Showing posts with label architecture. Show all posts
Showing posts with label architecture. Show all posts

Friday, June 5, 2026

☕️🍊 If you were sitting at a café in Orange, France right now, what would you order? 🍊☕️

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty


I settled into a café in Orange, France just as the lunch crowd began to gather. The aroma of fresh bread, herbs, and roasted coffee drifted through the square while the cheerful hum of conversations spilled out from nearby restaurants. As I listened and watched, I realized something important. I was making progress, but I was not yet the person I wanted to become. That thought could have felt discouraging, yet it felt surprisingly hopeful. I did not need to have everything figured out. I only needed a simple way to move forward.

So I pulled out my planner and wrote down one small action I could take that day. Nothing complicated and nothing overwhelming. Within minutes, the uncertainty that had been slowing me down began to fade. That one step gave me direction, confidence, and a sense of momentum. I learned that growth does not come from waiting until you are enough. It comes from choosing a tool that helps you become more of who you want to be. 

If one small action could change the way an entire afternoon felt, what might happen if you started today?

🍊 Orange, France  🍊
acrylic paint on canvas board
8" x 10" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm)
202605028
© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.
For a relaxing day, please visit: 
or buy direct at:


✨🖼️ EXTENDED BY POPULAR DEMAND: Feel Something Real 🖼️ ✨

Free Admission • No Tickets Required

Missed the opening? Due to an incredible response, we are keeping the doors open for one more month. Pieces are already finding homes, so this is your final chance to see the full collection.

Experience bold color, movement, and energy up close. This is art that shifts your mood the moment you walk in. Are you going to catch it before your favorite piece disappears?

1210 Culver Road
Rochester, NY, 14609 United States
(585) 455-3356
I've added the full gallery hours and location details to the Facebook event here:
If you hit 'Interested' or 'Going,' Facebook will actually ping you a reminder before we close so you don't miss the final dates!


Can you find my artwork at 6x6x2026? 

Check out the global online preview to support local art at the Rochester Contemporary Art Center (RoCo) and snag original pieces for only $20!

Find your next small masterpiece at: https://roco6x6.org/gallery/2026

I’m Mike Kraus, a lifelong artist who believes color, movement, and curiosity can quietly change how a space and a day feel. More about me at: https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/p/bio.html

For more information or custom order, please visit:
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Friday, May 8, 2026

🏢 How Can Beauty Heal What Is Breaking Around Us? 🏢

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty


The hardest part is not the ache, but the way it settles into me. A steady pressure that makes even the brush of fabric across my skin feel sharp. What they give me helped at first. Just enough to keep me moving. Just enough to make the day feel possible again. And Main Street with doors open and voices drifting in and out of shops that felt familiar. But little-by-little things grew quieter. A place closing early here. A light not turning on there. Someone missing from the usual haunt on the block. I tell myself I am still part of it. Still keeping up. Still floating through what everyone else is passing through. Even as the town changes shape around me. 

When everything shifts, when is the moment we stop recognizing the place we used to know well?

🏢 The Prescribed Landscape 🏢
acrylic paint on canvas board
11" x 14" (27.9 cm x 35.6 cm) 
202604020
© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.
For a place to wander, please visit: 
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This piece would look best in a medium space that is red, yellow, green, blue, purple, grey, black, white, beige or wood.



✨🖼️ EXTENDED BY POPULAR DEMAND: Feel Something Real 🖼️ ✨

Free Admission • No Tickets Required

Missed the opening? Due to an incredible response, we are keeping the doors open for one more month. Pieces are already finding homes, so this is your final chance to see the full collection.

Experience bold color, movement, and energy up close. This is art that shifts your mood the moment you walk in. Are you going to catch it before your favorite piece disappears?

1210 Culver Road
Rochester, NY, 14609 United States
(585) 455-3356
I've added the full gallery hours and location details to the Facebook event here:
If you hit 'Interested' or 'Going,' Facebook will actually ping you a reminder before we close so you don't miss the final dates!


Can you find my artwork at 6x6x2026? 

Check out the global online preview starting TODAY May 8th at 10am to support local art at the Rochester Contemporary Art Center and snag original pieces for only $20!

