It's the best easel, and the only easel that I will ever need.

It's like having my studio outdoors.
— Sergio Roffo

An image of The original Take It Easel, now Nadeau Easel.

The Nadeau Easel

Name: The Nadeau Easel
Brand: Nadeau Studios
SKU: TIE-2
Price: 649.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$649.00

Handcrafted for every artist, The Nadeau Easel blends fine brass and hardwood, offering unmatched elegance, stability, and versatility. A lifelong investment in creativity and enduring quality in the style of the classic Anderson & Gloucester Easels.

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Arrives Fast (3-5 Days, US)

30-Day Risk-Free Trial

Our Return Promise:We want you to feel confident in your investment.

If you are not completely satisfied with The Nadeau Easel, you can return it within 30 days of delivery for a full refund, according to our full Return Policy. We have always offered free returns for domestic orders.

LIFETIME Warranty!

Guaranteed for Life: We fully guarantee all materials and workmanship. Our commitment to quality is proven by our history: we've only had a couple of easels returned since we began building them almost 40 years ago. The Nadeau Easel is an heirloom, built to last a lifetime.

FREE Shipping (US)

Domestic Orders: Shipping for all purchases and returns within the continental United States is always FREE. Your Nadeau Easel is carefully packaged and arrives fast (3-5 Days, US).

Worldwide Shipping

International Orders: Shipping costs and estimated delivery times are calculated in real-time at checkout based on your location. We subsidize a portion of the cost to offer you the best possible rate.

Note: All customs, duties, and import fees are the customer's responsibility.

Limited Edition

The ONLY authentic Gloucester Easel in the world, your Limited Edition Nadeau Easel carries our original Take It Easel branding, seared into the wood in our Vermont workshop to reflect our roots and honor the craftsmanship that began with our father’s vision.

As we transition our brand’s name to Nadeau Studios, this may be the final opportunity to own an original with the Take It Easel legacy branding.

Craftsmanship

Beautiful. Functional. Durable.

North American Hardwood & Solid Brass

Naturally superior.

The Nadeau Easel is hand-selected from North American hardwood for superior strength, and paired with solid brass knobs that resist tarnishing and ensure longevity.

You Can Feel It in Every Move

Precision engineering.

Smooth adjustment mechanisms and sturdy locking joints ensure The Nadeau Easel delivers a seamless and reliable painting experience day after day.

Decades of Field-testing by the world's best

Refined durability.

From heavy winds and rough terrain to the quiet precision of the studio, The Nadeau Easel delivers a rock-solid foundation to the world's most experienced painters...every time.

Heirloom-Quality Finish

Timeless aesthetics.

The elegant design and natural finish of The Nadeau Easel naturally complement both studio and home, reflecting true heirloom-quality craftsmanship.

An Investment in Your Family's History

Handcrafted legacy.

Each easel reflects generations of dedication to quality and artistry, making it a lifetime investment for artists and their family.

Agility

Seamless transition from studio to field . . . and back.

Folds Fast, Travels Far

Effortless portability.

The Nadeau easel is light weight and folds down compactly, so you can easily bring your creative practice wherever inspiration strikes.

Massive Capacity, Minimal Footprint

Studio excellence.

Compact yet uncompromising. The Nadeau Easel anchors your studio practice, accommodating everything from intimate 8x10 panels to massive 4x6 foot canvases.

Practically Perfect En Plein-Air

Engineered stability.

The Nadeau Easel is the most stable plein-air easel available. Its fully-adjustable tripod legs that span up to four feet are engineered to never slip — so you never have to worry about picking your artwork and supplies out of the mud (or snow).

Sit, Stand, Paint...Without Limits

Agile, by design.

The Nadeau Easel is the only design that supports the supplies of any medium at an accessible working height while you are standing or sitting.

Instant, Secure Adjustments

Slide, lock, paint.

Experience zero fumbling in the field. The solid brass knobs are designed for ergonomic speed—allowing instant adjustments, even with heavy gloves.

Heritage

A legacy of creativity & craft.

The Only Authentic Revival of the Classics

The original.

We are the home of the original Take-It-Easel—the only authentic descendant of the classic Anderson and Gloucester Easel designs, preserved and perfected for the modern artist.

Resurrected by Artists, for Artists

A family revival.

Inspired by master painter Rosalie Nadeau, our family revived the design to keep this beloved tool alive. We have been dedicated to crafting The Nadeau Easel ever since.

Old-World Craft, New-World Engineering

Modern tradition.

For almost three decades, owner-craftsman Tobin Nadeau has personally ensured every Nadeau Easel is meticulously crafted, applying an engineering focus to precision and flawless performance.

Trusted by the Masters

Pro-grade.

For over a century, The Nadeau Easel's classic Anderson/Gloucester design has been favored by professional painters for both studio and plein-air painting. It offers unmatched stability and versatility for painting large outdoors, and allows professional painters to move seamlessly between indoor and outdoor painting with the exact same setup, every time.

Paint Your Own History

Shared legacy.

The Nadeau Easel is more than a tool; it is a soulful instrument: a testament to timeless craftsmanship, and an heirloom that you can proudly pass on to the artist of your family's next generation.

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Craftsmanship

Beautiful. Functional. Durable.

Agility

Seamless transition from studio to field . . . and back.

Heritage

A legacy of creativity & craft.