Bluff Point From the East Side of Keuka Lake

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Bluff Point From the East Side of Keuka Lake

acrylic paint on canvas board

8" x 10" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm)

202402001

© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.

To purchase for your cottage, please visit: https://mikekrausart.etsy.com/listing/209759699

Sometimes, living in Upstate New York is like living in a postcard. Every trail we hike reveals the beauty of nature. Dense forests give way to open fields. We find a comfortable spot to snack and take in all the sights, sounds, smells, and feel of the lake. "If this isn't nice, what is?"

Where is your favorite place? Who do you go there with? Why is it so special to you? How does it make you feel?

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Mike Kraus was born on the industrial shoreline of Muskegon, Michigan. After earning his Fine Arts Degree from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he attended Grand Valley State University for his graduate degree.  From there, he gained varied experiences from the Chicago Architecture Center, Art Institute of Chicago, Hauenstein Center For Presidential Studies, Lollypop Farm Humane Society, and the Lurie Children's Foundation.  And every place he worked, he had his sketchbook with him and found ways to be actively creative.  In 2014, Kraus became a full-time artist by establishing Mike Kraus Art.  Since then, he has sold thousands of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries.  Currently, Kraus lives in Rochester, New York with his beautiful wife and goofy dog.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

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On the Shore of Lake Erie

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

On the Shore of Lake Erie

acrylic paint on canvas board

8" x 10" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm)

201910093

© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.

To purchase for your home or cottage, please visit: https://mikekrausart.etsy.com/listing/206106597

Lake Erie has an over-sized influence.  It's more than just location, industry, tourism, and fishing, but in an intellectual and spiritual way.  It's the look and feel of the water that communicates indescribable messages to those who listen.  Yet, ugliness begets ugliness.  For the sake of convenience and profit, we've destroyed wetlands for subdivisions, dumped industrial and animal waste into rivers, and poured fertilizers onto grass to make it a little greener.  This predictably has lead to dead zones of toxic Blue-green algae that now engulf over 500 square miles of Lake Erie during the summer.  Conservation and restoration of Lake Erie is imperative.  Progress requires the protection of our scenic, health, historic, and recreational values.  What is good for nature is good for us.

📻 Listen to my interview on NPR's Marketplace at 📻: https://www.marketplace.org/2023/12/19/alternative-investments-went-on-a-wild-ride-during-the-pandemic/

ARTS o’ MAGAZINE:

💚☕🚚 An Enchanting Evening At the Golden Ticket 🚚☕💚:

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Mike Kraus was born on the industrial shoreline of Muskegon, Michigan. After earning his Fine Arts Degree from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he attended Grand Valley State University for his graduate degree. From there, he gained varied experiences from the Chicago Architecture Center, Art Institute of Chicago, Hauenstein Center For Presidential Studies, Lollypop Farm Humane Society, and the Lurie Children's Foundation. And every place he worked, he had his sketchbook with him and found ways to be actively creative. In 2014, Kraus became a full-time artist by establishing Mike Kraus Art. Since then, he has sold thousands of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries. Currently, Kraus lives in Rochester, New York with his beautiful wife and goofy dog.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

Store: http://MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

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Bluff Point at Keuka Lake

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Bluff Point at Keuka Lake

acrylic paint on canvas board

16" x 20" (40.6 cm x 50.8 cm) 

202309058

© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.

To purchase for your cottage, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/226785876/keuka-lake-original-acrylic-painting-16

Sometimes, living in Upstate New York is like living in a postcard. Every trail we hike reveals the beauty of nature. Dense forests give way to open fields. We find a comfortable spot to snack and take in all the sights, sounds, smells, and feel of the lake. "If this isn't nice, what is?"

Where is your favorite place? Who do you go there with? Why is it so special to you? How does it make you feel?

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Mike Kraus was born on the industrial shoreline of Muskegon, Michigan. After earning his Fine Arts Degree from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he attended Grand Valley State University for his graduate degree.  From there, he gained varied experiences from the Chicago Architecture Center, Art Institute of Chicago, Hauenstein Center For Presidential Studies, Lollypop Farm Humane Society, and the Lurie Children's Foundation.  And every place he worked, he had his sketchbook with him and found ways to be actively creative.  In 2014, Kraus became a full-time artist by establishing Mike Kraus Art.  Since then, he has sold thousands of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries.  Currently, Kraus lives in Rochester, New York with his beautiful wife and goofy dog.

