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Wednesday, June 15, 2022

Blue Birch Forest

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Blue Birch Forest #229

ink and marker on bristol paper

NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION

2.5" x 3.5"(6.35 cm x 8.89 cm)

201705040

To purchase for your collection, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/531384469

LAST DAY

of the

Summer Art Party at:

https://www.facebook.com/events/577688133649379

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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Monday, May 23, 2022

The Daily Grind

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

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)

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

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.

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:

Wednesday, April 6, 2022

In Da Moonlight

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

In Da Moonlight

scratchboard

5" x 7" in a vintage frame (12.7 cm x 17.8 cm in a vintage frame)

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/184303792/in-da-moonlight-original-scratchboard-5

Nights are longer here. Only shadows dance in the moonlight of the old farm. Howls and secretive footsteps can be heard, but nothing seen, in the nearby fields. The darkness is honest away from civilization. Much like the people that live in this neck of the woods.

Is the night quiet or loud where you live? Some neighborhoods have lots of traffic and sirens. Others are only populated by nocturnal animals sneaking around. Either way, what is the moon like where you are?

This piece would work in almost any small space that is red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, black, white, beige 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 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:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mkraus

Wednesday, March 16, 2022

Meadow In Bloom

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Meadow In Bloom #225

gouache on bristol paper

NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION

2.5" x 3.5" in a 4" x 5" frame (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm in a 10.2 cm x 12.7 cm frame)

201705036

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/516192896/meadow-in-bloom-225-original-miniature

This artist trading card or ACEO (Art Card Editions & Originals) is 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. and it is signed on the back.

This piece would look best in a space that is red, orange, yellow, green, blue, dark purple, brown, beige, black, white, 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 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:

Monday, March 14, 2022

Deeper Experience in Retrospect

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Deeper Experience in Retrospect

acrylic paint on canvas panel

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

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/189900241/deeper-experience-in-retrospect-original

The crucible has been lit. And the heat is intense. The desire to dominate what is outside when we're unable to control what is inside. How can you know the truth in the land of fairy tales? Our medieval beliefs conflict with our modern reality. What is poured into the crucible determines the outcome.

How are we alike? Why should we care? How do we benefit working together? Choices have consequences.

This painting would great in a space that is dark red, orange, yellow, dark green, blue, purple, black, white, grey, beige, 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 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:

Monday, May 24, 2021

Amy's Wild Hog

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Amy's Wild Hog #428

pen, ink, and graphite on Bristol paper

2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm)

NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION

202105037

to purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/625605604/amys-wild-hog-428-artist-trading-cards

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.

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 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:

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MikeKrausArt
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Wednesday, March 31, 2021

Supply Run

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Supply Run

pen, ink, and graphite on bristol paper

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

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/187361236/supply-run-original-ink-drawing-5-x-7-by

A weekend to myself. Better get everything I need to survive. A few meals, junk food for snacks, something for dessert, and something to drink to make me feel good. Aisles and aisles of brightly colored sugary treats. All waiting for me to let myself go.

This drawing would look best in a colorful space that is bright red, orange, yellow, light green, blue, purple, black, white, neutral, or wood.

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 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:

Monday, March 29, 2021

Blue Elephant

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Blue Elephant #421

ink, pen, and marker on Bristol paper

2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm)

NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION

202103022

To purchase, please visit: https://mikekrausart.etsy.com/listing/234637716

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 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:

Wednesday, March 24, 2021

The Sentry

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

The Sentry

pen, ink, and graphite on bristol paper

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

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/241872331/the-sentry-original-ink-drawing-5-x-7-by

The streets can be a dangerous place. Strange noises coming from the alleys. Suspicious people on the street corner. Cars slowing down as they pass you from behind walking on the sidewalk. That is why there is: The Sentry.

This drawing would look best in a colorful space that is bright red, orange, yellow, light green, blue, purple, black, white, neutral, or wood.

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 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:

https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/2020/11/holiday-gratitude-board-having-fun.html

Wednesday, November 25, 2020

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

This time of year is about relaxation, gratitude, and creating new traditions. If you're like me you'll lazily start the day by watching the parade, Zoom with some family and friends, enjoy a couple online games, eat a little too much, a short hike to burn off the calories, and crash on the couch to watch Planes, Trains, and Automobiles.

Most of all, I'm grateful for you. Your kindness and support is so appreciated. And I hope you and your loved ones are all safe, entertained, creative, and healthy. THANK YOU and have a wonderful holiday season!

We're All In This Together,
Mike Kraus
MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

Having Fun During COVID-19
New Thanksgiving Traditions:
https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/2020/11/new-thanksgiving-traditions-having-fun.html

I'm Thankful You're In My Life:
https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/2020/11/im-thankful-youre-in-my-life-having-fun.html
Holiday Gratitude Board:

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:

Alfie Fabric Button Necklace - Round Neckline

Thursday, November 12, 2020

MansaWear

Minimalist style complements the bright, bold, and sassy colors of the fabrics by designer Nita Brown of MansaWear (https://shop.mansawear.com/s/shop). Brown has created a brand known for using high-quality materials and excellent tailoring. While there's plenty of beautiful ready-made statement pieces available at MansaWear, they've become well-known for their custom fashions. It's an intricate process starting with a 30-point measurement system, an expert style consultant guiding you through cut, colors, scale, patterns, adjustments and final fittings, resulting in a glamourous piece.

CONGRATULATIONS to MansaWear for being selected for the prestigious JOANN Fabric and Craft Store's Minority Grant Award. “Apart from enabling me to hire 3 seamstresses for the chemo caps and mask production and meet the increased demand for tops due to conducting business virtually in the new normal environment, the brand exposure that JOANN's social media and marketing platforms, plus the opportunity of being a Creativebug instructor would be incalculable.” -Nita Brown of MansaWear

Monday, June 1, 2020

It's Knot a Tie For Dad...

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

THANK DAD
for his
INSPIRATION and LOVE!

Dad is too unique and special for just another card, tie, or novelty gift. Get him something memorable with original artwork. Or have a custom piece created just for him. (And dad, you deserve to choose something you want for yourself too.)

Stay Safe,
Mike Kraus
MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

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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 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:

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

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

Monday, February 17, 2020

Sunflowers and Lavender In Provence France

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Sunflowers and Lavender In Provence France

acrylic paint on canvas board

8" x 10" in a vintage frame (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm in a vintage frame)
201801012

© copyright Mike Kraus
To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/235352360/sunflowers-and-lavender-in-provence

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

Michael 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:

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

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