Table easel

A table easel makes it easier to paint by mouth – suitable for people with severe disabilities
User with iPad on table easel
User with iPad on table easel

Used for mouth painting and as a holder for the iPad.

Users comments
Table easels are available in many different designs. The user prefers those that are adjustable in height and angle. He also uses a book holder for this purpose, see associated tip.

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Art supply shop

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The user

Whose idea
The user

Table easel adjustable for height and angle
Table easel adjustable for height and angle
Simple table easel
Simple table easel

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Author: Ilias

Ilias var artist och arbetade för MFPA (Mouth foot painting artists). Han har en hög tetraplegi (C 4/5), avliden.
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Type of disability

High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

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