Thousand Island Sunset

Thousand Island Sunset, 2017

acrylic on canvas

16" x 20" (40.6 cm x 50.8 cm)

201708082

© copyright Mike Kraus

To purchase, please contact: 
https://www.whitmanworks.com/art-products?category=Mike+Kraus
Whitman Works Co. 1826 Penfield Rd, Penfield, NY 14526 (585) 747-9999 https://www.whitmanworks.com/

SHOW TONIGHT!
This Thousand Island Sunset piece is a Whitman Works Co. Exclusive.  And tonight is a great night to stop in the gallery to view it as Jim Buscemi has his opening!

(Penfield, NY) Whitman Works Company is pleased to present the gallery's first exhibition of local photography by East Rochester native, Jim Buscemi. Mr Buscemi will be showing the breadth of his work in Sports, Wildlife and Landscape images with a primary focus on Western New York themes. The photographer will be in residence for the opening of the exhibit on August 16, 2017 from 6 PM to 9 PM. The show will continue in the Whitman Works Company Gallery through September 6th. Regular gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 11 AM – 6 PM. For additional information please visit the gallery shop in person or online.

About the artist: Born and raised in East Rochester, Jim Buscemi currently resides in Fairport, N.Y. with his wife Jennifer, step-daughter Rena, and their german shepard mix Tripp. Jim started his journey in photography at the age of 8 when his parents gave him his first camera, a Kodak Instamatic. After graduating from high school, he purchased a Minolta 35mm and used this through his college years. A Nikon 3000 and Canon T3i are now his primary tools of the trade.

You can follow Jim Buscemi on Facebook (Jim Buscemi), Instagram (@jbusc_33), and Twitter (@Jbusc33).

More info at

https://www.facebook.com/events/1909192579406610/

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Accidentally took a pic of Carol's new "office" at Whitman Works.  But, there's something charming about it and thought I'd share this too.

Whitman Works Finale!

 MIKE KRAUS'

SOLO SHOW AT WHITMAN WORKS

FINAL WEEK!

We've been having so much fun that we can't believe it's almost over.  There's been parties, good food, plenty of drinks, seen old friends, made new one's, and sold pieces to our neighbors and patrons as far away as Australia.  As pieces have found new homes, they've been replaced with new works.  So, if you haven't been to Whitman Works in a couple weeks, it's almost a new show.  THANKS AGAIN for all your support and please join us at: 

Whitman Works Co.
1826 Penfield Road
Penfield, NY 14526
Tuesday - Saturday: 11AM - 6PM
www.whitmanworks.com
(585) 747-9999
More information at:
 https://www.facebook.com/events/1874977212771319/

SEE YOU THERE!

Mike Kraus

PS-Not able to make it to the show because of time or distance?  You can still see and purchase pieces at:
https://www.whitmanworks.com/mike-kraus-show-2017/

Visit Us Soon!

MIKE KRAUS'
ART EXHIBITION!

THANK YOU

to everyone who came out and joined us the other night for my opening party at Whitman Works Co.  

It was an exciting night seeing and making new friends, food, drinks, and finding new homes for my artwork.  

But the fun is just beginning!  My show will be up until March 25th.  And it's always changing as new pieces will 

replace sold pieces.  So, come early and come often to see everything.  THANKS AGAIN and please let me 

know if you need anything.

Whitman Works Co.
1826 Penfield Road
Penfield, NY 14526
www.whitmanworks.com
(585) 747-9999
Wednesday - Saturday: 11AM - 6PM
Sunday and Monday: Closed or by Appt Only
***If you have a time constraint, send us a message or call.  We will happily find a time to help you.

SEE YOU THERE!

PS - For more information, please visit:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1062050483940146/

Join Us On Saturday!

MIKE KRAUS'

ART GALLERY OPENING!

Please join us for a fun night:

Saturday, March 4, 2017
6-9pm

Whitman Works Co.
1826 Penfield Road
Penfield, NY 14526
www.whitmanworks.com
(585) 747-9999

SEE YOU THERE!

Mike Kraus

PS-More information at: https://www.facebook.com/events/1921261001428684/


*Photo by Mike Bradley

Mike Kraus' Art Exhibition Opening At Whitman Works

GALLERY OPENING!

