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 Wet Panel Carrier

Figure 5 Wet Panel Carrier

 The unsung hero of plein air painting. What could be worse than
painting a few panels then trying to get them home without
smudging or destroying the wet paint?. The panel carrier comes in
various sizes. You can slot the panels in and close the box thereby
making safe transport possible.
 There are many types of wooden carriers, but they can be
expensive. Other options include plastic and even cardboard ones
that provide temporary solutions. Of course if you are handy with
woodwork you can make a basic carrier. I have made a few myself
that work well for temporary purposes. If you are traveling overseas
for instance it would pay to get a sturdy box.
Paper Towel and Rags
 Another humble hero to the oil painter. Paper towels (or loo rolls if
you run out) are essential to clean off your brush in a hurry and
soak up spirits to dry your brush after cleaning. A rag will help to
wipe a spill or wipe your painting panel.

An Artist’s Guide to Plein Air Painting

Malcolm Dewey