!
Nice job Brian! I always love to see how artists customize their outdoor work space. I think my plein air (oils) set up is mostly a Rube Goldberg contraption from different artists... that seems to work best for me. Appreciate your taking the time to make and post this. Hope you get out and paint soon!
Steve Atkinson Studio Thanks for watching, Steve! I can definitely see how an artist would need something more complete for oils. Btw, your work is GORGEOUS!!!!
Thanks Brian, right back at ya! I'm looking forward to seeing you starting to post more. I have the same plans when I can get a camera for my time lapse that can lock my white balance and exposure.
I made this and it works great; however, I kept the clamp on it and just turned it 90 degrees. the handle works great for hanging a towel. I bought a clip that holds my plastic wine glass on the side. My folding water container has pockets on the sides for brushes. Love it all.
I used to carry around my camera tripod for painting in plein air, though heavy and bulky. But I knew I had to look for a cheap and light tripod, which I eventually bought for 10 Euro in a Chinese goods store. I am exceedingly happy with it and it even fits inside my backpack.
You absolutely need to patent this! Or at least contract with an art supplier to manufacture/market this easel set-up! I would definitely buy something like this for plein air!
Caroline Evans Thanks much! I appreciate it! However, just about every aspect of my set-up is something I've seen another artist do with their outdoor kit (chief among them, James Gurney). There are a couple aspects that might be my idea but I can't even be completely sure of that. Ha ha! I just wanted to share what I use and hope it sparks even better ideas in others. Thanks for watching!
Great on-the-go setup! One suggestion for the paintbrush holes that might work, is to add a ring of some foam or sponge material to create just enough resistance to prevent the brushes from falling through (maybe weatherstripping, then use a hole puncher for the brush opening?). I'm sure you'd prefer not having the clutter of brushes there at the bottom, if possible.
Mo Poppins That's a really great idea! That would probably work really well. I've found that I really only use a couple of brushes when painting outside. One in my right hand and the other in my left with my palette. I really only use the rail while I'm not painting and need a place to set everything down. If I ever try a board with holes for brushes, again, I may try your idea. 👍
Question: How did you attach the magnet to your small plastic water cup (that you showed on top of the board)? Could one glue a magnet on the inside, to make it flush? Thanks for the great video of your set up, and agree the upside down magnet clips was a brilliant idea!
A decent music stand can make a nice working surface as well, I have one that folds up (not the "wire" ones), and it's sturdy, the lip is a little tall though, but since its metal, I can use magnets easily. and I can use it to hold music lol
Lore Carpentier Sorry, it's that way to wake you up before being put to sleep by my voice. Ha, ha! I'll try to lower the volume on the opening music a bit in the future.
You are great, this is a super cool and cheap way to have a plein air painting time! I struggle with the places I seat, where I put my stuff and all of this!!!! I always ended up in a corner, surrender and all my things outside my bag. What a mess! I will try to recreate your method, sounds logical tho!
Brian Ashmore Studio thank you Brian! I will post some photos when I will do it. Definitely I have time in June, so I will try to recreate it and show you some pics! This is really an inexpensive solution and I really want to try the magnet in the water container. So clever and easy! I have butterfingers so I am dropping every time my water. Great job!
That sounds great! I'd love to see what you come up with. It is nice to have ways, like magnets, to keep things from falling all over. It makes it easier to just concentrate on the art and not have to worry about things falling. 👍
Give me time and I will definitely do it, and I will be aware of things fallings. I don't know where do you buy this gigantic magnets! I had tried to buy some huge, and they are not magnetise enough!
Great ideas here. Thanks for posting. Do you ever use sheet paper with this set up, or only blocks and sketchbooks. The reason I ask is, I’d like to know how you would deal with the T-nut protruding. Thanks in advance and look forward to your future postings.
hlk01 Hi! That was definitely a consideration. It does protrude a bit above the top of the board and would not be ideal for single sheets. Since I knew I would be using this for watercolor blocks and sketchbooks, I knew the protrusion wouldn't be an issue. Also, if I ever take single sheets out on location, I would tape them to a separate small board beforehand. I suppose the best solution would be to countersink the t-nut flush with the board but I was worried that with the board being fairly thin (and just chipboard) that it might be a weak joint. Next time, I may glue a thin block of wood to the bottom and then countersink the front using a circle drill bit and small chisel. Good question.