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Bluff Point at Keuka Lake

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Bluff Point at Keuka Lake

acrylic paint on canvas board

8" x 10" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm)

202307044

© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.

To purchase for your cottage, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/209759699/bluff-point-at-keuka-lake-original

Sometimes, living in Upstate New York is like living in a postcard. Every trail we hike reveals the beauty of nature. Dense forests give way to open fields. We find a comfortable spot to snack and take in all the sights, sounds, smells, and feel of the lake. "If this isn't nice, what is?"

Where is your favorite place? Who do you go there with? Why is it so special to you? How does it make you feel?

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Culture of Motivation

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Mike Kraus was born on the industrial shoreline of Muskegon, Michigan. After earning his Fine Arts Degree from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he attended Grand Valley State University for his graduate degree.  From there, he gained varied experiences from the Chicago Architecture Center, Art Institute of Chicago, Hauenstein Center For Presidential Studies, Lollypop Farm Humane Society, and the Lurie Children's Foundation.  And every place he worked, he had his sketchbook with him and found ways to be actively creative.  In 2014, Kraus became a full-time artist by establishing Mike Kraus Art.  Since then, he has sold thousands of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries.  Currently, Kraus lives in Rochester, New York with his beautiful wife and goofy dog.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

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Bluff Point at Keuka Lake

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Bluff Point at Keuka Lake

acrylic paint on canvas board

8" x 10" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm)

202306029

© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.

To purchase for your cottage, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/209759699/bluff-point-at-keuka-lake-original

Sometimes, living in Upstate New York is like living in a postcard. Every trail we hike reveals the beauty of nature. Dense forests give way to open fields. We find a comfortable spot to snack and take in all the sights, sounds, smells, and feel of the lake. "If this isn't nice, what is?"

Where is your favorite place? Who do you go there with? Why is it so special to you? How does it make you feel?

ARTS o’ MAGAZINE:

What Can We Do About Our Culture?

https://medium.com/p/798f3bf8f1e9

Mike Kraus was born on the industrial shoreline of Muskegon, Michigan. After earning his Fine Arts Degree from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he attended Grand Valley State University for his graduate degree.  From there, he gained varied experiences from the Chicago Architecture Center, Art Institute of Chicago, Hauenstein Center For Presidential Studies, Lollypop Farm Humane Society, and the Lurie Children's Foundation.  And every place he worked, he had his sketchbook with him and found ways to be actively creative.  In 2014, Kraus became a full-time artist by establishing Mike Kraus Art.  Since then, he has sold thousands of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries.  Currently, Kraus lives in Rochester, New York with his beautiful wife and goofy dog.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

Store: MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MikeKrausArt

Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/MikeKraus/

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mkraus

Spirit of the Forest

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Spirit of the Forest

acrylic paint of canvas board

8" x 10" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm)
201805068

© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.

To purchase for your home, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/615155121/spirit-of-the-forest-original-acrylic

Moonlight breaks through the canopy of the forest as I hike in the darkness.  There's the sound of an owl in the distance warning other of my presence.  The leaves wrestle in the breeze spreading the scent of spicy apricots.  The nocturnal forest is exactly what you expect; and completely unpredictable.  In the dark shadows of the evening I can see everything and nothing at all.

This painting would look best in a small-to-medium space that is red, orange, yellow, green, dark blue, purple, black, white, beige, grey, or wood.

Mike Kraus was born on the industrial shoreline of Muskegon, Michigan. After earning his Fine Arts Degree from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he attended Grand Valley State University for his graduate degree. From there, he gained varied experiences from the Chicago Architecture Center, Art Institute of Chicago, Hauenstein Center For Presidential Studies, Lollypop Farm Humane Society, and the Lurie Children's Foundation. And every place he worked, he had his sketchbook with him and found ways to be actively creative. In 2014, Kraus became a full-time artist by establishing Mike Kraus Art. Since then, he has sold thousands of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries. Currently, Kraus lives in Rochester, New York with his beautiful wife and goofy dog.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

Store: MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

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Rachel and Ben's Canandaigua Sunflowers

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty 

Rachel and Ben's Canandaigua Sunflowers

acrylic paint on canvas board

8" x 10" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm)

202106046

© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.

