My old setup. way too much stuff.

[Joan T]

I love seeing how you found a way to downsize what you bring with you. That's important especially if you are walking a ways before you find a location. Good for you! Yes, plein air has its challenges and making the materials work for you is such an important step!

 

[cranberryartworks]

Nelson, nice to see your easels for plein air. Your cabin area sounds like a nice place to paint. So, you have experience of the mosquito net, too. I've painted twice in Lapland with the mosquito net which I have actually entire coat. The first plein air trip up north I was cool with it, it didn't bug me at all but the second one from this summer I couldn't tolerate it anymore simply because I can not see values and colors as good as without the net covering my face.

I carry a can of raid. I spray a circle around me and it keeps them away for a while. The best time is with a little wind.