I’d really like to make one of those. Can you make a video on how you drilled the T-nut hole in the board and how much mat board you put and how you attach it to the board. Did you use glue? Id be interested in seeing how you put the whole board together. Great video and thank you!
Victoria Lipford Hi Victoria! If I end up converting my new board, I will definitely shoot some video. It's pretty simple once you have the materials, in hand. You just need to find the center of the board and drill a hole big enough for the narrow end of the t-nut. Once you have the hole drilled, you can just feed the t-nut through. I think I glued it in with a little super-glue. The glue is there to just keep the t-nut in place when not in use since the clamping action of the tripod screwed into the t-nut from the bottom side would hold firm even without glue. For the mat board, it's just there to give the tripod mount a flat surface around the t-nut. Otherwise, it would stick out from the bottom of the board. I just used some elmers or something similar to glue two layers of mat board around the t-nut. It doesn't have to be something fancy (mine sure isn't)... just enough thickness to match the thickness of the t-nut poking through the bottom of the board. Like I said, if you buy the materials, it will be pretty easy to figure out. Hope this helps!
Hi there, thanks for sharing! I've been enjoying the videos I've seen, mostly your kits and plein air setup... just a word of feedback, the volume of your opening credits is really quite a bit louder than the average opener, which makes for frustrating hurried fiddling with controls, especially when compared to the volume level of your voice, which is on the quiet side of whatever "normal" is on CZcams, and the combination is a bit off-putting. Just housekeeping stuff, really, but it makes a big difference to your watch stats.
Hi Nickie! Yes!! The sound was a problem, early on. In my more recent videos, I've changed the intro or at least tried to control volumes. Thanks for the constructive criticism and thanks for watching!!
Great paintings. Nice bag (wish it came in pink). I plan to use your idea on magnet clamps. Could you please give more info. or link to your tripod? Thank you, Jeanne
Thanks very much, Jeanne! Here's an Amazon link to the tripod... www.amazon.com/Z818-Professional-Monopod-Release-Carring/dp/B013UES3UQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1541616382&sr=8-3&keywords=zomei+tripod+z818
Jenny May I had thought about wrapping the travel brush barrels in tape to give them some "stoppage." O-rings is a great idea! I've found that when I'm actually painting, I am just throwing the brushes down on the tray, anyway. I think taking the time to carefully place the brushes in the holes might interrupt my work flow. Best laid plans.... ha, ha.
Sam Scott Hey Sam, To be honest, I’m not sure how to take your question. I paint a lot AND I’m kind of a gear-aholic when it comes to watercolor supplies. What were you getting at?
Sam Scott With more consideration, I think I may understand your question better. I think you are asking about this channel, specifically, and whether I do videos on painting or if I just show supplies and what-not. If so, I think I can give a better answer. I love seeing other artists' supplies and equipment and have noticed that other artists do, as well. So, I've intentionally "kicked off" this channel with a lot of videos on gear (and there are more to come). However, I do intend to do some painting videos but they may be more about specific tips and techniques in watercolor rather than showing full paintings from start to finish. We'll see. I'm new at this (making videos) but anything is possible for future content. I took your question as implying that I don't paint much (in general) but just show gear and pretend to be an artist. I hope that's not the case, and upon further thought, I don't think that was your intention. If it was, I guess all I can say is that with CZcams, you get what you pay for. 😁
THEMAYQUEEN1 Thank you! The clamps seem to have just the right amount of tension to not cause any dents. Plus, the orange plastic at the tips is a bit softer. Great question.