For image, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1266297363/rachel-and-bens-canandaigua-sunflowers

or reproductions at: https://society6.com/product/rachel-and-bens-canandaigua-sunflowers-original-digital-download-by-mike-kraus-art-new-york-upstate-ny-finger-lakes-flx-summer-cottages_recessed-framed-print?sku=s6-24569173p135a294v1004a295v1005

The warm breeze rushes through the car as we drive down country roads with our windows down.  Every bend reveals new sights.  Every hill a new perspective on the panorama.  It's a yearly ritual for us to visit sunflower fields as they bloom.  A day full of hiking and picnics among the waves of petals.  It's the little things in life that make us grateful.

Let's start being kinder to others and ourselves with the Kindness Challenge at: https://www.kindspring.org/challenge/?op=nletter&cid=2153&id=59060

Mike Kraus was born on the industrial shoreline of Muskegon, Michigan. After earning his Fine Arts Degree from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he attended Grand Valley State University for his graduate degree. From there, he gained varied experiences from the Chicago Architecture Foundation, Art Institute of Chicago, Hauenstein Center For Presidential Studies, Lollypop Farm Humane Society, and the Children's Memorial Foundation. And every place he worked, he had his sketchbook with him and found ways to be actively creative. In 2014, Kraus became a full-time artist by establishing Mike Kraus Art. Since then, he has sold thousands of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries. Currently, Kraus lives in Rochester, New York with his beautiful wife and goofy dog.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

Store: MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MikeKrausArt

Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/MikeKraus/

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mkraus

On a Chicago Street Corner

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

On a Chicago Street Corner

acrylic paint on canvas board

5" x 7" (12.7 cm x 17.8 cm)

202112110

© copyright Mike Kraus

For Print: https://society6.com/product/on-a-chicago-street-corner-by-mike-kraus-art-hyde-park-cityscape-landscape-street-sidewalk-illinois-uchicago-dreamers_print?sku=s6-22683868p4a1v45 or image: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1131020368/on-a-chicago-street-corner-original

NOW OPEN!

HEY UPSTATE, NEW YORK!  Are shipping delays and empty shelves at big box stores making it impossible to find gifts before the festivities begin?  Your local artists have lots of gifts ready for immediate purchase, delivery, and pick-up.  We're here to make sure the holidays are joyful!  Join us at: https://www.facebook.com/events/702712117374074/ 

Having Fun During COVID-19

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Mike Kraus was born on the industrial shoreline of Muskegon, Michigan. After earning his Fine Arts Degree from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he attended Grand Valley State University for his graduate degree. From there, he gained varied experiences from the Chicago Architecture Foundation, Art Institute of Chicago, Hauenstein Center For Presidential Studies, Lollypop Farm Humane Society, and the Children's Memorial Foundation. And every place he worked, he had his sketchbook with him and found ways to be actively creative. In 2014, Kraus became a full-time artist by establishing Mike Kraus Art. Since then, he has sold thousands of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries. Currently, Kraus lives in Rochester, New York with his beautiful wife and goofy dog.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

Store: MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MikeKrausArt

Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/MikeKraus/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikekrausart

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mkraus

Twitter: http://twitter.com/MikeKrausBlog 

Canandaigua Sunflowers

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Canandaigua Sunflowers

acrylic paint on canvas board

8" x 10" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm)

202108068

© copyright Mike Kraus

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/642169863/canadaigua-sunflowers-original-acrylic

The warm breeze rushes through the car as we drive down country roads with our windows down.  Every bend reveals new sights.  Every hill a new perspective on the panorama.  It's a yearly ritual for us to visit sunflower fields as they bloom.  A day full of hiking and picnics among the waves of petals.  It's the little things in life that make us grateful.

