Showing posts with label celebration. Show all posts
Showing posts with label celebration. Show all posts

Monday, February 5, 2024

πŸ’š WHO DO YOU LOVE? πŸ’š

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty


WHO DO YOU LOVE?

Valentine's Day is about friendship. It is a moment to appreciate the deep connections we have with each other. Our kind gestures, really listening, and so many inside jokes.

Love is so much more than romance. It's something we need to ease our stress and loneliness. It bonds us to our parents, friends, neighbors, and so many others. We are love and it's something we must share.

I appreciate you so much. You make the world a more beautiful place to be.

Your Friend,
Mike Kraus

Listen to my interview on NPR's Marketplace at :


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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Monday, January 1, 2024

🍾πŸ₯‚ Let's Make 2024 a Beautiful Year! πŸ₯‚πŸΎ

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty


Let's Make 2024 a Beautiful Year!

Together, we will reject ugliness. 
To address our anxieties and fulfill our needs.  To be the best versions of ourselves.  To face what is hidden.

What is ugly to you?  Does something cause you to worry?  Are you a part of a community and who are they really?  What do you stay away from?  And who do you want to be by 2025?


Your friend, 
Mike Kraus

MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

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


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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Monday, February 6, 2023

πŸ’š I LOVE YOU! πŸ’š

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty


πŸ’š I LOVE YOU πŸ’š

Love isn't just for romantic couples.  It's for all of us: friends, neighbors, cousins, parents, etc.  Recently, I joined a Kindness Challenge and it taught me so much.  That love is a skill and capacity we can improve.  And our endearment must come before careers, status, and wealth.  Only through love can we fill the void of anxiety and loneliness.

Valentine's Day is all about friendship.  The bond of kindness, respect, and sharing a good laugh with each other.

I'm so fortunate for your support.  Side-by-side; anything is possible.


Your Friend,
Mike Kraus
MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!



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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Sunday, January 1, 2023

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty


HAPPY NEW YEAR

We've accomplished so much together in 2022.  And that's a great reason to celebrate.  It's good to acknowledge all we've learned from our obstacles too.  These stumbling blocks are opportunities for growth in 2023.  I expect it to be a great adventure for us.


Thank you for being you.  I'm so grateful to have you in my life.


Your Friend,
Mike Kraus
MikeKrausArt.etsy.com


PS - Join us for HELLO 2023! A 21-Day Happiness Challenge. We'll start by saying "hi" to each other, tell stories, build relationships, and (most of all) have fun.


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.


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Friday, December 31, 2021

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

 Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty


HAPPY NEW YEAR!

2021 was a year of kindness and support from friends like you.  A time of reflection to search for understanding, honesty, and gratitude.  And to have the courage to take care of ourselves and our community.

I'm glad to have you in my life.  We have a lot to look forward to in 2022.  


Your Friend,
Mike Kraus

https://mikekraus.blogspot.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 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.

Wednesday, April 28, 2021

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty 


Children who love and take care of their mothers know they are lucky, because they honor the most important person in their lives.  Mother's Day is a day of celebration for the mom who is always there for you when you need them.  THANK YOU MOMS!  We really would have been nothing without you and we love you for that.

Stay Safe,
Mike Kraus
MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

PS - New Mother's Day Traditions: Having Fun During COVID-19: 
https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/2021/04/new-mothers-day-traditions-having-fun.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 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.


Thursday, December 31, 2020

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

 Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty


HAPPY NEW YEAR!

With the new year, I hope that you will embrace 2021 with an open 
heart and go forward in good health, joy, and 
imagination.

Your Friend,
Mike Kraus
MikeKrausArt.etsy.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.

Thursday, October 15, 2020

Choose Your Own Title: "This Is 40" or "COVID-40"

BIRTHDAY BLOWOUT!
Can you believe of the dozen of photos this is the best bubble Megan made?

Megan took the day off of work and we celebrated all around the Finger Lakes.  We started off the day having a picnic breakfast at Bare Hill Unique Area (https://www.dec.ny.gov/lands/37438.html) overlooking Canandaigual Lake and Bristol.

Onward and upward!  Visited Conklin's Gully at the High Tor Wildlife Management Area (https://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/24439.html).  The vertical climb at the start did burn off the apple cake breakfast.  And, it is a pretty amazing very from the edge of the cliff.




Megan preparing lunch at Keuka Lake State Park (https://parks.ny.gov/parks/keukalake/maps.aspx)

It's like living in a brochure for visiting upstate New York.

Bench looking toward Branchport



Megan put all my favorite meats into one sandwich.  It was delicious and drove our pup Scout insane.



When magic is delivered to your mailbox

Spiderman says #WearAMask

Seneca Mills Falls on the Keuka Outlet Trail (https://www.keukaoutlettrail.org/) between Penn Yan and Dresden.  


If you're going to have ruins, they might as well be beautiful

Megan's Totally Tubular 80's Quiz: Mike Edition.  Thanks for everyone who participated.  I don't know what's worse: how much I forgot or how much my wife learned...

To go with the 1980s theme, Megan and I split a bag of Big League Chew (https://www.bigleaguechew.com/).  It's exactly how I remember it.  And I was instantly transported to being an 8 year old playing pee-wee baseball and having the whole bench being yelled at by the coach because we're blowing bubbles instead of paying attention to our game. 

Downtown Penn Yan at the end of the trail.  It reminded me of the old paths connecting towns and villages in Europe.  A perfect setting for Robin Hood and other medieval characters.

If you're going to make pancakes anyway, just use a 28-foot griddle and set a world record.

For all you singles out there, find a partner that will make you sloppy joes and tater tots on your birthday and never let them go..

If you didn't know, Megan is a trained cake decorator.  Really?  That's amazing!  Her creations are scattered throughout my blog over the years.  You can tell because she was smart enough to avoid using 40 individual candles.  A stylistic choice my asthma appreciates.

THANK YOU FOR ALL THE TEXTS, POSTS, CALLS, MAIL, AND BIRHTDAY GREETINGS IN OTHER FORMS OF COMMUNICATION!!!  I really appreciate it.  I love and miss you all.  In a year full of difficulty and grief, I'm so grateful to have such wonderful friends and family to celebrate with.  When life happens, I'm glad we're all in it together!

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