I think it would add to the usefulness of you videos if you could include links to all of the materials you show. When you say things like this is a whatever and I got it at Hobby Lobby or whatever you underestimate the ignorance if some of us who are new to art and new to construction, me for instance. Many artists use Amazon links but also art shops and sources for the nuts and bolts type items. These would go in the top area where info is noted. Your videos give useful info but personally I like looking at product links as I continue through the videos. It adds lots to considering the products and construction estimates, knowing that with this info I can then track down bargain sources. One additional point in having this info is that it gives me the real name of the item as it will appear on the product itself and access to a product picture which helps me since too many times I am left trying to track down "thingies that do such and such" ! The info you put in this video for theT-Nuts was perfect. Thanks. New subbie here.
Farmwife Noted!... and thanks for the advice. I will try to add links in future videos when I'm showing things that others might want to seek out for themselves.
Jill Mascianica That’s a great idea. I had thought about using tape. However, I’ve found that I probably wouldn’t use the holes much, anyway. Kind of a hinderance, for me, during working.
Absolutely brilliant minimal design! I’m already thinking about using something like that for oils, and how I would modify it. Think about rare earth magnets. Thanks!
You inspired me to make an easel for my tripod, and I expanded on your drawing board idea by making a shelf too. I also gave you credit on my CZcams how to video. Thanks for the inspiration!
Doug Jones Thanks so much for the “shout out,” Doug. Your easel set-up looks fantastic!!! Much cleaner-looking than mine. I’ve been thinking about making a better-looking one soon. Your shelf idea is also fantastic!! I think I’m going to have to make one, too. Thanks for improving the idea and sharing. I’m going to try to post this to the top of the comments so others will see it and can check out your video. 👍
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The magnetic clips idea is such a great way to hold the palette! Thank you for that idea!!
I love this idea, love the side clips for your palette and some of the extras, brilliant , thank you for sharing
Your artwork is gorgeous and your easel setup is awesome. I have to say, the upside down magnetic clip idea is genius and simple and something I don't think I would have thought of on my own! Thank you for sharing that!
pixelposy Thanks!... and thanks very much for watching.
I love this! This is exactly what I was looking for. Also, I love your work. Thanks so much for sharing.
You have the best ideas. Thank you!
I just made an easel very similar to this but that idea with the magnetic clips upside down to hold the palette is genius! Definitely going to try it!
This is a very nice set-up! That magnet use is genius! And I loved the paintings you showed in the end.
Kat Gosiengfiao Thanks so much, Kat! I really appreciate it!
Wow! That is a really great idea for a DIY Easel. I love it! And your paintings are gorgeous, too. Have a wonderful evening. 😊
Thanks so much!!
Super sweet & completely brilliant little setup you have there
Love this setup! the other sketch easels i've seen genarally have these special hinges, that are so hard to find, i love this design for not having any, great work!
Thanks so much for this. I'm using a Strada easel for both oil and watercolor right now, but it's a lot of weight for watercolor. This gives me ideas for still using my tripod, but with a lighter surface.
I love this setup! You are SO talented!! You and "Jared likes to draw" have the most creative ideas and are so great at explaining process. Exactly what would be most beneficial....
Thanks again for sharing
Thanks for watching, Nancy! I love Jared's channel, as well. Great guy and great artist!
This is such a genius idea! Inlove this video!
I bought the same board but and use it on a easel. This is ingenious!
When you clipped those fridge magnet clips on for your palette, I kind of flipped out. Genius. Thanks for this video. You’ve given me some great ideas! New subscriber!
Beautiful beautiful set up!
Thanks for sharing!
I was going to compliment the items and design of your setup here but then I saw the paintings and Dang! I really like those! Very good
I would love to see more of your art. From what you've shown I love your style.
Danielle TDG Thanks very much!
Awesome ideas! Thank you for sharing!
love your idea on the magnet clips to hold your palette
Great video- this is a really smart setup. I have spent a bunch of time building complex pochade boxes to solve a lot of issues but when it comes down to it- just a simple board is really the most versatile and travel-able set ups. I have a similar rig I made with plywood and a “Gurney easel” I made which I use way more than the boxes that end up too heavy and cumbersome. :) looking forward to more videos!
