Wheelchair Access Worktops,
Tables and Easels for Artists
Wheelchair access worktops are an absolute must-have for an artist with a mobility restriction.
I've seen how frustrated people who need wheelchair access get when they can't readily make their way around shops, transport systems and other services because of limitations due to steps and door openings, etc.
And sitting at a restaurant table that's too high or too low often creates problems.
However, there's no reason why using a wheelchair or having any sort of mobility restriction need prevent you enjoying painting, especially in your own home.
Even if you 'only?' suffer from a back problem or have arthritis in your fingers (I've had both in the past) there may be something here which suits your requirements.
Although some of the products below are sold specifically as wheelchair access worktops, my view is that whatever works for your particular needs is all that's important.
So I've included some other easels and tables that may suit your own circumstances.
And for more ideas, have a look at the other easels pages on the link below.
Better still, e-mail me about how you have overcome difficulties painting. This needn't be just about using wheelchair access worktops for your painting. It could relate to any sort of disability or restriction. I'll circulate your ideas on the e-zine so that other subscribers can benefit from your experience.
Or, if you're currently having a problem, I'll try to come up with some ideas, or maybe another reader can suggest a solution.
Right let's look at some options. Remember these are just ideas that may provide a springboard to something else that works for you. I wouldn't be arrogant enough to say this or that idea will work in your situation. Only you know that...
A regular desk-top easel is fine if you have sufficient mobility to lean forward towards or over a table.
The problem all too often is that a table low enough to lean across often doesn't allow the arms of the wheelchair underneath. On the other hand, one which is high enough then becomes uncomfortable to reach over.
Standard Table Easel where the canvas/board holder drops below table level towards or rests on your knees.
Clamped Table Easel. Simple design for smaller art canvas or drawing boards, but it holds them securely to most surfaces up to about 2" thick.
Drawing Board Easel. Three benefits in one here. A single mast easel allows the chair wheels to sit either side of main support leg. Also comes with variable height drawing board attachment. Look out for those that also adjust to a 'lean forward' position.
Adjustable Planner Table. Sufficient height to get wheelchair access underneath, plus some height adjustment of feet. Section of table tilts upwards, leaving flat area for art brushes,paints, etc.
Reflex Table. One of the more popular wheelchair access worktops as the semi-circular recess allows the table to 'surround' user. Also adjustable for height and angle.
I hope this article on wheelchair access worktops has given you one or two starting points to help you paint more comfortably and with confidence.
Now click below to go back to the art supplies page and link to the other easels articles for more ideas that may help you...
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