The STRADA Mark II features the same simplicity, durability and precision construction as the original STRADA Easel design.  The STRADA Mark II is a mast style painting system for artists who want to paint larger works in the studio or outdoors.  

In this package, your easel comes with a palette installed.  Choose between the classic  HDPE Plexiglass Palette or the  Neutral Gray Bamboo Palette

The STRADA Mark II Starter Package includes:

• STRADA Mark II Palette 
• STRADA Mark II Mast
• STRADA CF405 Carbon Fiber Tripod
• HDPE Plexiglass Palette or Neutral Gray Bamboo Palette
• Brushwasher Mini
• Turp Hook
• Plastic Scraper
• Paint Tube Opener 

The STRADA Mark II Palette measures

9 7/8" x 14 7/16" x 1" (25 cm x 36 cm x 2.5 cm), weighs 2 lbs 12 oz, and is easy to fold up and store in a backpack.   It has two adjustable arms that attach to any tripod legs and generous side panels that double as brush holder and palette cover.  

The STRADA Mark II Mast measures 34" in length (86.5 cm), weighs 1 lb 9 oz and can hold a canvas panel of any size up to a 30" high or wide depending on the orientation of the Mast. The STRADA Mark II can accommodate any width panel or stretched canvas and can be disassembled into two 17" parts for compact storage.

Watch a brief setup video here.

The following video offers more information about the STRADA MARK II

STRADA Easel and STRADA MARK II

Here is a video link with setup instructions for the tripod: 

Tripod Instructions

Please familiarize yourself with the operating instructions shown in the video before use.   

Note: the telescoping leg sections feature a twist-style lock.  It is only necessary to turn 1/2 turn to unlock the leg.  If the locks are twisted more than a full turn, the leg may fall out.  Failure to follow these instructions will void the tripod warranty. 

Made in the USA 

US Pat. 9,102,192 and D687,096