Jared Cullum Thanks, Jared! You've done some incredible DIY stuff! I was floored when I realized that you made your own brass palettes.
really nice and ergonomic easel. Well done Brian thanks for sharing :)
The magnet clips are genius!
Nice set up for your watercolor art. I like how you customized your drawing board. And your artwork is great.
Vampazilla Thanks very much!... and thanks for watching!
This was so perfect that I wish I could pay you to make me one. 👌🏽😄
What a great innovative mobile work station!
Thank you for sharing.
Liked & subscribed.
Hi Becky! Thanks so much for subscribing!! There are much better mobile stations out there but this one works for me. ha, ha!
Really like the magnet clips, I use a spring loaded hand clamp but it does intrude on the mixing well, especially if I'm using a small sketchers palette. I have streamlined my rig to a light weight UPVC batten about 2"x 16" x 3/8". This has the tripod mount fitted to its centre and fits easily in my tripod bag. I just clip my support board or sketchbook to the batten with either bulldog clips or small sprung hand clamps. If I need a support board, I have replaced my normal plywood board with 2 sections of interlocking Correx type panel. I think it was from some bathroom wall covering I found in a skip, but it has tongue and grove edges that hold quite firm just pushed together. I have cut it so I have a 12" x 16" board that breaks down to 2 12" x 8" sections, so broken down they fit nicely with an A4 Pad in my sketch bag. Sometimes I carry just a small tripod, it only extends to 24" but is ideal height when sitting... which at my age is most preferable. This tripod has 3 sections and collapses to just 10" - it is very light too so I can get the whole lot in a canvas sketching bag or my small day sack.
Hey Peter! Those sound like really great options for painting support. Thanks! I hear you about a chair being preferable. I'm there, too. 😁👍
Brilliant set up! Thank u
That is so ingenious! Very cool!
Pam McArdle Thanks! Lots of ideas borrowed from other easels. 👍
Loooove all of your ideas! I'm so inspired! Would love to figure out a way to make the table top foldable to fit inside the shoulder bag!!! Thank you @Brian Ashmore Studio
That would be great! There might be some way to do it with hinges. 🤔
You improve products! as an artist and mechanical engineer and product beautiful art!
Your work is beautiful! Great set up.
Jen Design Thank you. I really appreciate it!
Fantastic idea!
That was cool, thanks again.
Absolutely brilliant minimal design! I’m already thinking about using something like that for oils, and how I would modify it. Think about rare earth magnets. Thanks!
Great ideas and wonderful paintings... thanks for the video
Tina Reul Thank you and thanks for watching!
Love this thanks for sharing
Good stuff my friend--love those painting too :)
maddwoba Thanks, MW! 👍
great painting 👍🏼
This is a nice set up. I really like the idea about the magnetic clips for metal palettes. I just thought that with the rag, instead of using a clamp, and since you mentioned carabiners, you could get a cheap golf towel (since they come with carabiners already, are absorbent and come in a nice size) and use that to clip it onto the hole with the nut you've already made. Thank for sharing!!
The gold towel is a GREAT idea!! I didn't even realize they existed (with built in ways to attach). I will definitely look into that!! Thanks much!
Amazing!!!
Use masking tape around your travel brushes at the top so that it doesn't slide down the holes you have made.
I like your set up. Have a great day.
Thanks so much! Hope you are having a great one, as well.
Nice job Brian! I always love to see how artists customize their outdoor work space. I think my plein air (oils) set up is mostly a Rube Goldberg contraption from different artists... that seems to work best for me. Appreciate your taking the time to make and post this. Hope you get out and paint soon!
Steve Atkinson Studio Thanks for watching, Steve! I can definitely see how an artist would need something more complete for oils. Btw, your work is GORGEOUS!!!!
Thanks Brian, right back at ya! I'm looking forward to seeing you starting to post more. I have the same plans when I can get a camera for my time lapse that can lock my white balance and exposure.
Looking forward to seeing what you do! I will sub to make sure I don't miss anything! 👍
thank you for the inspiration! your videos are very informative :)
I was thinking of purchasing a French easel, now this looks more interesting
It's cheap, at least. Ha, ha!