Having Fun During COVID-19

https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/p/covid-19coronavirus-resources.html

Mike Kraus was born on the industrial shoreline of Muskegon, Michigan. After earning his Fine Arts Degree from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he attended Grand Valley State University for his graduate degree. From there, he gained varied experiences from the Chicago Architecture Foundation, Art Institute of Chicago, Hauenstein Center For Presidential Studies, Lollypop Farm Humane Society, and the Children's Memorial Foundation. And every place he worked, he had his sketchbook with him and found ways to be actively creative. In 2014, Kraus became a full-time artist by establishing Mike Kraus Art. Since then, he has sold thousands of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries. Currently, Kraus lives in Rochester, New York with his beautiful wife and goofy dog.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

Store: MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MikeKrausArt

Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/MikeKraus/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikekrausart

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mkraus

Twitter: http://twitter.com/MikeKrausBlog

Liz's Sunflowers on Canandaigua Lake

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Liz's Sunflowers on Canandaigua Lake

acrylic paint on canvas board

8" x 10" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm)

201912120

© copyright Mike Kraus

To purchase a reproduction, please visit: https://society6.com/product/lizs-sunflowers-on-canandaigua-lake-by-mike-kraus-art-barn-farm-clouds-sky-new-york-ny-upstate_print?sku=s6-13269858p4a1v45

The warm breeze rushes through the car as we drive down country roads with our windows down.  Every bend reveals new sights.  Every hill a new perspective on the panorama.  It's a yearly ritual for us to visit my parent's at their summer cottage.  Days full of hiking and swimming.  When I see the sunflower field with the old red barn, I know I'm almost home. 

Whitman Works
gallery is closing...



BEST DEAL!!!  Get 25% OFF Autumn Woods Piece when you use discount code ALOHA25 at:
https://www.whitmanworks.com/art-products/autumn-woods

Whitman Works Company Gallery
1826 Penfield Road
Rochester, NY 14526
585.420.8654
hello@whitmanworks.com

Mike Kraus was born on the industrial shoreline of Muskegon, Michigan. After earning his Fine Arts Degree from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he attended Grand Valley State University for his graduate degree. From there, he gained varied experiences from the Chicago Architecture Foundation, Art Institute of Chicago, Hauenstein Center For Presidential Studies, Lollypop Farm Humane Society, and the Children's Memorial Foundation. And every place he worked, he had his sketchbook with him and found ways to be actively creative. In 2014, Kraus became a full-time artist by establishing Mike Kraus Art. Since then, he has sold hundreds of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries. Currently, Kraus lives in Rochester, New York with his beautiful wife and goofy dog.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

Store: MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MikeKrausArt
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Twitter: http://twitter.com/MikeKrausBlog

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mkraus

Whitman Works Final Hours!

Whitman Works
gallery is closing...



BEST DEAL!!!  Get 25% OFF Autumn Woods Piece when you use discount code ALOHA25 at:
https://www.whitmanworks.com/art-products/autumn-woods

Whitman Works Company Gallery
1826 Penfield Road
Rochester, NY 14526
585.420.8654
hello@whitmanworks.com

Mike Kraus was born on the industrial shoreline of Muskegon, Michigan. After earning his Fine Arts Degree from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he attended Grand Valley State University for his graduate degree. From there, he gained varied experiences from the Chicago Architecture Foundation, Art Institute of Chicago, Hauenstein Center For Presidential Studies, Lollypop Farm Humane Society, and the Children's Memorial Foundation. And every place he worked, he had his sketchbook with him and found ways to be actively creative. In 2014, Kraus became a full-time artist by establishing Mike Kraus Art. Since then, he has sold hundreds of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries. Currently, Kraus lives in Rochester, New York with his beautiful wife and goofy dog.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

Store: MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MikeKrausArt
Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikekrausart

Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/MikeKraus/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/MikeKrausBlog

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mkraus

Canandaigua Trail

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Canandaigua Trail

acrylic paint and ink on canvas board

8" x 10" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm)
201911108

© copyright Mike Kraus
For information, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/186507940/custom-commission-original-artwork-by

A lot of expected of me when I'm in the city.  I wake up early, constantly checking my messages, taking meeting, and so much more.  And trying to reach those expectations can be exhausting.  But, I have a place where I escape to contemplate and just "be me,"  From here, there's not a problem in the world that can bother me.

