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Current city: Charlotte, NC

Pronouns: she/her/hers

"Hey! My name is Kadija (Dija) Alligood, born and raised in Rochester, NY currently residing in Charlotte, NC I am the owner, creator, and operator of DijaDoes I am a visual artist who specializes in animated, urban and feminine painting styles.

My biggest inspiration over the years has been my tattoo artist, Ace. Watching his talents expand from tattooing, to airbrushing, to canvas art, motivated me to explore the many creative parts of myself! As a creative who dips and dabbles in many styles, my biggest goal is to have my own physical art space to not only showcase my work, but for other creatives to be able to explore their own talents

Although canvas art is my artistic go to, my talents expand all over! From hair (braids, crochet styles and faux locs) to nail technology and design, custom candles to custom coasters and almost anything in between…DijaDoes it ALL!"