I am an artist, so I do know a little about easels. I have a TORINO GIGANTE ALUMINUM EASEL in my studio. This is a strong yet very lightweight easel. That is important to me because I have to transport it from time to time. It fits in my old van very easily. When I arrive on site, I can unload it myself. The TORINO GIGANTE EASEL has been equipped with a unique patented mechanism that enables the easel to be folded up without removing any components, nuts or screws. I do not have to take a tool box with me. TORINO GIGANTE EASEL is a tripod design but ties the legs together with braces to support that large my artwork When you receive your TORINO GIGANTE EASEL, there is virtually no assembly required. Now here is the best part, this easel holds canvas up 64 tall and any manageable length. The TORINO GIGANTE EASEL has a large tray to hold your paint and brushes. It also has little arms that come out from under the tray to hold you Palette. I use a BOB ROSS CLEAR ACRYLIC PALETTE, it is a big palette, and it holds it. If I could say one more thing about the TORINO GIGANTE EASEL, it would be that for its price, it is a good deal.