Our Story

Simplifying Plein Air Painting

As an artist, I noticed something: outdoor painting required too much gear. Tripods, pochade boxes, panels, brushes, paints—the setup alone could take longer than the sketch itself.

There had to be a simpler way.

What if everything you needed could fit in the palm of your hand? What if you could paint anywhere without the hassle of hauling equipment?

That's how the Pochade Palette was born—from seeing a need and creating a solution.

Designed by Artists, for Artists

We spent countless hours refining every detail. The balanced thumbhole position that rests the palette's weight perfectly over your palm. The premium leather brush pocket that holds up to twelve brushes securely. The dual hinges that let you position your panel exactly how you need it.

Every element was carefully selected and assembled individually by hand, right here in Massachusetts.

The Result?

A complete plein air painting system that's compact, lightweight, and liberating. Now artists can paint anywhere—mountaintops, beaches, city parks—without being weighed down by gear.

You can trust that this is built to last for years of painting adventures.

My wife Nelida and I sincerely hope you enjoy the Pochade Palette as much as we have—and that it helps you create new memories by doing what you love more often.

— Michael and Nelida Klein

What Makes the Pochade Palette Different

Unique Thumbhole Position

Unlike traditional pochade boxes with bottom-mounted holes, our thumbhole is positioned so the palette's center of gravity rests perfectly over your palm and fingers—similar to how a waiter balances a tray. This means you can paint for hours without hand fatigue.

Integrated Leather Brush Pocket

The full-grain leather pocket holds up to twelve brushes securely without requiring any grip strength. The leather creates just the right tension to keep brushes from falling, while remaining easy to access when you need to switch colors.

Premium Materials, Built to Last

Crafted from steel, aluminum, and walnut veneer with magnetic panel attachment. Every Pochade Palette is assembled by hand in Massachusetts, ensuring quality you can feel the moment you hold it.