Alejandra Angel

Alejandra Angel is a tattoo artist based in San Salvador, El Salvador, who has witnessed a significant shift in the perception of tattoos in her country. Once a stigma associated with gang allegiance, tattoos are now being embraced as a form of personal expression and art. Following the government's crackdown on gang violence, Angel has seen an increase in clients from various professions, including doctors and lawyers, who seek to adorn their bodies with meaningful designs. She highlights the importance of choice in tattooing, noting that individuals are now free to select their own ink without fear of gang coercion or police suspicion.