How Do You Feel About Coffee In the Autumn?

Autumn is the perfect time for a hot cup of coffee. And once again, I'm proud to announce I'll be a part of the Coffee Art Project at the New York Coffee Festival, a program that has raised more than $690,000 and delivered clean water to over 20,000 people in Tanzania, Rwanda, Ethiopia and Nicaragua. So, as the trees start to change color and the air begins to chill, I grab a cup of joe. With every sip I take, I realize how fortunate I am.

See my work online at:

MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

See my work in person at these locations:

The Coffee Art Project at The New York Coffee Festival

October 13-15, 2017

Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W 18th St, NYC

http://www.coffeeartproject.com

http://www.newyorkcoffeefestival.com

Havana Night Gala

October 20th, 2017

Baden Street Settlement

Holiday Inn Rochester, NY-Downtown

70 State St, Rochester, NY 14614

http://badenstreet.org/2017-annual-gala/

Whitman Works Company

1826 Penfield Rd, Penfield, NY 14526

(585) 747-9999

https://www.whitmanworks.com/

Art Cats Gallery

1845 Lakeshore Dr, Muskegon, MI 49441

(231) 755-7606

http://artcatsgallery.com/

About Mike Kraus

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

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

Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikekrausart

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mkraus

Twitter: http://twitter.com/MikeKrausBlog

Google+: http://plus.google.com/111168390406803022323/posts

The Morning Cup of Coffee

The Morning Cup of Coffee #240

gouache paint on Bristol paper

not a print or reproduction

2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm) 

201706064

© copyright Mike Kraus 
To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/210522921/the-morning-cup-of-coffee-240-artist

10% OFF with coupon code JOINTHEFUN

This artist trading card or ACEO (art card editions and originals) is frameable, collectible, enjoyable and can be given as a special gift for a birthday, wedding, new baby, anniversary, thank you or other occasion.  It is a one-of-a-kind original work of art, not a print or reproduction. It is signed on the back and lends itself to framing in a standard trading card frame or book.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/MikeKrausArt

Want to see my work in person?  Then visit these galleries:

Art Cats Gallery 1845 Lakeshore Dr, Muskegon, MI 49441 (231) 755-7606 http://artcatsgallery.com/

Rochester Contemporary Arts Center (RoCo)  137 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14604 (585) 461-2222 http://www.rochestercontemporary.org/

Whitman Works Co. 1826 Penfield Rd, Penfield, NY 14526 (585) 747-9999 https://www.whitmanworks.com/

The Morning Cup of Coffee

 The Morning Cup of Coffee #238, 2017

gouache paint on bristol paper

NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION

2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm) 

201706059

© copyright Mike Kraus

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/535452263/the-morning-cup-of-coffee-238-artist

10% OFF with coupon code JOINTHEFUN

This artist trading card or ACEO (Art Card Editions and Originals) is frameable, collectible, enjoyable and can be given as a special gift for a birthday, wedding, new baby, anniversary, thank you or other occasion.  It is a one-of-a-kind original work of art, NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION. It is signed on the back and lends itself to framing in a standard trading card frame or book.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/MikeKrausArt 

Want to see my work in person?  Then visit these galleries:

Art Cats Gallery 1845 Lakeshore Dr, Muskegon, MI 49441 (231) 755-7606 http://artcatsgallery.com/

Rochester Contemporary Arts Center (RoCo)  137 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14604 (585) 461-2222 http://www.rochestercontemporary.org/

Whitman Works Co. 1826 Penfield Rd, Penfield, NY 14526 (585) 747-9999 https://www.whitmanworks.com/

Vineyard On Canandaigua Lake

WATCH THE VIDEO OF HOW I MAKE A PAINTING

Vineyard On Canandaigua Lake, 2017

Acrylic Paint on Canvas

16" x 20"

© copyright Mike Kraus

To see more, please visit: https://www.saatchiart.com/art/Painting-Vineyard-On-Canandaigua-ORIGINAL-ACRYLIC-PAINTING-16-x-20-by-Mike-Kraus/954006/3581112/view

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Nestled between hills covered with traditional wineries and family-run B and Bs is Canandaigua Lake. After a morning in the warm waters, we peruse the village shops on Main Street. We ended up at the restaurant at the marina watching the courteous boat traffic. Our lazy journey to Naples seems almost heavenly as we pass roadside fruit stands overlooking the lake. A great place for a summer day. 

