Monday, December 4, 2017

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

​During the holiday season, more than ever, my thoughts turn gratefully to
those who have made my dream of becoming a professional artist come true.  
It's in this spirit that I say, simply and sincerely,

Thank you and best wishes for the holidays and a happy New Year!

Your friend, 
Michael Kraus

Join me an over a dozen other artists at the
Artist Meet and Greet 
Friday December 8th, 6-9pm
as part of the:
$100 and Under Show
at:
Whitman Works Company
1826 Penfield Rd
Penfield, NY 14526

NOT IN ROCHESTER, NY?  Visit:

PS-
The last day to ship before Hanukkah is December 9th
The last day to ship before Christmas is December 22nd
The last day to ship before Kwanzaa is December 23rd


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:
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Friday, December 1, 2017

Rainbow Trout

Rainbow Trout #253
pen, ink, graphite on bristol paper
2.5 " x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm)
201711122
© copyright Michael Kraus

We are excited about the
$100 and Under Exhibition

 at: 

Whitman Works Company
1826 Penfield Rd, Penfield, NY 14526
It's the perfect place to find unique and handmade
 gifts at affordable prices.   You'll find paintings, prints, sculptures, jewelry, 
and so much more.  For more information,

NOT IN ROCHESTER, NY?
Please visit my shop online at:


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:
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Wednesday, November 29, 2017

Autumn On the Great Lakes

Autumn On the Great Lakes #252
pen, ink, graphite on bristol paper
2.5 " x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm)
201711121
© copyright Michael Kraus

We are excited about the
$100 and Under Exhibition

 at: 

Whitman Works Company
1826 Penfield Rd, Penfield, NY 14526
It's the perfect place to find unique and handmade
 gifts at affordable prices.   You'll find paintings, prints, sculptures, jewelry, 
and so much more.  For more information,

NOT IN ROCHESTER, NY?
Please visit my shop online at:



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:
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Monday, November 27, 2017

Gerstner Apple Farm





Gerstner Apple Farm, 2017
acrylic paint on canvas board
16" x 20" (40.6 cm x 50.8 cm)
201711118
For more information, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/186507940/custom-commission-original-art-by-mike
We are excited about the
$100 and Under Exhibition

 at: 

Whitman Works Company
1826 Penfield Rd, Penfield, NY 14526
It's the perfect place to find unique and handmade
 gifts at affordable prices.   You'll find paintings, prints, sculptures, jewelry, 
and so much more.  For more information,

NOT IN ROCHESTER, NY?
Please visit my shop online at:



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:
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Friday, November 24, 2017

Aurora Borealis Over Lake Michigan

Aurora Borealis Over Lake Michigan, 2017
acrylic paint on canvas board
8" x 10" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm)
201711120
© copyright Michael Kraus
To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/186507940/custom-commission-original-art-by-mike
We are excited about the
$100 and Under Exhibition

 at: 

Whitman Works Company
1826 Penfield Rd, Penfield, NY 14526
It's the perfect place to find unique and handmade
 gifts at affordable prices.   You'll find paintings, prints, sculptures, jewelry, 
and so much more.  For more information,

NOT IN ROCHESTER, NY?
Please visit my shop online at:




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:
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Wednesday, November 22, 2017

Red Rose

Red Rose, 2017
acrylic paint on canvas board
9" x 12" (22.8 cm x 30.5 cm)
201711119
© copyright Michael Kraus
For more information, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/186507940/custom-commission-original-art-by-mike
We are excited about the
$100 and Under Exhibition

 at: 

Whitman Works Company
1826 Penfield Rd, Penfield, NY 14526
It's the perfect place to find unique and handmade
 gifts at affordable prices.   You'll find paintings, prints, sculptures, jewelry, 
and so much more.  For more information,

NOT IN ROCHESTER, NY?
Please visit my shop online at:



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:
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Tuesday, November 21, 2017

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!


HAPPY THANKSGIVING!  I hope you're looking forward to seeing your friends and family over some turkey as much as I am.  And I'm grateful for all the support you've given me.  You have made it possible for me to live my dream as a professional artist.  THANK YOU and have a wonderful holiday season!

Your friend, 

Michael Kraus


See my work at the:
$100 and Under Show

at:

Whitman Works Company
1826 Penfield Rd
Penfield, NY 14526
(585) 747-9999 

It's the perfect place to see unique and handmade gifts at affordable prices. You'll find paintings, prints, sculptures, jewelry, and so much more. For more information, please visit: https://www.whitmanworks.com/exhibits/

Other artists featured include: TeeJay Dill, Stefani Tadio, Maureen Robbins, Heather Behrendt, Emma Jackson, Jennifer Buscemi, Mary Catherman, Renee Mendler, Arlene Sherman, Molly O'Riley, Ya'qub Shabazz & MORE!

NOT IN ROCHESTER, NY?  Visit:



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. 

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