Review on U.S. Art Supply Coronado Black Cherry Easel: Premium French Style Sketchbox Tripod for Painting & Sketching by Hannah Curi

Very good portable case and easel. Black Cherry - Black or as close to black as the stain can get. If you like the wood look, choose a lighter color. Some people say they have trouble setting up an easel. I can't figure out how as it comes fully assembled, boxed in white protective foam and the controls are pretty simple. It's not as strong and big as an "indoor" easel, but it's designed to be portable, and it's more than strong enough for that. Unlike some other brands with the same or similar products, I didn't find any missing hardware or broken parts. US Art is fairly reliable, although not the most expensive brand. I own two of them and I would say the same for both.