This painting would look best in a space that is deep red, dark orange, navy blue, burgundy red, evergreen, cadmium yellow, purple, beige, black, white, or wood 

For more information or custom order, please visit:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/MikeKrausArt

THE SHOW IS OPEN NOW!

THANKS SO MUCH TO UNION PLACE COFFEE ROASTERS for hosting a wonderful open house last night.  We had a great time and met lots of fun new friends.  I really enjoyed the coffee roasting demonstrations, Sweet and Cute coffee syrup tasting on ice cream, Dolce Cupcakery's treats, Southern Tier Brewing Company stout and IPA, and Rochester, NY's mayoral candidate Rachel Barnhart discuss her plans.

There's still time to see my work and have some amazing coffee too!  Whitman Work Co. will have my pieces up until May 25th.  More information at:

https://www.facebook.com/events/1190565527732439/

Union Place Coffee Roasters

Genesee Valley Regional Market

900 Jefferson Rd. Building 15 Suite 1504

Rochester, NY 14623

(585) 784-0404

www.UnionPlaceCoffeeRoasters.com

Store Hours:

Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

Thursday 9am-6pm

Saturday 9am-3pm

Union Place Coffee Roasters Open House

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Join us for the 

Union Place Coffee Roasters Open House 

Thursday, April 27th

6-8pm

Browse pieces inspired by the stunning landscapes of Upstate New York and beyond.  See how I extract the emotions of each scene and transform it on canvas by emphasizing the details that make the vision unique.

Meet Derek Darling of Whitman Works Company, a boutique artisan gallery on the Four Corners of Penfield, New York.  Artists, craftsmen, jewelers, among others can be found hiding in every corner. Derek hosts artists of all ilk, and creates a new marketplace that connects artists with patrons and art lovers.

OTHER FEATURED ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

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LEARN TO ROAST AT HOME

You'll be brought on a coffee journey from the green bean to a beautifully roasted coffee ready for your cup.   Demonstrations will include roasting a batch of Colombian beans in the Deidrich roaster, roasted to a medium,  producing a balanced cup with a nice sweetness and a smooth, winey finish and homeroasting using a hot air popcorn popper.

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Tina, owner and creator of Sweet & Cute Coffee Syrup, will serve coffee syrup over ice cream.   Made with three simple  ingredients: organic sugar, water, Union Place Dark Roast Blend Coffee. Learn about the endless ways to enjoy coffee  syrup; from waffles to bourbon!

Sample decadent cupcakes from Pittsford's premier bakery: Dolce Cupcakery.  Located in Schoen Place, where Lisa creates cupcakes that are handmade with premium ingredients you can taste. Check out Lisa's latest creations for your next catered event.

Southern Tier Brewing Company of Lakewood, New York, has grown to produce more than 100,000 barrels of beer annually.  The hand crafted ales are now available in more than thirty States and points beyond.

Stop by and meet Rochester mayoral candidate, Rachel Barnhart.  Talk with Rachel about her vision for our beautiful city and how you can help make that vision a reality.

Located in Henrietta NY at the Genesee Valley Regional Market, closest to the East Henrietta Rd entrance, look for the orange signs.