Sweet set up
Magnet clips are an ingenious idea!
Katherine Sullivan Thanks! I'm sure I've seen something similar somewhere else but can't remember where...
it's an awesome vlog, because you think of how to work easier. thank you for sharing me this, perhaps i should do things you do one day 😊
Eka Widodo Hello Eka! Thanks for watching and commenting. You can do it. 👍😁
Nice arrangement, i am starting up
I made this and it works great; however, I kept the clamp on it and just turned it 90 degrees. the handle works great for hanging a towel. I bought a clip that holds my plastic wine glass on the side. My folding water container has pockets on the sides for brushes. Love it all.
That sounds great, Valerie! I love that you have a place for a wine glass! Very posh!
Magnet! What smart way to use them
Very good set up and nice G.I.JOE Adventure Team Patch 👍
Thanks! One of my favorites as a kid.👍
I used to carry around my camera tripod for painting in plein air, though heavy and bulky. But I knew I had to look for a cheap and light tripod, which I eventually bought for 10 Euro in a Chinese goods store. I am exceedingly happy with it and it even fits inside my backpack.
It's always great to find something useful at a great price. Congrats!
You absolutely need to patent this! Or at least contract with an art supplier to manufacture/market this easel set-up! I would definitely buy something like this for plein air!
Caroline Evans Thanks much! I appreciate it! However, just about every aspect of my set-up is something I've seen another artist do with their outdoor kit (chief among them, James Gurney). There are a couple aspects that might be my idea but I can't even be completely sure of that. Ha ha! I just wanted to share what I use and hope it sparks even better ideas in others. Thanks for watching!
Great idea for plein air painting,!
Blissfulthings Thanks much!
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Very helpful thank you 😊
Great on-the-go setup! One suggestion for the paintbrush holes that might work, is to add a ring of some foam or sponge material to create just enough resistance to prevent the brushes from falling through (maybe weatherstripping, then use a hole puncher for the brush opening?). I'm sure you'd prefer not having the clutter of brushes there at the bottom, if possible.
Mo Poppins That's a really great idea! That would probably work really well. I've found that I really only use a couple of brushes when painting outside. One in my right hand and the other in my left with my palette. I really only use the rail while I'm not painting and need a place to set everything down. If I ever try a board with holes for brushes, again, I may try your idea. 👍
Question: How did you attach the magnet to your small plastic water cup (that you showed on top of the board)? Could one glue a magnet on the inside, to make it flush? Thanks for the great video of your set up, and agree the upside down magnet clips was a brilliant idea!
A decent music stand can make a nice working surface as well, I have one that folds up (not the "wire" ones), and it's sturdy, the lip is a little tall though, but since its metal, I can use magnets easily. and I can use it to hold music lol
Do you have a link to your stand or a similar one? Thanks.
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your intro is soooo looouud :'D
Lore Carpentier Sorry, it's that way to wake you up before being put to sleep by my voice. Ha, ha! I'll try to lower the volume on the opening music a bit in the future.
Man, I wish to pin down my palette like that too but when I do the paint runs and drips, so I have to hold it.
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You are great, this is a super cool and cheap way to have a plein air painting time! I struggle with the places I seat, where I put my stuff and all of this!!!! I always ended up in a corner, surrender and all my things outside my bag. What a mess! I will try to recreate your method, sounds logical tho!
Sonsoles CQ Yes! This is a very cheap and useful solution to painting outside. ...and you will have a place to rest your Escodas! 😁👍
Brian Ashmore Studio thank you Brian! I will post some photos when I will do it. Definitely I have time in June, so I will try to recreate it and show you some pics! This is really an inexpensive solution and I really want to try the magnet in the water container. So clever and easy! I have butterfingers so I am dropping every time my water. Great job!
Brian Ashmore Studio I wish Escoda could know how much we like their brushes!
That sounds great! I'd love to see what you come up with. It is nice to have ways, like magnets, to keep things from falling all over. It makes it easier to just concentrate on the art and not have to worry about things falling. 👍
Give me time and I will definitely do it, and I will be aware of things fallings. I don't know where do you buy this gigantic magnets! I had tried to buy some huge, and they are not magnetise enough!
