Excellent. Much easier to use than an easel when traveling. Great portability. Superb timber finish. Great for outdoor or indoor painting. And can pack away so quickly. The canvas support both supports the board while painting and stores wet oil paintings while then dry. Dimensions and weight for this model are ideal for small paintings/portability. The sketchbox can be used for plein air sketching on your lap, a table. or even on a picnic blanket.