The Patterned Meerkat

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

The Patterned Meerkat

acrylic paint on canvas board

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

202103020

© copyright Mike Kraus

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/256022539/the-patterned-meerkat-original-acrylic

Today, in the Kalahari Desert, he is a sentry while the others in his clan forage and play.  If there is danger, he will bark to tell the others to hide.  But, there is no danger today.  Yet, he will remain on duty while the others race and wrestle in the sun.

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

Having Fun During COVID-19

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:

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

Purple and Grey Chevron Squirrel

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Purple and Grey Chevron Squirrel

acrylic paint on canvas board

8" x 10" (cm x cm) 

202004023

© copyright Mike Kraus

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/941622209/purple-and-grey-chevron-squirrel

or merchandise at

https://society6.com/product/purple-and-grey-chevron-squirrel-by-mike-kraus-art-wildlife-animals-fun-silly-rodents-pets-yard_mini-art-print?sku=s6-18661606p113a263v866a264v870

I only fed him one time.  Now, I can't get rid of him.  He hangs on my screen door begging me for more peanut butter.  I'm no longer able to go in the backyard.  Yet, I find the whole thing entertaining.

Having Fun During COVID-19

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:

Store: MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MikeKrausArt

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

Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikekrausart
Twitter: http://twitter.com/MikeKrausBlog

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mkraus

The Raccoon

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

The Raccoon #397

pen and ink on Bristol paper

2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm) 

NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION

202010095

© copyright Mike Kraus

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/234445844/raccoon-397-artist-trading-cards-25-x-35

*NOTICE - SHIPPING DELAYS HARMING SMALL BUSINESSES MAY BE EXPERIENCED: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2020/aug/16/usps-mail-delays-postmaster-general-changes-workers

The raccoon: official Coronavirus (COVID-19) mascot.  Always wears a mask, constantly washes hands, and stays home in its den for weeks at a time.  Stay safe!    

Having Fun During Coronavirus

Art Project: 
https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/2020/07/art-project-having-fun-during.html
Building a Fire Pit:
https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/2020/08/building-fire-pit-having-fun-during.html
Share Heart of Hope:
https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/2020/08/coronaviruscovid-19-heart-of-hope.html
Hiking:
https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/2020/08/hiking-having-fun-during-coronavirus.html
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley Parlor Game:
https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/2020/08/mary-wollstonecraft-shelley-parlor-game.html
Celebrating Women:
 https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/2020/08/celebrating-women-having-fun-during.html
Have A Picnic:
https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/2020/09/have-picnic-having-fun-during.html
You Haven't Seen That?!? Game:
https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/2020/09/you-havent-seen-that-game-having-fun.html
Have Some Theme Spirit:
https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/2020/09/have-some-theme-spirit-having-fun.html
Working For the Weekend:
https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/2020/09/working-for-weekend-having-fun-during.html
Honor and Remembrance:
https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/2020/09/honor-and-remembrance-having-fun-during.html

Apple Picking and Other Farms:
https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/2020/10/apple-picking-and-other-farms-having.html

Halloween Gravedigger Flashlight Game:

https://mikekraus.blogspot.com/2020/10/halloween-gravedigger-flashlight-game.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:

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

Leapin' Lemurs!

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty 

Leapin' Lemurs!

acrylic paint on canvas board

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

201910095

© copyright Michael Kraus

To purchase, please visit: https://society6.com/product/leapin-lemurs-by-mike-kraus-art-animals-wildlife-africa-madagascar-blue-black-white-fun-gift_print?sku=s6-11878504p4a1v45

It's was a busy morning.  We woke up early for a long drive before taking an exhausting hike.  But, it was completely worth the arduous journey.  I decided to sit and relax on a large stone before our next excursion.  I felt a tap on my arm and when I turned to respond, I saw this incredibly curious lemur looking up at me.  Before I knew it, he pickpocketed my granola bar and was enjoying the treat on my shoulder.  Sometimes, the best experience aren't on the itinerary.

