What An Exciting Summer!

I hope that you're enjoying your summer!  That you're spending sunny days by the pool, grilling up delicious meals, and watching fireworks.  I've been busy with painting and various new shows.  Not only that, but just finished some renovations to my house that has allowed me to expand my studio.  So, I've been moving around furniture and trying to figure out how to best use my new work space.  I'll share some pictures once I have it all figured out.  Savor the warm, radiant days of summer while they are here.  The inspiration can last a lifetime.

PS- Use coupon code JOINTHEFUN to get 10% OFF your purchase at my online shop

Visit my art gallery online:
MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

Want to see my work in person? Then visit these galleries:
FINAL WEEK!
Rochester Contemporary Art Center  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/

Art Cats Gallery 1845 Lakeshore Dr Muskegon, Michigan
(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. 

LAST WEEK OF 6X6X2017!

Twilight Woods

acrylic paint on canvas

6" x 6" (15.2 cm x 15.2cm)

© copyright Mike Kraus

ALL OF MY PIECE SOLD AT THE 6X6 SHOW!

Rochester Contemporary Art Center's (RoCo) "international small art phenomenon" returned for the tenth year!  Once again, it is an incredible exhibition of thousands of artworks made and donated by celebrities, international and local artists, designers, college students, children, and so many more.  Each piece is 6 by 6 inches and displayed anonymously.  All pieces are for sale for $20 and benefit RoCo.  More info at: http://www.roco6x6.org   

Visit my online gallery to view more of my work at:

MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

See my work in person at these other fine galleries:

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

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

Shore of the Thousand Islands

acrylic paint on canvas

6" x 6" (15.2 cm x 15.2cm)

© copyright Mike Kraus

Zig Zag Pelican

acrylic paint on canvas

6" x 6" (15.2 cm x 15.2cm)

© copyright Mike Kraus

Lavender In Provence

acrylic paint on canvas

6" x 6" (15.2 cm x 15.2cm)

© copyright Mike Kraus

The Artisanal Pickle

The Artisanal Pickle #243

ink and marker on Bristol paper

NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION

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

201707070

© copyright Mike Kraus

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/234858243/the-artisanal-pickle-243-artist-trading

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/

Winds of Change In Peneda-Gerês, Portugal

Winds of Change In Peneda-Gerês, Portugal, 2017

acrylic paint on canvas board

8" x 10"  (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm)

201706069

© copyright Mike Kraus

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/202039258/winds-of-change-in-peneda-geres-portugal

10% OFF with coupon code JOINTHEFUN

In the hot, hazy air of the Peneda-Gerês National Park is the light whooshing sound gently coming off the massive blades of the wind turbines.  Embracing a future that reduces the acid rain destroying our food sources and eliminating a major cause debilitating health issues like asthma.  Billions of private sector dollars are spent each year employing over 1,000,000 people to manufacture, install, maintain, and operate this source of clean energy.  It's something I appreciate more standing on the mountain breathing the fresh air blowing through the peaks and valleys.  While I'm fascinated and respect the past, it is only history to be used for a better tomorrow.

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 Cottage

The Cottage, 2017

acrylic painting on canvas board

14" x 18" (35.6 cm x 45.7 cm)

© copyright Mike Kraus

201706067

For more information, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/186507940/custom-commission-original-art-by-mike

What place is special to you?  Is it a location that you use to visit frequently as a child?  Maybe it's where you got engaged?  Perhaps it's somewhere you go with your pet.  Commissioning a piece is a great way to celebrate your unique place on this earth.

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/

Taco 'Bout Awesome

 Taco 'Bout Awesome, 2017

acrylic paint on canvas board

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

201706068

© copyright Mike Kraus

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/248187027/taco-bout-awesome-original-acrylic

10% OFF with coupon code JOINTHEFUN

Many Mexicans remained in the southwest after the invasion of the Mexican-American War.  While the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo promised Mexicans and Native Americans in the captured territory US citizenship, they lost their civil and political rights for at least 120 years .  From this came a group of women entrepreneurs called "Chili Queens" that sold tacos as street vendors, an easy to make meal for the silver miners of 18th century Mexico.  When the railroads came in the 1880s, the tourist sought out the Chili Queen's tacos just as much as any other attraction.  From there, tacos evolved to use ingredients available in the United State and the development of food processing; including iceberg lettuce, cheddar cheese, and tomatoes.  This culinary delight is a tribute to our turbulent shared American history.  And something to remember every time we celebrate Taco Tuesday.

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:

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

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

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

Red Birch Forest

Red Birch Forest #242

ink and marker on Bristol paper

NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION

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

201706066

© copyright Mike Kraus

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/210510047/red-birch-forest-242-artist-trading

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/