Theodora Philcox has created a very helpful book on the still life. There is a wide range of styles and several very fine artists. Philcox takes the artists' own explanations of their techniques and adds some of her own helpful comments and observations. Styles of art are juxtaposed giving the reader a good view of different approaches to their art. Of special interest is the work of artist Timothy C. Tyler whose realistic and brushy artwork steals the show.