This painting would great in a small space that is red, orange, yellow, green, light blue, light purple, black, white, gray, beige, or wood.

More About Mike Kraus Art

My NPR Marketplace Business News interview about art as an alternative investment

https://www.marketplace.org/2019/02/13/business/hobby-investments-cant-escape-darn-global-economy

Graphic Ear Interview on WAYO 104.3 FM

https://www.mixcloud.com/graphic-ear/070518-graphic-ear-with-mike-kraus/

Boston Voyager Magazine interview at:

www.bostonvoyager.com/interview/check-mike-krauss-artwork/

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
Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikekrausart

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

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mkraus

Dove

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Dove

acrylic paint on canvas board

201905050

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

© copyright Mike Kraus

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/697352630/dove-original-acrylic-painting-8-x-10-by

Peace is not something you wish for; it's something you make, something you do, something you are, and something that you give away. -John Lennon

More About Mike Kraus Art

My NPR Marketplace Business News interview about art as an alternative investment

https://www.marketplace.org/2019/02/13/business/hobby-investments-cant-escape-darn-global-economy

Graphic Ear Interview on WAYO 104.3 FM

https://www.mixcloud.com/graphic-ear/070518-graphic-ear-with-mike-kraus/

Boston Voyager Magazine interview at:
www.bostonvoyager.com/interview/check-mike-krauss-artwork/

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:

Store: MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

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

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

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mkraus

The Enchanted Squirrel

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

The Enchanted Squirrel

acrylic paint, beads, gems, stones with resin on canvas

16" x 20" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm) in a vintage wooden frame

201809112

© copyright Maureen Robbins/Michael Kraus

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/203691540/the-enchanted-squirrel-original-mixed

What happens when a piece of Mike Kraus' art scampers into the studio of Maureen Robbins?  Magic!  An artists' workshop is a dangerous place for a squirrel to wander in to.  There's lots of paint, beads, gems, stones lurking in every nook and cranny.  Some that bring out somber thoughts and others that dazzle the eye with its brightness.  But, if everything goes right and momentum propels us correctly, unusual collaborations can lead to wonderful enchantments.

More About Maureen Robbins Art

First Sunday Art Opening at 540WMain

https://www.facebook.com/events/2029062590449189/

More About Mike Kraus Art

Boston Voyager Magazine Interview

http://bostonvoyager.com/interview/check-mike-krauss-artwork/

See me at KettleFest at Kettle Ridge Farm on September 15th:

https://www.facebook.com/events/363843977488486/

Join my 540WMain Community Learning Academy workshop "How To Become A Professional Artist

https://www.facebook.com/events/308616739898516

Graphic Ear Interview on WAYO 104.3 FM​ Rochester at:

https://www.mixcloud.com/graphic-ear/070518-graphic-ear-with-mike-kraus/

Maureen Robbins

From collector to artist, Maureen Robbins has always had a certain flair. She shared her artistic side with a love of interesting purses and jewelry during a long career in Marketing, along with a home filled with unusual artwork and collectibles from around the world. So it was no surprise that, in retirement, she would take her artistry in a new direction. A bejeweled old window, used as a message board in a B&B was her first inspiration for turning everyday items into bejeweled pieces of artwork …. planters, vases, windows, picture frames. From those early stages, her artwork has developed in multiple directions and her work has been shown in a Gallery in San Diego, CA, and has been featured for three years in the Spring Show of the Erie Art Museum. Today, you’ll find pieces in galleries and art shops across Upstate New York.

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 Raccoon

The Raccoon #234, 2017

pen, ink, marker on bristol paper

NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION

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

201705045

© copyright Mike Kraus

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/532316589/the-raccoon-234-artist-trading-cards-25

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 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 23rd.  More information at:

https://www.facebook.com/events/433621963677913/

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

Oh, Polar Bear!