Excellent ! I have a good tripod and ball head. Just gotta put hubby to work. 😬Is the T nut in the center of the board?
Genius.
Hamna Akram Thanks! Lots of ideas from other artists...
Upside down magnet clips, genius!
Peter Helton It works! :)
I ordered some.
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Great ideas here. Thanks for posting.
Do you ever use sheet paper with this set up, or only blocks and sketchbooks. The reason I ask is, I’d like to know how you would deal with the T-nut protruding.
Thanks in advance and look forward to your future postings.
hlk01 Hi! That was definitely a consideration. It does protrude a bit above the top of the board and would not be ideal for single sheets. Since I knew I would be using this for watercolor blocks and sketchbooks, I knew the protrusion wouldn't be an issue. Also, if I ever take single sheets out on location, I would tape them to a separate small board beforehand. I suppose the best solution would be to countersink the t-nut flush with the board but I was worried that with the board being fairly thin (and just chipboard) that it might be a weak joint. Next time, I may glue a thin block of wood to the bottom and then countersink the front using a circle drill bit and small chisel. Good question.
What do you call that little screw nut thingy that goes into the board? I forget.
I’d really like to make one of those. Can you make a video on how you drilled the T-nut hole in the board and how much mat board you put and how you attach it to the board. Did you use glue? Id be interested in seeing how you put the whole board together. Great video and thank you!
Victoria Lipford Hi Victoria! If I end up converting my new board, I will definitely shoot some video. It's pretty simple once you have the materials, in hand. You just need to find the center of the board and drill a hole big enough for the narrow end of the t-nut. Once you have the hole drilled, you can just feed the t-nut through. I think I glued it in with a little super-glue. The glue is there to just keep the t-nut in place when not in use since the clamping action of the tripod screwed into the t-nut from the bottom side would hold firm even without glue. For the mat board, it's just there to give the tripod mount a flat surface around the t-nut. Otherwise, it would stick out from the bottom of the board. I just used some elmers or something similar to glue two layers of mat board around the t-nut. It doesn't have to be something fancy (mine sure isn't)... just enough thickness to match the thickness of the t-nut poking through the bottom of the board. Like I said, if you buy the materials, it will be pretty easy to figure out. Hope this helps!
Brian Ashmore Studio Thanks Brian! Thanks for your videos. Very good information in them!
Brian Ashmore Studio Great! Thank you! I actually tried to make one. Doesn’t look as great as yours but I think it may work. Thank you!
Victoria Lipford Great to hear! They really are pretty simple and don't need to be fancy. :)
whoops, the water container hangs below where you have it, too.
Do you have a video of your sketchbooks?
Where did you get those clamps?
Where i could buy the small screw on the board to connect to Tripod?
I bought mine at Lowes in the Fasteners (screws, bolts, nuts) section.
Where did you buy that nut ?
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A quel endroit avez-vous acheté cet écrou ?
Sorry for the late reply. It’s from a hardware store called Lowe’s.
Hi there, thanks for sharing! I've been enjoying the videos I've seen, mostly your kits and plein air setup... just a word of feedback, the volume of your opening credits is really quite a bit louder than the average opener, which makes for frustrating hurried fiddling with controls, especially when compared to the volume level of your voice, which is on the quiet side of whatever "normal" is on CZcams, and the combination is a bit off-putting. Just housekeeping stuff, really, but it makes a big difference to your watch stats.
Hi Nickie! Yes!! The sound was a problem, early on. In my more recent videos, I've changed the intro or at least tried to control volumes. Thanks for the constructive criticism and thanks for watching!!
Great paintings. Nice bag (wish it came in pink). I plan to use your idea on magnet clamps.
Could you please give more info. or link to your tripod?
Thank you,
Jeanne
Thanks very much, Jeanne! Here's an Amazon link to the tripod... www.amazon.com/Z818-Professional-Monopod-Release-Carring/dp/B013UES3UQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1541616382&sr=8-3&keywords=zomei+tripod+z818
nic work! 1sub.
