Mike Kraus

https://www.whitmanworks.com/art-products/seneca-lake2

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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/

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

Tuesday, August 8, 2017

Keep It Simple. These Pieces Make It Easy.

Do you have a space at your home or office that just isn't right? Simply

add a touch of luxe interior design with original artwork. The Lavender

Farm is a highly coveted piece that is endlessly versatile - perfect for a

large space or above a fireplace, compliments a wide range of colors, and

provides bold colors while still being calming.

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https://www.etsy.com/listing/220906669/lavender-farm-original-acrylic-painting

Remember traveling through the Finger Lakes region in upstate New

York? Stopping by the winery on the gentle slope of Seneca Lake. A

memory that works in just about any space with it's medium size and

neutral colors.

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Whitman Works Co.

1826 Penfield Rd, Penfield, NY 14526

(585) 747-9999

Attitude and refinement - this piece will add "pop" to any space that

needs it. You can turn a drab wall into something inspiring. It's just that

simple.

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Art Cats Gallery

1845 Lakeshore Dr. Muskegon, Michigan

(231) 755-7606

http://artcatsgallery.com

About Michael Kraus

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 Michael

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.

Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MikeKrausArt

Blog: www.MikeKraus.blogspot.com

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Monday, August 7, 2017

Juliana and Kait's Wedding

Juliana and Kait's Wedding, 2017

acrylic on canvas

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

201708080

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

Juliana and Kait, congratulations on your big day. We're so excited for you and wish you the best. Megan and I were honored to be at your ceremony and had a great time.

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Thursday, August 3, 2017

Bluff Point at Keuka Lake

Bluff Point at Keuka Lake, 2017

acrylic paint on canvas board

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

201708079

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/226785876/bluff-point-at-keuka-lake-original

What if I don't know anything about art? I can help you? An interior design professional can guide you. And, with the internet, books, and magazines, you can help yourself. Art is all about training your eye how to see. Lots of people look at things, but many can't "see" them. What is the difference in style, texture, colors? Is this piece original or a reproduction? Feel free to ask questions if there's something you don't know or understand. I've had questions about an artist's piece and have been given amazing demonstrations about their technique. (more at: http://mikekraus.blogspot.com/p/how-to-use-original-artwork-in-your.html)

This painting would look best in an average size space. It would work best with the colors red, yellow, orange, dark blue, green, purple, black, white, grey, beige, or wood

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Wednesday, August 2, 2017

Three Boats In the Harbor

Three Boats In the Harbor, about 1990s

oil painting on canvas

8" x 10" in a white frame (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm in a white frame)

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/243811153/three-boats-in-the-harbor-original-oil

Where Can I Find Art? A good place to start is online. Especially if you're not sure what you're looking for. Randomly visit pages on Etsy.com, SaatchiArt.com, Sothebys.com, and even Craigslist.com to see what artists are making. You may not find what you are looking for, but you may discover the styles and subjects you want. And that's a great step forward.

Social media can be a wonderful tool for finding and purchasing artwork too. If you find an artist you like, you should follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, LinkedIn, or any other places you have in common. Many artists will share their latest pieces, upcoming shows, or give insights into their work.

While New York City, Paris, and London are famous for their galleries, many towns have galleries of their own with a range of local and international artists. Art festivals and craft fairs are popular annual events that can sometimes travel around the country. Many artists have studios that are open to the public. Shows, events, and studios are great places to visit when you're on vacation too.

It's also important just to keep your eyes open when going around town. Does the cafe where you get your coffee in the morning have pieces for sale on the walls? What are those paintings in the garage sale or thrift store? Does the pieces in your favorite restaurant have price tags on them? Interesting artwork can show up in unique places. And the more unique, the better the story usually is. (more at: http://mikekraus.blogspot.com/p/how-to-use-original-artwork-in-your.html)

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

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Monday, July 31, 2017

Rows of Lavender In Provence

Rows of Lavender In Provence, 2017

acrylic paint on canvas board

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

201707078

To purchase, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/213095501/rows-of-lavender-in-provence-original

What about my style? Do you like clean lines and a modern look? Something messy, abstracted, and bold might add interest into your home. Are you more traditional and love Victorian design? Perhaps a gallery wall of paintings with unique frames would look great. If you choose a bright, bold piece, other items in the space should be minimal. If your space is already very busy, a simple piece may make the best statement. And feel free to mix family heirlooms with contemporary pieces. Maybe put a thrift store painting in a modern frame. Use depth, texture, trends, traditions, complimentary, and contrasting items to create visual interest... (more at: http://mikekraus.blogspot.com/p/how-to-use-original-artwork-in-your.html)

This painting would look best in an average sized space. The suggested wall colors are dark red, orange, light yellow, green, blue, black, white, gray, beige, or wood.

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Friday, July 28, 2017

Adirondack Sunset

Adirondack Sunset, 2017

acrylic paint on canvas

18" x 24 (45.7 cm x 61.0 cm)

201707077

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

Some places are just magical. And she considers herself very fortunate to have lived in such a place. On the shores of a lake in the Adirondacks. At night, they'd place their lawn chairs under the tree and make s'mores. The sun would set as boats aimlessly float and children laugh in the water. Mothers and daughters. Generations of memories

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