Buy your small masterpiece at: https://roco6x6.org/gallery/2026

I’m Mike Kraus, a lifelong artist who believes color, movement, and curiosity can quietly change how a space and a day feel. More about me at: https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/p/bio.html

For more information or custom order, please visit:
Store: http://MikeKrausArt.etsy.com
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Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/MikeKraus/
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/mkraus
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikekrausart
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Friday, August 8, 2025

👷‍♀️ Where the Real Work Gets Done 👷‍♀️

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty


👷‍♀️ Chicago Alley 👷‍♀️
202508034
acrylic paint on canvas board
16" x 20" (40.6 cm x 50.8 cm) 
© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.
To purchase for your home, please visit: 

The "L" train shrieks overhead as this alley hums quietly beneath it cluttered with voices, colors, and painted thick over bricks and concrete. There’s a raw electricity here, like the hum of power lines overhead or the rumble of a garbage truck making its last pass. You can almost smell the hot pavement and faded beer from a forgotten corner store, while a coyote seem to be having a whispered conversation about survival and freedom. This isn’t the part of the city shown in postcards, but it might be the part that tells the truth. 

What about your neighborhood—does it tell the truth, or just keep up appearances?

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


🍁 Calling All Art Lovers! 🍁

Get ready for the Awesome Autumn Art Festival—the coziest, craftiest, most joyfully creative online event of the season! Whether you're here to shop unique, sell your amazing work, or just soak in the good vibes, this is THE place to be. Think colorful finds, handmade magic, and a community that actually cares about art.

So grab your pumpkin spice and click that RSVP—because this fall, we’re making art the main event at:  👉 https://www.facebook.com/events/1046518944308485

My Story
Hi, I’m Mike—the artist of Mike Kraus Art Inc.

I’ve been making art since I could hold a crayon. As a kid, I’d fill every notebook, homework margin, and scrap of paper with doodles. I sold my first artwork in junior high, sketching in class and handing off pieces between periods. That early love for making things never faded. I followed it all the way to the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and eventually, I decided to stop treating art as a side hustle and make it my life’s work.

My paintings are full of energy, motion, and saturated color. I’m drawn to bold shapes and organic lines—forms that feel alive. I create with the hope that my work brings something beautiful and uplifting into someone’s day. Whether it’s a spark of joy, a moment of calm, or just a splash of color that makes you pause—I want my art to connect with something real.

Now, I’m lucky enough to paint full-time, with collectors across the U.S. and in dozens of countries around the world. But more than anything, I still feel like that kid with a crayon, excited to create. I’m grateful to share this journey with you—and I hope you find something in my work that makes your world a little brighter.

For more information or custom order, please visit:
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Friday, June 27, 2025

🍁 If you were walking down Toronto's Graffiti Alley, what would you rant about? 🍁

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty


🍁 Toronto's Graffiti Alley 🍁
acrylic paint on canvas board
8" x 10" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm)
202506028
© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.
To purchase for your home, please visit: 

Toronto, meaning "plenty" to the Huron and "place where trees stand in water" to the Iroquois, is a beacon to the world.  It called to French fur traders, British colonists, refugees of the American revolution, fleeing US slaves, Irish, Germans, French, Italians, Jews, and over 200 other distinct ethnic groups that speak 160 languages.  This multiculturalism made Toronto the fourth largest city in North America and a major center of business, arts, and finance.  The locals are famously friendly and that joy can be found on the streets.

Have you been to Toronto?  What was your favorite part?

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

HEY ROCHESTER, NEW YORK!
You're invited to:
a WILD, WEIRD, and WOOLY art show
with Lorraine Staunch, Lori Mulligan, and myself!

NOW OPEN AT:
24 N Main St
Fairport, NY 14450

My Story
Hi, I’m Mike—the artist of Mike Kraus Art Inc.

I’ve been making art since I could hold a crayon. As a kid, I’d fill every notebook, homework margin, and scrap of paper with doodles. I sold my first artwork in junior high, sketching in class and handing off pieces between periods. That early love for making things never faded. I followed it all the way to the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and eventually, I decided to stop treating art as a side hustle and make it my life’s work.

