#Repost @sharecharlotte (in celebration of my brother) ・・・ “An avid lover and ‘liver’ of art and creative expression, I pride myself in providing platforms and opportunities for a diverse audience of creatives — serving as their ‘yes,’ and, oftentimes, becoming their ‘big break’ into the cultural scene that Charlotte offers. I do it because it’s needed. I do it because Charlotte has a tremendous pool of talented individuals who need an outlet and I do it, most importantly, because my brother, Dion Galloway, did it for me. Most comfortable behind the scenes, Dion is often seen and not heard, but provided a loud and resounding ‘yes’ to me, several years before. An unsung hero, at a time when I needed art the most, he allowed me to dive into it, wholeheartedly — without suffocating parameters and critiques — and, as a result, Dupp & Swat was created. Essentially, he said, ‘Yes, Davita, go and create. Go and figure this ‘art thing’ out. Go and experience. Go, learn and don’t worry, I’ll be right here to accompany you on the journey.’ He probably doesn’t know it, but that day he changed the trajectory of my life — saving it, actually. So as a way to pay homage and honor him for allowing me to do what I love, it gives me a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment to be able to provide the same opportunities for those who, like me, can’t live without creating. It feels great to be in the business of saying, ‘Yes’!” Davita Galloway #WhoWeKnow #DoGoodCLT (at dupp&swat)
