I spent some more time finishing off my pochade.
I replaced the hinges and clasp and made a brace from a couple of mending strips. I have an old camera tripod which is missing the block that is supposed to screw into the camera. So I made a mounting block out of three pieces of boxwood and glued and screwed them into the botom of the cigar box. I actually used it today for one of my Daily Paintings. I am still on the look out for some accessories. I need a suitable palette and a way of securing it in the box so that I can transport it without the paint getting all over everything. I would also like to find a good way to secure the panel while painting. Watch this space.
Pochade Clasp
Pochade Brace
Pochade Hinges
Pochade Mount
Mounted on a Tripod
Fantastic job! I was going to buy one, but now I’ll make one.
Fabulous idea!!!! I’ll be back to see more of what you create!
PS I love cigar boxes! I have a tiny collection I display on my book shelf.