 Oh, Polar Bear #222

pen, ink, and marker 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/512372068/oh-polar-bear-222-artist-trading-cards

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.

FREE SHIPPING IN THE UNITED STATES

For more information or custom order, please visit:

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

THE SHOW IS OPEN NOW!

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.  Artists, craftsmen, jewelers, among others can be found hiding in every corner of his shop.  It's a new marketplace that connects artists with patrons and art lovers.

OTHER FEATURED ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: Coffee roasting demonstrations, Sweet & Cute Coffee Syrup tasting on ice cream, Dolce Cupcakery, Southern Tier Brewing Company, and meet Rochester, NY mayoral candidate Rachel Barnhart.

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

More information at: https://www.facebook.com/events/745308018974257

Elephants of Tanzania

Elephants of Tanzania, 2016

Acrylic on canvas board

350 dpi

© copyright Mike Kraus

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/245260139/elephants-of-tanzania-original-digital

10% OFF with coupon code JOINTHEFUN

The jeep bumps and shakes down the dusty road.  Our guide almost seems bored as our group is shocked and amazed by every element of the landscape.  We are on a visual hunt for the "big five" game animals: lion, rhino, buffalo, leopard, and elephant.  Our vehicle takes a tight turn and bursts through some dense bushes into the open Serengeti.  And that's when they appear.

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

For more information or custom order, please visit:

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

Pink and Green Chevron Owl

Pink and Green Chevron Owl, 2016

Digital Download

480 dpi JPEG

© copyright Mike Kraus

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/267754446/pink-and-green-chevron-owl-original

10% OFF with coupon code JOINTHEFUN

This piece would look best in a space that is deep orange, light yellow, dark green, blue, purple, beige, or wood.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

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

Red and Green Ribbon Squirrel

Red and Green Ribbon Squirrel, 2015

acrylic paint on canvas board

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

© copyright Mike Kraus

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/256022539/red-and-green-ribbon-squirrel-original

10% OFF with coupon code JOINTHEFUN

I only fed him one time.  Now, I can't get rid of him.  He hangs on my screen door begging me for more peanut butter.  I'm no longer able to go in the backyard.  Yet, I find the whole thing entertaining.

This painting would great in a space that is dark red, light green, light blue, yellow, violet, pink coral, brown, neutral beige or wood.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

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

My Baby Sent Me a Letter!

Lavender In Provence

Reproduction of original portrait painting

High Quality printing on 100% Post-Consumer Waste, 100-lb. Premium Matte Recycled Paper

5" x 7" (12.7 cm x 17.8 cm) 

© 2015 copyright Mike Kraus 

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/243455539/lavender-in-provence-postcard-5-x-7-by?ref=listings_manager_grid

Yellow and Orange Chevron Squirrel

Reproduction of original portrait painting

High Quality printing on 100% Post-Consumer Waste, 100-lb. Premium Matte Recycled Paper

5" x 7" (12.7 cm x 17.8 cm) 

© 2014 copyright Mike Kraus 

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/243459595/yellow-and-orange-chevron-squirrel?ref=listing-shop-header-0

Winter Woods

Reproduction of original portrait painting

High Quality printing on 100% Post-Consumer Waste, 100-lb. Premium Matte Recycled Paper

5" x 7" (12.7 cm x 17.8 cm) 

© 2014 copyright Mike Kraus 

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/243457511/winter-woods-postcard-5-x-7-by-mike?ref=listing-shop-header-0

10% OFF with coupon code JOINTHEFUN

Original illustration by Mike Kraus.  These postcards are frameable, collectable, enjoyable and can be given as a special gift for a birthday, wedding, new baby, anniversary, thank you or other occasion. Reverse side of postcard has space for writing message along with pieces title, my name, and website.  

FREE SHIPPING IN THE UNITED STATES

For more information or custom order, please visit:

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