My paintings are full of energy, motion, and saturated color. I’m drawn to bold shapes and organic lines—forms that feel alive. I create with the hope that my work brings something beautiful and uplifting into someone’s day. Whether it’s a spark of joy, a moment of calm, or just a splash of color that makes you pause—I want my art to connect with something real.

Now, I’m lucky enough to paint full-time, with collectors across the U.S. and in dozens of countries around the world. But more than anything, I still feel like that kid with a crayon, excited to create. I’m grateful to share this journey with you—and I hope you find something in my work that makes your world a little brighter.

For more information or custom order, please visit:
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Tuesday, May 27, 2025

⛪ St. Jean Baptiste Catholic Church In Muskegon, Michigan ⛪

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty


⛪ Saint Jean Baptiste Catholic Church In Muskegon, Michigan ⛪
acrylic paint on canvas board
5" x 7" (12.7 cm x 17.8 cm)
202505021
Museum-quality posters made on thick matte paper
© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.
To purchase for your home, please visit: 

They were just putting on the finishing touches to Saint Jean Baptiste Church when my great-great grandparents emmigrated from Quebec to Michigan in 1882.  It was the heart of the French-Canadian neighborhood that embraced them.  Five of their children were baptized there starting a multi-generational tradition.  There are countless photographs of brides and grooms posed on the alter as it changed over the decades.  And all the funerals where we said goodbye to our loved ones for the last time.  When it was torn down in September 2024 after 142 years, our family and community lost a lot of history that made us who we are.

This piece would look best in a space that is red, orange, green, blue, purple, black, white, or wood.

HEY ROCHESTER, NEW YORK!
You're invited to:
a WILD, WEIRD, and WOOLY art show
with Lorraine Staunch, Lori Mulligan, and myself!

NOW OPEN AT:
24 N Main St
Fairport, NY 14450

My Story
I’m Mike, the Artist of Mike Kraus Art Inc.

I’ve been making art since I was old enough to hold a crayon. I’d fill countless sketchbooks with drawings, cover school assignments with doodles, and publish magazines and print flyers for my friend’s bands. And then, I became an “adult…” The demands of food and rent seemed to require a “serious job.” For years, I languished in a cubicle performing meaningless tasks for a meager salary.

But, art was always my side hustle. I started selling my artwork in junior high between classes. I’d create original pieces during lectures and commissions instead of homework. Oddly enough, being a poor student is what got me into the prestigious School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Inspired by my past history, I quit my career and took another part-time job as a cashier of a big-box store because it had the least amount of responsibility. The rest of my time I spent painting. After several months, I had to quit this low-wage job too because it was getting in the way of my art.

I decided to be a full-time professional artist. I needed the time to paint, collaborate with my patrons and galleries, and maintain my studio. Since then, I’ve sold thousands of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries. I’m very fortunate to have a career dedicated to adding more beauty to the world. And I hope to share that experience with you.

For more information or custom order, please visit:
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Friday, April 18, 2025

💗💀🍁 Au coin d'une rue de Montréal 🍁💀💗 (On a Montreal Street Corner)

Brightscapes : Le chemin vers la beauté
Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty


💗💀🍁 Au coin d'une rue de Montréal 🍁💀💗
💗💀🍁 On a Montreal Street Corner 🍁💀💗
Affiches de qualité musée réalisées sur du papier mat épais
Museum-quality posters made on thick matte paper
droits d'auteur / © copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.
Pour acheter pour votre maison, veuillez visiter / To purchase for your home, please visit: 

Les rues de Montréal sont Liberté.  Partout où vous regardez, c'est une célébration de la bouffe, de la musique et de l'art.  De la vie.  Que ce soit un hiver froid ou un été chaud, il y a toujours un festival qui se déroule.  L'architecture contemporaine du centre-ville s'intègre parfaitement aux grands édifices du Vieux-Port et au-delà. Lorsque les Montréalais se rassemblent sur la place des Festivals, c'est toujours une expression de liberté.

The streets of Montréal are Freedom.  Everywhere you look it is a celebration of food, music, and art.  Of life.  Whether it's a cold winter or a hot summer, there's always a festival happening.  The contemporary architecture of Downtown blends seamlessly with the grand buildings of the Old Port and beyond. When Montréalers come together at the Place des Festivals, it's always an expression of liberty.

