Maine Sail, published by Down East Books in the spring of 2004, is an artist's journal of a cruise along midcoast Maine. The book takes the reader on an unhurried passage from Thomaston, Maine to Campobello Island - just over the Canadian border, returning by a different island route. All text is taken from Margaret's journals, accompanied by several color watercolor illustrations of Maine island and coastal views. Maine Sail, a 128-page hardcover book, is now available for $26 plus 4.25 shipping and handling through Margaret McCrea (207) 354-2314 (or email). It is also available at Art of the Sea and Down East Books at 800-685-7962, online at www.downeastbooks.com
A limited edition of 100 copies with a numbered remarque on the title page is available directly from the artist by telephone, mail or email at cruzinart@gmail.com This limited edition is offered for $75 per copy plus $4.25 shipping and insurance.
2004 - Cruising World Magazine, Hands on Sailor Section, Cruzinart 101, an article on painting, journal-keeping and cruising.
2003 - Artist's Sketchbook Magazine, Wet in Wet, a painting while traveling how-to.
2000 - Illustrations for Newport Tall Ships Passport for Kids and Teacher's Guide
1999 - Cover Art for WIMCO Bermuda Vacation Brochure
1998 - Gallery of Marine Art, Rockport Publishers Edited by marine artist, Jerry McClish, the book highlights works of artists who paint the sea. Selected for inclusion was Lost in Dreams, a watercolor by the artist inspired by a visit to the Cape Verde Islands in the Atlantic.
1998 - American Artist Magazine, Fakes and Forgeries Exhibition, Spring Bull Studio, Newport, RI. Hopper's Nighthawks was the inspiration for Margaret's Morninghawks. Substituted for a Greenwich diner was Handy's Lunch, a popular eatery in Newport, RI. Fishermen in foul weather gear take their place at the counter, replacing Hopper's men in fedoras.
