Sienna Plein Air Palette Box - Portable Tempered Glass Palette

In this review of the Sienna Plein Air Palette Box the reviewer finds a lightweight, adaptable painting companion best suited to plein air painters and studio artists who value compact organization. The single biggest reason to buy is its combination of a durable tempered glass palette and configurable storage that attaches directly to the Sienna Tripod, allowing painters to carry a ready-to-use workstation that converts between traditional oil/acrylic, pastel, and watercolor setups. The review highlights portability, simple assembly, and the thoughtful folding brush trays as practical features that make painting outside or moving between locations less fussy.

Key Features

• Tempered glass palette: Provides a smooth, easy-to-clean mixing surface that suits oils and acrylics and doubles as a durable working area outdoors.
• Tripod compatibility: Secures directly to the Sienna Tripod for stable painting at easel height without needing extra clamps or adapters.
• Folding brush trays: Two accessory trays fold away for transport and give organized, quick access to brushes and tools while working.
• Configurable use modes: Converts between a painting box, a pastel box with an optional Pastel Grid, or a watercolor box with an optional Watercolor Palette to suit different media.
• Compact footprint: Closes to a slim profile for easier carrying and storage while expanding wide enough to lay out a working palette when open.

Who It's For

The Sienna Plein Air Palette Box is aimed at plein air painters, art students, and hobbyists who want a lightweight, organized kit that integrates with a tripod. It is especially useful for artists who switch between media and appreciate an included tempered glass palette and built-in brush storage for quick setup outdoors.

Those who primarily need a large internal storage chest, heavy-duty studio furniture, or a full French easel with internal compartments should look elsewhere; this box is optimized for portability and modular use rather than maximum internal capacity.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Solid tempered glass palette gives a professional mixing surface that cleans easily after a session.
• Direct tripod attachment provides stability and makes setup faster when working on location.
• Folding brush trays keep tools organized and fold away to maintain a slim transport profile.
• Modular design accepts optional pastel and watercolor accessories for multi-media flexibility.

Cons

• The box prioritizes portability over large internal storage, so it may not replace a full studio painting box for artists needing extensive supplies onboard.
• Optional accessories like the Pastel Grid and Watercolor Palette are sold separately, so full multi-media use requires additional purchases.

Specifications

Brand	Jack Richeson
Model	Sienna Plein Air Palette Box (CT-PS-100)
Height	11-1/2 in (13.5 in with tripod blocks attached)
Width	13-1/4 in when closed - 26-1/2 in when open
Depth	1-1/2 in
Net weight	4 lbs
Included	Tempered glass palette and two folding brush holder trays

Our Verdict

The Sienna Plein Air Palette Box is a smart, value-oriented choice for artists who need a portable, tripod-compatible palette with organized brush storage and a professional tempered glass mixing surface. It is best for plein air painters and multi-media artists willing to add optional inserts; those needing large internal capacity should consider a larger box, but for on-location ease and flexibility this is a practical buy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this attach to a tripod?
Yes. The Palette Box easily attaches to the Sienna Tripod and includes removable tripod clamping blocks for secure mounting or removal when used with a French easel.

Is the palette surface replaceable?
The box includes a tempered glass palette as the working surface; it is durable and easy to clean, and is the primary included mixing surface.

Can it be used for watercolor or pastels?
Yes. The box converts to a pastel box with the optional Pastel Grid and to a watercolor box with the optional Sienna Watercolor Palette, both sold separately.