Whitman Works
gallery is closing...

But, you won't find better deals on original. Get 25% OFF everything in the gallery. Also, January 18th is a special open house sale with more in-house incentives and giveaways. Come and join us as we celebrate 3+ years of working with area artists.

More information at:
https://www.facebook.com/events/2936079256454188/

Mike Kraus was born on the industrial shoreline of Muskegon, Michigan. After earning his Fine Arts Degree from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he attended Grand Valley State University for his graduate degree. From there, he gained varied experiences from the Chicago Architecture Foundation, Art Institute of Chicago, Hauenstein Center For Presidential Studies, Lollypop Farm Humane Society, and the Children's Memorial Foundation. And every place he worked, he had his sketchbook with him and found ways to be actively creative. In 2014, Kraus became a full-time artist by establishing Mike Kraus Art. Since then, he has sold hundreds of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries. Currently, Kraus lives in Rochester, New York with his beautiful wife and goofy dog.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

Store: MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MikeKrausArt
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Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/MikeKraus/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/MikeKrausBlog

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mkraus

An Ode To Whitman Works

Whitman Works 

It was a sunny afternoon when my wife and I were taking the dog for a walk around the neighborhood.  The historic Masonic Temple was recently sold and there was lots of activity.  A new sign stated "art gallery opening soon."  We peeked in the windows and saw the salmon pink walls of the previous business coming down surrounded with boxes of new flooring and power tools.  When I returned home, I sent them a "welcome to the neighborhood" message.  Once the front gallery was nearly finished, Derek invited me over to look at the space.  He had so much excitement as he explained the construction and plans for the gallery.  When he asked if I'd join his venture, I did so without hesitation.

I met Derek's wife, Carol, at the opening group show.  It was a whirlwind and it instantly became clear that they were building a community.  The artists came together as partners and friends supporting each other.  Over wine and cheese, we'd admire each other's work, ask patrons their thoughts on pieces, and just have a good time.  The gallery was always mutating as purchased items left and the latest creations would arrive.  Derek and Carol would thoughtfully curate the entire space to accommodate the rotating collection.  It was invigorating discussing their decisions about complimentary colors, contrasting subjects, and their next pursuit.

When we were told that Whitman Works would be closing, a sadness became palpable.  Derek and Carol were more than just entrepreneurs taking a risk; they were creators living out their passion.  It's was an act of courage to support several dozen eccentric artists and share their artwork with a thoughtful public wanting more beauty in their lives.  Yes, the business is closing.  But, the community will carry on.  The bonds formed because of Whitman Works were based on a higher virtue.  And to Derek and Carol, I say "I am beyond grateful for your support and friendship.  This is not the end, but an evolution into your next adventure.  And the Whitman Works legacy will continue through the success of the many, many artists you've launched."  

THANK YOU!

Your Friend,

Mike Kraus
MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

All pieces 25% OFF at Whitman Works Gallery until everything is gone and the doors are closed.  You won't find better prices on original art than this.  And join us on Saturday, January 18th from 11am -7pm for a closing party with in-house incentives and giveaways: info at: https://www.facebook.com/events/2936079256454188/.  To see available pieces, please visit:

Whitman Works Gallery
1826 Penfield Road
Penfield, New York
(585) 420-8654
https://www.whitmanworks.com

Mike Kraus was born on the industrial shoreline of Muskegon, Michigan. After earning his Fine Arts Degree from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he attended Grand Valley State University for his graduate degree. From there, he gained varied experiences from the Chicago Architecture Foundation, Art Institute of Chicago, Hauenstein Center For Presidential Studies, Lollypop Farm Humane Society, and the Children's Memorial Foundation. And every place he worked, he had his sketchbook with him and found ways to be actively creative. In 2014, Kraus became a full-time artist by establishing Mike Kraus Art. Since then, he has sold hundreds of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries. Currently, Kraus lives in Rochester, New York with his beautiful wife and goofy dog.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

Store: MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MikeKrausArt
Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikekrausart

Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/MikeKraus/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/MikeKrausBlog

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mkraus