BOLTE, Mari . Oil Paints . illus. by Pamela Becker. ISBN 978-1-4765-3110-6 ; ISBN 978-14765-3572-2 . LC 2013005394. BOLTE, Mari . Pastels . illus. by Pamela Becker. ISBN 978-1-4765-3111-3 ; ISBN 978-1-4765-3573-9 . LC 2013005396. BOLTE, Mari . Watercolors . illus. by D. C. Ice. ISBN 978-1-4765-3108-3 ; ISBN 978-14765-3570-8 . LC 2013001321. ea vol: 32p. (Snap Books: Paint It Series). further reading. photos. reprods. websites. Capstone . 2013. lib. ed. $27.32; pap. $7.95. Gr 4-9 In each volume, the characteristics and composition of the featured medium are described as are the kinds of papers that are most conducive to successful projects. Information also covers required tools, definitions of terms, and safety tips. Ten projects that require different techniques are then presented, each one slightly more difficult than the one before. While very specific and possibly expensive equipment is needed, the author does suggest purchasing supplies in increments until readers are sure that they will have genuine need for them. The layout is user-friendly, with the steps in logical order. These titles will work well for students with a strong artistic bent and as reference materials. Comprehensive introductions to creating artwork.