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GUIDE art At a holiday reception at Iris Gallery, works by Lisa Cueman (HORSES, LEFT), Nick Brandt (BACK WALL, LEFT) and Pete McBride (BACK WALL, RIGHT) were on display. artful aspirations TAKE A TOUR OF THESE DOWNTOWN GALLERIES, ALL WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF ONE ANOTHER. BY CHELSEA SMITH Exhibiting a number of renowned international artists, the Baldwin Gallery is rich in contemporary work, with an emphasis on American art. A show featuring artwork by Stephen Dean and Sarah Charlesworth and abstracts by Stephen Dean opens on June 21. 209 S. Galena St., 970-920-9797; baldwingallery.com Casterline Goodman Gallery As the go-to place for collectors of postwar contemporary art, Casterline Goodman offers original paintings from acclaimed artists such as Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, and Ed Ruscha. Don't miss out on the June shipment of all-new inventory. 611 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-1339; casterlinegoodman.com B. Casillas Gallery Christopher Martin Gallery This fine-art gallery is known for its eloquent collection of Aspeninspired abstract landscape photographs. Visitors and locals alike will yearn for unique pieces that celebrate the breathtaking scenery of our city. 221 S. Mill St., 970-429-4601; brookecasillas.com Inspired by the stunning natural patterns woven throughout the Aspen landscape, Christopher Martin creates large-scale acrylic-on-acrylic works. Attend one of the many wine-tasting events at the gallery, such as the weekend of the Food & Wine Classic on June 15, to view his organic expressionism. 525 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-7649; christopherhmartin.com Iris Gallery With more than 40 domestic and international photographers selected to create a single cohesive aesthetic, this gallery is exploding with notable work exploring the various facets of photography. 520 E. Hyman Ave., 970-429-1010; irisgallery.net Quintenz Gallery Highlighting both emerging and well-known local artists, this gallery features vintage photography and top contemporary art. These high-quality pieces will appeal to the sophisticated art enthusiast. 501 E. Dean St., 970-429-8666; quintenzgallery.com RavenHeart Gallery Rather than merely featuring traditional forms of art, RavenHeart Gallery specializes in wearable, functional, and extremely unusual mediums, including furniture, jewelry, paper sculpture, wood burning, and more. 430 E. Cooper Ave., 970-429-4297; ravenheartgallery.com Vickers Collection Not your run-of-the-mill art gallery, the Vickers Collection highlights eclectic contemporary fine art, as well as artists with a whimsical flair and unique point of view. Standout pieces at this gallery include a full-size bronze sculpture by Jim Budish and an eye-catching mixed-media collage by artist Denise Duong. 525 East Cooper Ave., 970-925-9484; vickerscollection.com AP ASPEN INSPIRED A local photographer and gallery owner discusses how her environs influence her work. The interior of B. Casillas Gallery, showing work by the gallerist, Brooke Casillas. 174 Brooke Casillas loves to photograph everything: from landscapes, still lifes, and portraits to homes, advertising, and more. "What inspires me is my surroundings— Aspen, the landscape, everyday life here, really," says this busy, multifaceted artist. "I like clean, simple images and capturing the beauty as you see it." Whether tourist or local, buyers of her fine-art photography appreciate the integrity and honesty with which Casillas captures the remarkable local landscape. Her great love of both the photographic process and Aspen come through in her images and is the key to her success. Brooke Casillas PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF IRIS GALLERY (RECEPTION); COURTESY OF BROOKE CASILLAS (CASILLAS) Baldwin Gallery ASPENPEAK-MAGAZINE.COM 174_AP_Guide_Art_SUM_Fall_13.indd 174 5/6/13 10:24 AM