Mike Kraus

Monday, September 16, 2019

Summer's Delivery Service

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Summer's Delivery Service

acrylic paint on canvas board

16" x 20" (40.6 cm x 50.8 cm)
201908074

© copyright Mike Kraus
For more information, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/186507940/custom-commission-original-artwork-by

He has lots of wonderful memories and people in his life. And he wanted something to symbolize that in his home. After some thought, he was inspired. He and his girlfriend shared a favorite childhood movie. What if he had a painting made with his girlfriend as the main character? And their cat could be added as well! It's a fun piece that turns a house into a home.

Please visit my Brightscapes art show at Mendon 64. Along with my artwork, there's pieces by Kim Lester, guest chef Chris Hobaica , music by: Jaunt UPstate MA'AM, D.B. Rielly, Nick LeDuc, Ryan Barski, Tuesday extended happy hours, Wednesday $1 oysters, Thursday no corkage, and so much more.

Mendon 64

1369 Pittsford Mendon Rd

Mendon, New York 14506

(585) 433-9464

dining@mendon64.com

For up to date information, please visit:

https://www.facebook.com/events/381459825832899

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

Friday, September 13, 2019

Sunflowers In Provence, France

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Sunflowers In Provence, France
acrylic paint on canvas board

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

201909078

For more information, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/257185902/sunflowers-in-provence-france-original

It was a late start from Avignon as we lingered at a cafe savoring our coffee and croissants. A warm breeze with a sweet scent was blowing as we hiked our way toward Carpentras. My backpack filled with necessities like snacks, water, and wine. It will come in handy when we find a beautiful place to rest our worn feet. Perhaps overlooking the rolling hills of sunflowers.

Mendon 64

1369 Pittsford Mendon Rd

Mendon, New York 14506

(585) 433-9464

dining@mendon64.com

For up to date information, please visit:

https://www.facebook.com/events/381459825832899

To see more of Mike Kraus' artwork, please visit: MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

See me at

KettleFest 2019

More information at:

https://www.facebook.com/events/1074229096115301/

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

Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Twilight Woods

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Twilight Woods #343
gouache paint on Bristol paper

2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm)
201909077

© copyright Mike Kraus
For more information, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/234446654/twilight-woods-343-artist-trading-cards

Please visit my Brightscapes art show at Mendon 64. Along with my artwork, there's pieces by Kim Lester, guest chef Chris Hobaica , music by: Nick LeDuc, Ryan Barski, Tuesday Extended Happy Hours, Wednesday $1 oysters, Thursday no corkage, and so much more.

Mendon 64

1369 Pittsford Mendon Rd

Mendon, New York 14506

(585) 433-9464

dining@mendon64.com

For up to date information, please visit:

https://www.facebook.com/events/381459825832899

To see more of Mike Kraus' artwork, please visit: MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

See me at

KettleFest 2019

More information at:

https://www.facebook.com/events/1074229096115301/

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

Monday, September 9, 2019

Summer by the Pool

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Summer by the Pool
acrylic paint on canvas board

16" x 20" (40.6 cm x 50.8 cm)
201908071

© copyright Mike Kraus
For more information, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/186507940/custom-commission-original-artwork-by

They've been such generous friends. When her son moved to Florida, they gave him some of their furniture for his spartan apartment. When Hurricane Dorian threatened his apartment, they offered him a spare bedroom for safe shelter. How do you thank someone for such kindness. She thought about it a long time. What do they love most? After much contemplation, she saw how much they cherish their home. Particularly, the well-manicured backyard with a pool. Spending hot days cooling off with their five beloved pups. Sounds like heaven.

SEE YOU TOMORROW for Kim Lester's art opening and extended Happy Hours!

Please visit my Brightscapes art show at Mendon 64. Along with seeing my new works of the Finger Lakes, other activities include art by Nora Gelb Designs, Ann Dauphin, David Tay, guest chef Chris Hobaica , music by: Nick LeDuc, Ryan Barski, Wednesday $1 oysters, Thursday no corkage, and so much more.