So Lazo

So is an illustrator and tattoo artist from tiny, tropical El Salvador. The youngest child of three, and raised by two doctors, they had a fascination for the obscure ever since they were little - mixing this with personal interests and emotions, their work is a combination of magic, vibrant colors, emotions, gender identity, and cuteness.

So officially graduated from Graphic Design in San Salvador, and also did a couple of years of Artisanal Product Design. Fashion and gender expression have always been important to So, which is why they also have their own brand where they make clothes and different types of products with their illustrations. Their main goal is connecting with others through their work, and assuring them that the exploration of gender, sexuality, and personal expression is completely valid and should be respected by others.

 

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A conversation with Salvadoran illustrator So Lazo. She talks about her inspiration, goals, and tattoo art. Filmed in 2018.