The ArtCube Gallery’s second artist takeover: Dreams in Dimensions by AJ Barbel. Opening night: December 21, 2023 in conjunction with the Downtown Art District’s Third Thursday. On view at Parramore Arts, 814 W. Church Street in Parramore, through the end of January 2024. Best viewed after dark.
Barbel’s Parramore “Theater” reimagines the neighborhood’s historic landmarks through storytelling and mediums including projected video-collages, paintings, audio and 3-D printed sculptures.
AJ Barbel’s Dreams in Dimensions at the ArtCube Gallery at Interstruct on the West Church Corridor; flyer design by Collab Studios
AJ Barbel | Artist Statement
My name is AJ Barbel (AJ DESIGNZ); I’m a painter, and graphic designer. I’ve been an artist pretty much my whole life and look forward to challenging myself by learning and trying new mediums. My murals and canvas pieces are often inspired by elements of culture and history. My intentions have always been to tell stories through symbolism and realism, and other-worldly messages through my art. I’m super excited to dedicate my work to the Parramore community.
My installation is Inspired by Parramore’s rich history, from local pioneers to the historic buildings, such as the Carver Theatre, South Side Casino and Well’s Built Museum & Hotel. I’m always inspired to give back to the community with my art, to show the next generation of youth that they have limitless potential especially when they understand their history and the legacy of where they come from.
Artist AJ Barbel, opening night of Dreams in Dimensions at the ArtCube Gallery. Photography by Tony Ramzy.
I’m always inspired to give back to the community with my art, to show the next generation of youth that they have limitless potential especially when they understand their history and the legacy of where they come from.
– AJ Barbel, artist
ArtCube Opening Night: Third Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023
Barbel’s ArtCube opening night reveal took place street-side at Interstruct, 814 W. Church St. in Parramore. It was an unusually cold night, but heaters, holiday lights and upbeat spirits made for a great vibe. Thanks to all who came out to honor Barbel and be a part of the ArtCube’s evolution as part of Parramore Arts. Thanks to Tony Ramzy for the outstanding event photography.
About the ArtCube Gallery
The ArtCube is a shipping container micro-gallery and is the centerpiece of Parramore Arts, a gallery without walls sponsored by Interstruct Design + Build. The initiative showcases free public art as a 24/7 active use experience on the West Church Corridor and is co-curated by City of Orlando public art coordinator Pat Greene and Collab Studios founders Mariah Román and Lafayette Bradford with Interstruct’s Ryan Young.
Check out the inaugural ArtCube Gallery exhibit, Think Inside the Box, by Dawrby.