Thanks!... and thanks for the sub!! Appreciated!
Should put something like rubber bands wrapped around your brushes to stop them from falling through your holes
Wouldn't rubber O rings stop your brushes falling through?
Jenny May I had thought about wrapping the travel brush barrels in tape to give them some "stoppage." O-rings is a great idea! I've found that when I'm actually painting, I am just throwing the brushes down on the tray, anyway. I think taking the time to carefully place the brushes in the holes might interrupt my work flow. Best laid plans.... ha, ha.
Totally agree, and it's more fun.
Do you paint much or just get into stuff?
Sam Scott Hey Sam, To be honest, I’m not sure how to take your question. I paint a lot AND I’m kind of a gear-aholic when it comes to watercolor supplies. What were you getting at?
Sam Scott With more consideration, I think I may understand your question better. I think you are asking about this channel, specifically, and whether I do videos on painting or if I just show supplies and what-not. If so, I think I can give a better answer. I love seeing other artists' supplies and equipment and have noticed that other artists do, as well. So, I've intentionally "kicked off" this channel with a lot of videos on gear (and there are more to come). However, I do intend to do some painting videos but they may be more about specific tips and techniques in watercolor rather than showing full paintings from start to finish. We'll see. I'm new at this (making videos) but anything is possible for future content. I took your question as implying that I don't paint much (in general) but just show gear and pretend to be an artist. I hope that's not the case, and upon further thought, I don't think that was your intention. If it was, I guess all I can say is that with CZcams, you get what you pay for. 😁
That's a fantastic set up. Do your black clamps create indentations on your arches block pad?
THEMAYQUEEN1 Thank you! The clamps seem to have just the right amount of tension to not cause any dents. Plus, the orange plastic at the tips is a bit softer. Great question.
Brian Ashmore Studio ah ok I wondered that because some of those clamps are really strong. 👍 thanks for your reply
Oops. Thumbs down accident.
I think it would add to the usefulness of you videos if you could include links to all of the materials you show. When you say things like this is a whatever and I got it at Hobby Lobby or whatever you underestimate the ignorance if some of us who are new to art and new to construction, me for instance. Many artists use Amazon links but also art shops and sources for the nuts and bolts type items. These would go in the top area where info is noted. Your videos give useful info but personally I like looking at product links as I continue through the videos. It adds lots to considering the products and construction estimates, knowing that with this info I can then track down bargain sources. One additional point in having this info is that it gives me the real name of the item as it will appear on the product itself and access to a product picture which helps me since too many times I am left trying to track down "thingies that do such and such" ! The info you put in this video for theT-Nuts was perfect. Thanks. New subbie here.
Farmwife Noted!... and thanks for the advice. I will try to add links in future videos when I'm showing things that others might want to seek out for themselves.
how to buy that??
I'm not certain. I bought the board at my local Hobby Lobby. I would imagine Amazon sells them or something very similar.
garbage? Good video... I didn't see any garbage here as you mentioned.... =)
Tracy Heath Ha Ha! Thanks!
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put a rubber band around the brush handle and then it won't fall through the holes you drilled
Jill Mascianica That’s a great idea. I had thought about using tape. However, I’ve found that I probably wouldn’t use the holes much, anyway. Kind of a hinderance, for me, during working.
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This is so similar to Mr. James Gurney’s. 🤔🤔
I’m aware of Jame’s easels. This is actually based on a pre-made, plastic outdoor easel that I’ve seen.
Smells like James gurney
Hobby Lobby is killing locally owned art and hobby shops. I am not sure they need a free plug.
One minute into? Really?
Arturo Arredondo Garza Meaning what?
Another wonderful art video the unnecesary TERRIBLE
music
which does't fit the subject.
Sorry you don't like the music. Thanks for commenting, anyway. I may change the intro, at some point. We'll see. ;)
Absolutely brilliant minimal design! I’m already thinking about using something like that for oils, and how I would modify it. Think about rare earth magnets. Thanks!