Cette pièce serait idéale dans un espace petit à moyen de couleur rouge, orange, jaune, vert, bleu foncé, violet, noir, blanc, gris ou bois.

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

Mon histoire
Je suis Mike, l'artiste de Mike Kraus Art Inc.

J'fais de l'art depuis que j'suis assez vieux pour tenir un crayon. Je remplissais d'innombrables carnets de croquis avec des dessins, je couvrais les devoirs scolaires avec des gribouillis, je publiais des magazines et j'imprimais des dépliants pour les groupes de mes amis. Et puis, je suis devenu un « adulte… » Les exigences de la nourriture et du loyer semblaient exiger un « travail sérieux ». Pendant des années, j'ai langui dans une boîte, faisant des tâches insignifiantes pour un maigre salaire.

Mais l'art a toujours été mon activité secondaire. J'ai commencé à vendre mes œuvres d'art au secondaire entre les cours. Je créerais des pièces originales lors de cours et de commandes plutôt que pendant mes devoirs. Curieusement, c'est le fait d'être un étudiant pauvre qui m'a permis d'entrer à la prestigieuse école de l'Art Institute of Chicago. Inspiré par mon passé, j'ai quitté ma carrière et pris un autre emploi à temps partiel comme caissier dans un magasin à grande surface, car c'était celui qui avait le moins de responsabilités. Le reste de mon temps, je l'ai passé à peindre. Après plusieurs mois, j'ai dû quitter cet emploi à bas salaire aussi, car il entravait mon art.

J'ai décidé de devenir un artiste professionnel à plein temps. J'avais besoin de temps pour peindre, collaborer avec mes clients et mes galeries et entretenir mon atelier. Depuis lors, j'ai vendu des milliers de tableaux qui sont exposés dans presque tous les États et dans des dizaines de pays. J'ai beaucoup de chance d'avoir une carrière consacrée à ajouter plus de beauté au monde. Et j'espère partager cette expérience avec vous.

My Story
I’m Mike, the Artist of Mike Kraus Art Inc.

I’ve been making art since I was old enough to hold a crayon. I’d fill countless sketchbooks with drawings, cover school assignments with doodles, and publish magazines and print flyers for my friend’s bands. And then, I became an “adult…” The demands of food and rent seemed to require a “serious job.” For years, I languished in a cubicle performing meaningless tasks for a meager salary.

But, art was always my side hustle. I started selling my artwork in junior high between classes. I’d create original pieces during lectures and commissions instead of homework. Oddly enough, being a poor student is what got me into the prestigious School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Inspired by my past history, I quit my career and took another part-time job as a cashier of a big-box store because it had the least amount of responsibility. The rest of my time I spent painting. After several months, I had to quit this low-wage job too because it was getting in the way of my art.

I decided to be a full-time professional artist. I needed the time to paint, collaborate with my patrons and galleries, and maintain my studio. Since then, I’ve sold thousands of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries. I’m very fortunate to have a career dedicated to adding more beauty to the world. And I hope to share that experience with you.

Pour plus d'informations ou pour une commande personnalisée, veuillez visiter : 

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Friday, April 4, 2025

🌞 Barcelona streets are a celebration of Freedom and Democracy 🌞

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty


🌞Barri Gòtic Barcelona 🌞
acrylic paint on canvas board
8" x 10" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm)
202411038
© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.
To purchase for your home, please visit: 

People have been walking these streets since the Romans built them in 15 BCE and it grew into a Medieval maritime power. It earned it's name Gòtic (Gothic) because their wealth from the 13th-15th century lead to a building boom in the Gothic architectural style. It was a center of Republicans (Loyalists) against the Fascist Franco regime, which lead to resistance, suppression of Free Speech, civilian targeted bombing raids, mass arrests, and political murders. And that cruel dictatorship died with Franco. Catalans reclaimed these streets for Freedom and Democracy. And their courage and strength has made Barcelona a world-class city.