Saturday, March 4, 2017
6-9pm

for Mike Kraus' Art Exhibition Opening at:

Whitman Works Co.
1826 Penfield Road
Penfield, NY 14526

(Penfield, NY) Whitman Works Company is excited to announce an upcoming exhibition of art from artist, Mike Kraus. This exhibit conducts an exploration of nature and our interaction with it. Using traditional paint on canvas, these works capture the vibrancy and solitude of our natural surroundings. The artist's focus is to extract the emotions of each scene and transform it on canvas by emphasizing the details that make the vision unique. Come join us in welcoming the artist, Mike Kraus, in an opening event where he can tell you more about his inspiration and technique.

Join us at Whitman Works Company gallery, which is in the Four Corners District of Penfield, NY. This show runs through March 25, 2017. Our regular gallery hours are Tuesday-Saturday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm. For additional information, please visit www.whitmanworks.com or call (585) 747-9999.

CHILI CHALLENGE!

Victor Chili Challenge hosted by the Victor Merchants Association (http://www.victorldc.org/)  


Mmmm...  This was from Cole & Parks (http://coleandparks.com/) at Victor Coal & Lumber (http://www.victorcoalandlumber.com/).  It was a very good steak and chipotle chili that was hearty.  And, I now have a new found love of eating in hardware stores.


The Game Gamut (http://www.thegamegamut.com/) hosted Mickey Finn's (http://www.mickeyfinnsrestaurant.com/).  It was a pretty tasty chili with some kick.  Plus, everyone will be getting board games for christmas as I already found something for everyone next year.


The Burger Shack (http://www.burgershackgrill.com/) hosted Chef Chase.  What I learned walking in was they have a Best Plate Challenge where you eat their version of a "garbage plate" (http://rocwiki.org/Garbage_Plates) in 20 minutes and you get a T-shirt.  Little do they know that I have a hollow leg...


Grandpa Bob's Old Fashioned Candy Store (http://pennycandy.me/Candy_Store/Welcome.html) hosted Legacy at Fairways (http://www.legacyrochester.com/legacy.php?location=victor&section=about).  I wish I knew the name of their chef because he had the most gourmet chili I've ever had.  In fact, he won "Most Creative Chili" in the overall competition.  

 
Hopper Hills Floral and Gifts (http://www.hopperhills.com/) hosted the Thirsty Turtle (http://thirstyturtlebar.com/), which won for "Spicey Beef."


Jon Bon Jovi's Music?  No chili here; just rock and roll


First Presbyterian Church of Victor (http://www.victorpres.org/).  No chili here either; just God and a beautiful church..


Apparel Printers Plus (http://www.apparelprintersplus.com/) hosted Bernardo's Pizza & Subs (http://www.facebook.com/BernadosPizzaAndSubs?fref=ts).  Dave's chili won "Most Unique Flavor," but I think it should have won overall best.  It had a great flavor with a little kick.  And, probably the highest quality beef ever in a competition.  



Southeast corner of Maple Ave and East Main St.


Northeast corner of Moore Ave and East Main St.  They are so fortunate to have this village still intact.


The Black Diamond hosted Chef Kevin.  This bar reminded me of home...

To recap, the winners of the Victor Chili Challenge were:

Bistro 11 - Best Overall
Thirsty Turtle -Spicey Beef!
Legacy - Most Creative
Bernardo's - Most Unique Flavor
Bistro 11 - Poultry
Soup Spoon - Vegetarian
Bistro 11 - The People's Choice


Beautiful Building at Moore Ave and West Main St.  


And, since it was such a great weekend outside, we walked over to W Commercial St in East Rochester just to see what was going on.


Another mural on Andrews St between Clinton Ave and St. Paul St.  
Hope you enjoyed the nice weather while it was here!

The Tale of Mark Klaus

Santa with Spaz the Iguana.  There's something special about having this happen in the office right next to me



This is Petey in the office on the other side of me.  



PETEY!  KEEP BATCHING GIFTS!  WHAT ABOUT THE AUDIT!



Look who got adopted today!  A 3 month old Pug/Jack Russell Terrier 



Tailgating at Conklin's Bar and Grill before the Bills/Titans game this past weekend, which is the best part of the game when they are losing...



Look at all of them empty seats...  Talking about teams that self-destruct, it's nice to see the Detroit Lions are going to personal foul their way out of a wild card playoff spot.  It's a new twist on an old disappointment.


That's all from Rochester.