Monday, January 30, 2017

First Sunday Art Gallery Opening


Come "tailgate" with me at  540WMain​.  We'll look at my art and have some refreshments before the Super Bowl kickoff.

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Friday, January 27, 2017

Oh, Polar Bear

Oh, Polar Bear #211
gouache and ink on bristol paper
NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION
2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm) 
© copyright Mike Kraus 

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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.

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Wednesday, January 25, 2017

Taco 'Bout Awesome

Taco 'Bout Awesome #210
Gouache on Bristol Paper
NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION
2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm)
© copyright Mike Kraus

10% OFF with coupon code JOINTHEFUN

These artist trading cards or ACEO (Art Card Editions and Originals) are frameable, collectible, enjoyable and can be given as a special gift for a birthday, wedding, new baby, anniversary, thank you or other occasion.  They are one-of-a-kind original works of art, NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION. It is signed on the back and lends itself to framing in a standard trading card frame.

For more information or custom order, please visit:

Monday, January 23, 2017

Gone Fishin'

Gone Fishin', 2017
acrylic paint on canvas board
8" x 10" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm)
© copyright Mike Kraus

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The light splash of water was the only sound breaking the silence as we loaded our gear before sunrise at the dock.  The boat sputtering toward the channel as we made our way to the big lake.  As we set up our equipment, the sun was a glowing orange as began to appear.  I ate my doughnut watching it rise and waiting to snag a rainbow trout.  The boat rocking in the gentle breeze.

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

For more information or custom order, please visit:

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First Sunday Art Gallery Opening
540WMain
540 West Main Street
Rochester, NY 14618
Sunday, February 5, 2017
3-5PM

The event is FREE and open to all

Light refreshments will be served

To RSVP or learn more email 




Saturday, January 21, 2017

Rue St. Paul Montréal

Rue St. Paul Montréal #209
Gouache and ink on Bristol Paper
NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION
2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm) 
© copyright Mike Kraus

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 

SEE MY WORK AT:

First Sunday Art Gallery Opening
540WMain
540 West Main Street
Rochester, NY 14618
Sunday, February 5, 2017
3-5PM

The event is FREE and open to all

Light refreshments will be served

To RSVP or learn more email 

Thursday, January 19, 2017

Twilight Woods


Twilight Woods, 2017
Acrylic on canvas 
36" x 48" (91.4 cm x 121.9 cm) 
© copyright Mike Kraus

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I follow the winding path not knowing where I'll end up.  The trees rustle in the breeze stirring up the aromas of the forest.  A freshness one always has to remind themselves of in civilization.  The light refracts in strange ways at this time.  It's when the surreal becomes the real.  

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

For more information or custom order, please visit:

SEE MY WORK AT:

First Sunday Art Gallery Opening
540WMain
540 West Main Street
Rochester, NY 14618
Sunday, February 5, 2017
3-5PM

The event is FREE and open to all

Light refreshments will be served

To RSVP or learn more email 



Monday, January 16, 2017

540WMain Art Gallery Opening


Please join me at the 
First Sunday Art Gallery Opening
at

540WMain
540 West Main Street
Rochester, NY 14608
on
Sunday, February 5th
from 3-5pm

This event is free and open to all

Light refreshments will be served

To RSVP or learn more email
or visit

That's a Piece of Cake

That's a Piece of Cake #208
Gouache on Bristol Paper
NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION
2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm)
© copyright Mike Kraus

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:

Taco 'Bout Awesome

 Taco 'Bout Awesome #207
Gouache on Watercolor Paper
NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION
2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm) 
© copyright Mike Kraus

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:

Saturday, January 14, 2017

Find Your Perfect Dog Breed

If you're like me, you love your dog.  And having a furry companion improves your life in so many ways.  And the best way to have a great relationship with your dog is to start by choosing the right breed.  Here's a helpful chart I've found by PuppySpot.  They make fetching your new best friend a simple and enjoyable experience.  They have zero tolerance for puppy mills or substandard breeding practices of any kind.
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Friday, January 13, 2017

The Morning Cup of Coffee

 The Morning Cup of Coffee #206
Gouache on Bristol Paper
NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION
2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm) 
© copyright Mike Kraus 

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:

Wednesday, January 11, 2017

Chicago Alley

 Chicago Alley #205
gouache and ink on bristol paper
NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION
2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm) 
© copyright Mike Kraus

10% OFF with coupon code JOINTHEFUN

These artist trading cards or ACEO (Art Card Editions & Originals) are frameable, collectible, enjoyable and can be given as a special gift for a birthday, wedding, new baby, anniversary, thank you or other occasion.  They are one-of-a-kind original works of art, NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION. It is signed on the back and lends itself to framing in a standard trading card frame.

FREE SHIPPING IN THE UNITED STATES

For more information or custom order, please visit:

The Daily Grind

 The Daily Grind #204
Gouache and Ink on Bristol Paper
NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION
2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm) 
© copyright Mike Kraus

10% OFF with coupon code JOINTHEFUN

This artist trading card or ACEO (Art Card Editions & 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:

Monday, January 9, 2017

Blue and Pink Diamond Owl

Blue and Pink Diamond Owl, 2017
Acrylic on canvas board
8" x 10" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm)
© copyright Mike Kraus

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The clouds hide the setting sun, diffusing the light on the fresh snow on the ground.  On a branch of the old, leafless maple tree sits an owl.  Watching and waiting.  Listening to every sounds.  Hoping to see an unaware squirrel or rabbit scamper by.  

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

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Friday, January 6, 2017

Deeper Experience in Retrospect

 Deeper Experience in Retrospect, 2017
acrylic paint on canvas panel
8" x 10" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm) 
© copyright Mike Kraus

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The crucible has been lit.  It can withstand the intense heat.  But, how will the contents inside change?  Choices have consequences.  What will be the result of this experimental decision?

This drawing would great in a space that is dark red, orange, yellow, dark green, blue, purple, black, white, beige, or wood. 

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Thursday, January 5, 2017

Bags and Cards and Prints! Oh My!


Now offering prints, cards, pillows, blankets, bags, shirts, phone cases and more at:

http://fineartamerica.com/profiles/mike-kraus.html

Wednesday, January 4, 2017

Chicago Alley

 Chicago Alley, 2017
acrylic paint and ink on canvas board
8" x 10" (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm)
© copyright Mike Kraus
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After a long day of work in the Loop, I take the "L" train home.  It's so much better reading a book on public transit than fighting road rage in a traffic jam.  And today I'm just watching all the buildings pass by.  The brown line runs at street level in the alleys after the Western stop.  The alleys are somehow beautifully utilitarian.  

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

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Monday, January 2, 2017

Rows of Lavender In Provence

Rows of Lavender In Provence, 2017
acrylic paint on canvas board
8" x 10" in a vintage frame (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm in a vintage frame) 
© copyright Mike Kraus

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Our bikes race up and down the gentle hills of Provence.  Everything has a distinct texture, the colors are vibrant, and the perfume in the air is intoxicating.  And every twisting road we turn down has countless rows of purple and blue lavender.  The heat of the Mediterranean sun presses against our backs as we pedal back to the village of Sault.  I'll never forget the fields of France.

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

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