La gent ha estat caminant per aquests carrers des que els romans els van construir l'any 15 aC i es va convertir en una potència marítima medieval. Va guanyar el seu nom de Gòtic perquè la seva riquesa dels segles XIII-XV va provocar un auge constructiu d'estil arquitectònic gòtic. Va ser un centre de republicans (lleials) contra el franquisme feixista, que va conduir a la resistència, la supressió de la llibertat d'expressió, bombardeigs dirigits a civils, detencions massives i assassinats polítics. I aquella cruel dictadura va morir amb Franco. Els catalans van recuperar aquests carrers per a la Llibertat i la Democràcia. I la seva valentia i força ha fet de Barcelona una ciutat de primer nivell.

This piece would work best is a small-to-medium space that is red, orange, green, blue, purple, black, white, grey, or light wood.   

YOU'RE INIVITED TO THE
🌸 Bring Spring Art Festival 🌸
Let's celebrate warmer weather and the Arts together!


My Story
I’m Mike, the Artist of Mike Kraus Art Inc.

I’ve been making art since I was old enough to hold a crayon. I’d fill countless sketchbooks with drawings, cover school assignments with doodles, and publish magazines and print flyers for my friend’s bands. And then, I became an “adult…” The demands of food and rent seemed to require a “serious job.” For years, I languished in a cubicle performing meaningless tasks for a meager salary.

But, art was always my side hustle. I started selling my artwork in junior high between classes. I’d create original pieces during lectures and commissions instead of homework. Oddly enough, being a poor student is what got me into the prestigious School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Inspired by my past history, I quit my career and took another part-time job as a cashier of a big-box store because it had the least amount of responsibility. The rest of my time I spent painting. After several months, I had to quit this low-wage job too because it was getting in the way of my art.

I decided to be a full-time professional artist. I needed the time to paint, collaborate with my patrons and galleries, and maintain my studio. Since then, I’ve sold thousands of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries. I’m very fortunate to have a career dedicated to adding more beauty to the world. And I hope to share that experience with you.

For more information or custom order, please visit:
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Friday, March 7, 2025

🏦 How do we know when to choose a different road? 🏦

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty


🏦 Chicago Alley 🏦
Museum-quality posters made on thick matte paper
© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.
To purchase for your home, please visit: 

The "L" train rattles and squeals after a long day at work. Chauffeured home while reading a book and looking at the road rage of traffic below. The backs of building pass by with their tangle of power lines and wonky patios. This city has two side: a facade to show the world and a place where the real work gets done. The alleys are somehow beautifully utilitarian.

What do you notice about your neighborhood? Is it full of natural beauty or manmade? Are there trees or have they all been removed? Can you get places by walking and/or biking or are you forced to drive everywhere? Where we live is who we are.

This painting would look best in a space that is red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, black, white, beige, grey, or wood

My Story
I’m Mike, the Artist of Mike Kraus Art Inc.

I’ve been making art since I was old enough to hold a crayon. I’d fill countless sketchbooks with drawings, cover school assignments with doodles, and publish magazines and print flyers for my friend’s bands. And then, I became an “adult…” The demands of food and rent seemed to require a “serious job.” For years, I languished in a cubicle performing meaningless tasks for a meager salary.

But, art was always my side hustle. I started selling my artwork in junior high between classes. I’d create original pieces during lectures and commissions instead of homework. Oddly enough, being a poor student is what got me into the prestigious School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Inspired by my past history, I quit my career and took another part-time job as a cashier of a big-box store because it had the least amount of responsibility. The rest of my time I spent painting. After several months, I had to quit this low-wage job too because it was getting in the way of my art.

I decided to be a full-time professional artist. I needed the time to paint, collaborate with my patrons and galleries, and maintain my studio. Since then, I’ve sold thousands of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries. I’m very fortunate to have a career dedicated to adding more beauty to the world. And I hope to share that experience with you.

For more information or custom order, please visit:
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Monday, February 17, 2025

🎓 Eckhart Hall at the University of Chicago 🎓

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty


🎓 Eckhart Hall at the University of Chicago 🎓
Museum-quality posters made on thick matte paper
© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.
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And just like that, her son is a UChicago (https://www.uchicago.edu/) college graduate. Goodbye UChicago and hello Cornell (https://www.cornell.edu/)! She raised him right and shares in his early successes. And she wanted a piece to commemorate this impressive milestone. What an exciting time for this young man.

