Cock a Doodle Doo

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Cock a Doodle Doo #477

ink and colored pencils on Bristol paper

2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm) 
202207030

© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.

To purchase for your collection, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/234446338/cock-a-doodle-doo-477-artist-trading

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.

Let's start being kinder to others and ourselves with the Kindness Challenge at: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226376114884901&set=gm.415553690592606

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:

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Decisions of Destiny

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Decisions of Destiny #476

pen and ink on Bristol paper

2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm) 
202207029

© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.

To purchase for your collection, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/743213611/decisions-of-destiny-476-artist-trading

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.

Let's start being kinder to others and ourselves with the Kindness Challenge at: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226376114884901&set=gm.415553690592606

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:

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Jackson Glacier Overlook, Glacier National Park⁩, ⁨Montana⁩

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Jackson Glacier Overlook, Glacier National Park⁩, ⁨Montana⁩

acrylic paint on canvas board

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

202207028

© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.

To purchase for your home, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/209826732/jackson-overlook-glacier-national-park

Places and moments can be very special.  There's a sense of awe.  Something that pulls you away from your mundane routine and gives you peace of mind.  More importantly, this is true of our relationships with people too.  To know that we're loved, supported, and have a place in this world.  We have a lot to be grateful for.

Who is special to you?  Why are you happy to know them?  What have you done to express that appreciation?  It's never too late to let them know.

Let's start being kinder to others and ourselves with the Kindness Challenge at: https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10226362752710855&set=gm.413610220786953

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:

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

The Morning Cup of Coffee

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

The Morning Cup of Coffee #475

gouache paint on Bristol paper

2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm) 
202207027

© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.

To purchase for your collection, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/252048870/morning-cup-of-coffee-475-artist-trading

With sunrise at 5:29 AM, how am I expected to get any sleep?  Ugh.  I stammer out of bed to perform my usual morning routine of letting the dog out and all.  My bones ache.  I load up the coffeemaker with grounds and water.  It gurgles and puffs.  A steady stream trickling into the pot.  A mug full of caffeine to keep me awake during the day.

Let's start being kinder to others and ourselves with the Kindness Challenge at: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226353376476455&set=gm.412335717581070

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:

Store: MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

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

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mkraus

Fin-tastic Flipper!

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Fin-tastic Flipper #474

pen and ink on Bristol paper

2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm) 
202207026

© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.

To purchase for your collection, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/235600352/fin-tastic-flipper-474-artist-trading

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.

Let's start being kinder to others and ourselves with the Kindness Challenge at: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226344727380233&set=gm.411041227710519

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:

Store: MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

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

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mkraus

Ultimate Girl's Camping Weekend In New York

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty 

Ultimate Girl's Camping Weekend In New York

acrylic paint on canvas board

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

202207025

© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.

To purchase for your home, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/243369202/ultimate-girls-camping-weekend-in-new

Are you going on an unexpected trip?  Here are some tips for having the ultimate girl's camping weekend in New York state.  Don't forget your tent, sleeping and cooking gear, comfortable clothes for various conditions, and toiletries (including bug spray, chapstick, and sunscreen).  Remember to leave the smartphone at home because you're going off-the-grid and don't want to be tracked.  Don't worry about the consequences of the bull horn prick or snake venom.  We care about your health and you can receive treatment even if you're from out-of-state.  You'll have access to health centers and/or pills.  It's your choice.  All that hiking can be stressful, so be sure to treat yourself to good meals.  Find great recipes that are easy to make or have a local restaurant deliver to your site.  New York welcomes you at: https://www.iloveny.com/places-to-stay/camping

Let's start being kinder to others and ourselves with the Kindness Challenge at: https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10226330581306590&set=gm.408879584593350

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:

Store: MikeKrausArt.etsy.com

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

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

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mkraus

Hello Panda Bear

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Hello Panda Bear #473

pen and ink on Bristol paper

2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm) 
202207024

© copyright Mike Kraus Art Inc.

To purchase for your collection, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/184982750/hello-panda-bear-473-artist-trading

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.

Let's start being kinder to others and ourselves with the Kindness Challenge at: https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10226319999722057&set=gm.407531521394823

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:

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