Not everyone has room for a full-size easel, and plenty of people would rather not give up a corner of the spare room to one. A clamp-on easel solves this neatly: it fixes to the edge of a table or desk, holds your work upright at a comfortable working height, and comes off again when you need the table back for dinner. This aluminium model is lightweight and sturdy, which is a sensible combination in a piece of kit that spends its life being clamped, unclamped and carried about.
Clamping to a table keeps the easel steady while you work, and because it uses the table you already have, it suits small studios, kitchen tables, desks, classrooms and workshop settings where floor space is tight. It is a handy choice for painting and drawing at table height, for propping up a canvas, board or sketchbook while you work, and for working on smaller pieces without setting up a full studio. Aluminium keeps it light enough to move between rooms and tough enough for regular use.
It is an easy way to set up a dedicated spot for creative work wherever there is a decent table edge, and a good option for students, hobbyists and anyone with limited room who still wants to work upright rather than flat on a surface.
Please check that your table or desk edge is suitable for clamping before use, and take care not to overtighten the clamp on delicate surfaces.
- Aluminium clamp-on easel
- Clamps to the edge of a table or desk
- Saves floor space
- Suitable for canvases, boards and sketchbooks
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a clamp-on easel work?
It attaches to the edge of a table or desk with a clamp, so the table supports it instead of floor-standing legs. This keeps the footprint small and means you can set it up almost anywhere that has a suitable table edge.
What surfaces can it be clamped to?
It is designed for tables and desks with an edge that the clamp can grip. Check that your surface is solid enough to take the clamp and the weight of your work, and use a protective pad or cloth on delicate or polished tables to avoid marks.
What can I put on it?
Canvases, boards and sketchbooks are the usual choices. As with any easel, the size and weight your table can safely support will set the practical limit, so heavier or larger pieces need a sturdier setup.
Is it portable?
The aluminium construction keeps it light, so it is easy to carry between rooms or to a class. Because it clamps on and off, you can set it up and take it down quickly whenever you need the table for something else.
Who is it for?
Anyone short on space: students, hobbyists, people working at kitchen tables, and classrooms or workshops where floor-standing easels would be in the way. It is a convenient second easel for people who already have a larger one at home.