My Story
I’m Mike, the Artist of Mike Kraus Art Inc.

I’ve been making art since I was old enough to hold a crayon. I’d fill countless sketchbooks with drawings, cover school assignments with doodles, and publish magazines and print flyers for my friend’s bands. And then, I became an “adult…” The demands of food and rent seemed to require a “serious job.” For years, I languished in a cubicle performing meaningless tasks for a meager salary.

But, art was always my side hustle. I started selling my artwork in junior high between classes. I’d create original pieces during lectures and commissions instead of homework. Oddly enough, being a poor student is what got me into the prestigious School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Inspired by my past history, I quit my career and took another part-time job as a cashier of a big-box store because it had the least amount of responsibility. The rest of my time I spent painting. After several months, I had to quit this low-wage job too because it was getting in the way of my art.

I decided to be a full-time professional artist. I needed the time to paint, collaborate with my patrons and galleries, and maintain my studio. Since then, I’ve sold thousands of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries. I’m very fortunate to have a career dedicated to adding more beauty to the world. And I hope to share that experience with you.

For more information or custom order, please visit:
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Monday, October 21, 2024

🏨 Chicago Alley 🏨

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty


🏨 Chicago Alley 🏨
Museum-quality posters made on thick matte paper
© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.
To purchase for your home, please visit:

The "L" train rattles and squeals after a long day at work.  Chauffeured home while reading a book and looking at the road rage of traffic below.  The backs of building pass by with their tangle of power lines and wonky patios.  This city has two side: a facade to show the world and a place where the real work gets done.  The alleys are somehow beautifully utilitarian.

What do you notice about your neighborhood?  Is it full of natural beauty or manmade?  Are there trees or have they all been removed?  Can you get places by walking and/or biking or are you forced to drive everywhere?  Where we live is who we are.

This print would look best in a space that is red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, black, white, beige, grey, or wood

NOW OPEN!!!
🟥⬜🟦 ART FOR DEMOCRACY! 🟥⬜🟦
A celebration of everything we love about Freedom!

Sign up for the
🍂🍁 5th Annual Fabulous Fall Art Festival 🍁🍂
Do you believe that one-of-a-kind gifts make people feel special?  Then you're invited to find and buy amazing art. Browse unique, hand-crafted items in ceramics, jewelry, glass, mixed media, photography, wood, leather, fiber, metal, wearable art, digital art, paintings, prints and so much more!

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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Wednesday, September 18, 2024

💛 Els Quatre Gats 💛

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty


Els Quatre Gats
201906052
© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.
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Imagine wandering the medieval streets of Barcelona after a late night at a sailor's bar in 1900.  You stumble in to one of the few places still open at that time of night; Els Quatre Gats.  You were hoping to see Santiago Rusiñol, Miguel Utrillo, or Ramon Casa i Carbó debating the state of art.  In the back, a young artist named Pablo Picasso is having his first one-man show.  "Els Quatre Gats" is Catalan slang for "just a few people."  Very true tonight as you decide what snack to pair with your coffee.

Imagineu-vos passejar pels carrers medievals de Barcelona després de la nit a la barra d'un mariner el 1900. Arribareu a un dels pocs llocs encara oberts en aquella hora de la nit; Els Quatre Gats. Esperàveu veure Santiago Rusiñol, Miguel Utrillo o Ramon Casa i Carbó debatent sobre l'estat de l'art. Al darrere, un jove artista anomenat Pablo Picasso té el seu primer espectacle individual. "Els Quatre Gats" és un argot català per "només unes poques persones". Molt cert aquesta nit, ja que decideixes quina mescla es pot combinar amb el teu cafè.

NOW OPEN!!!
🟥⬜🟦 ART FOR DEMOCRACY! 🟥⬜🟦
A celebration of everything we love about Freedom!

You're invited to the
🍂🍁 5th Annual Awesome Autumn Art Festival 🍁🍂
Do you believe that one-of-a-kind gifts make people feel special?  Then you're invited to find and buy amazing art. Browse unique, hand-crafted items in ceramics, jewelry, glass, mixed media, photography, wood, leather, fiber, metal, wearable art, digital art, paintings, prints and so much more!


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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