Union Place Coffee Roasters

Genesee Valley Regional Market 

900 Jefferson Rd. Building 15 Suite 1504

Rochester, NY 14623

(585) 784-0404

www.unionplacecoffeeroasters.com

Store Hours:

Monday - Friday   9 am - 5 pm

Thursday              9 am - 6 pm

Saturday               9 am - 3 pm

MORE INFO AT:

https://www.facebook.com/events/745308018974257

The Morning Cup of Coffee

 The Morning Cup of Coffee #206

Gouache on Bristol Paper

NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION

2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm) 

© copyright Mike Kraus 

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/248902549/the-morning-cup-of-coffee-206-artist

10% OFF with coupon code JOINTHEFUN

This artist trading card or ACEO (Art Card Editions and Originals) is frameable, collectible, enjoyable and can be given as a special gift for a birthday, wedding, new baby, anniversary, thank you or other occasion.  It is a one-of-a-kind original work of art, NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION. It is signed on the back and lends itself to framing in a standard trading card frame or book.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/MikeKrausArt 

The Daily Grind

 The Daily Grind #204

Gouache and Ink on Bristol Paper

NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION

2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm) 

© copyright Mike Kraus

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/234858325/the-daily-grind-204-artist-trading-cards

10% OFF with coupon code JOINTHEFUN

This artist trading card or ACEO (Art Card Editions & Originals) is frameable, collectible, enjoyable and can be given as a special gift for a birthday, wedding, new baby, anniversary, thank you or other occasion.  It is a one-of-a-kind original work of art, NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION. It is signed on the back and lends itself to framing in a standard trading card frame or book.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/MikeKrausArt

A 1,000 Reasons To Love The Thousand Islands

Megan and I headed up to the Thousand Islands (http://www.visit1000islands.com/) for a camping vacation.  Just a short drive to Burnham Point State Park (http://nysparks.com/parks/57/details.aspx) between the towns of Cape Vincent and Clayton.

 Scout can't wait for an adventure

"Why is Mike taking so long getting supplies?"

Megan surveying Carleton Island and the St. Lawrence River from our campsite. 

She seems pleased with our spot 

Introducing Scout to waves.  I guess she's never seen them before...

Our new home 

Burnham Point State Park from the pier 

Megan loves this really fast slide built into the hill. 

Scout taking it easy in her coastal condo. 

 The first of many campfires

Eating well at the campground.  It's always scary for Megan to see what I'll come out with from the store before camping.  The menu for this trip was pizza, steak stir fry, brats, smores, and an assortment of snacks.

Sun setting over Carleton Island.

Waking up early camping sponsored by Taste of Design Cafe (https://www.facebook.com/tasteofdesign.cv/) in Cape Vincent.

Spent too much time looking for a camping percolator, found one, still have no idea how to use it, it broke, and then had to return it.  We learned our lesson and just went to the cafe.  

PS-the almond croissants are amazing.

More of the 1,864 islands of the Thousand Islands from Clayton. 

The Johnston House (http://www.johnstonhouserestaurant.com/) 

Went on a day trip to Wellesley Island State Park (http://nysparks.com/parks/52/details.aspx) for hiking and the first thing we see when we pull in are a huge nest full of Osprey (http://www.thousandislandslife.com/BackIssues/Archive/tabid/393/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/682/Ospreys.aspx)

 Hiking along Eel Bay

It must be a quiet place to live on Mosquito Island. 

The Zebra Mussels have done a wonderful job cleaning the water.

Views to Canada from atop Wellesley Island 

The Narrows between Wellesley Island and Murray Isle.

And finishing a day of hiking at the swimming beach was a great idea.

All that walking killed Scout...

Another beautiful evening.

Boldt Castle (http://www.boldtcastle.com/visitorinfo/) in Alexandria Bay.  

One of countless freighters in the Saint Lawrence River. 

Boldt Castle with another freighter. 

Megan and Scout on Casino Island.  She's not our dog, she's our fur-baby.  This picture is not incriminating... 

More huge houses on little islands.

A Canada Steamship Lines (https://www.cslships.com/en/canada-steamship-lines) freighter up close. 

A surprisingly interesting and beautiful place to visit was the Zenda Farms Preserve (https://tilandtrust.org/explore/preserves-trails/zenda-farms-preserve) just west of Clayton, NY.   

 

"This isn't kindling wood, it's my chewing stick pile..." 

"I wasn't sure I liked camping until I realized there was steak..."

A parade of geese checking each campsite for bread. 

Probably the best sunset photographs I've ever taken. 

 Great way to finish up a vacation.

Scout and I dreaming about our next adventure.