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Xallitic Tattoos
174 Wyckoff Ave,
Brooklyn, NY
 11237














Guadalupe Andres. Xallitic Tattoos.

Guadalupe Andres aims to represent her identity through her business, art , and the shops ambiance.

“Even though there is representation in like shows and TV, I feel like it's important to see it in like an everyday life.”

The tattoo shop exemplafies the freedom of expresion in the art world. With canvas signed by her,  Mexican figures in the shelves, and the multiple hispanic flags across the walls,  she hopes that her customers feel comftorble and free to get whatever they want.

The neighborhood of Bushwick opened its arms to her when she first arrived to the United States from Mexico.

“Coming at a young age to Bushwick specifically, I didn't feel too much out of space, even though language was always a barrier. I felt like it took me in.”

Guadalupe ‘s  favorite part of working with her dad is the  unique relationship they have.

“I like that we have a very playful relationship, so it feels like I'm always like a little kid” she recalls.

She  enjoys being able to work with her dad giving back to him.

As she  grew older, she realized  how special it is to have a family owned business and  has been grateful for all the support  her clients, friends, and supporters have given them.


Hugo Andres, Xallitic Tattoos.

Bushwick is filled with murals painted by him. 

Paintings like Virgin Mary and the Mexican eagle are all sacred to his identity and part of his art. 

Hugo Andres started sculpturing and drawing in the early stages of his artistic journey.

Now, at a time when cultural expression is both celebrated and challanged,  he makes sure that Xallitic Tattoos is a space where it feels like home.

“When they enter through the door, I want them to feel welcomed and see a piece of home”

Xallitic Tattoos comes from a neighborhood in Veracruz, Mexico and Mayan culture

it means “en el vientre de la arena“  refering to as the sand being alive and having a hidden interior.

When he arrived to the United States, there was not many shops like his. With time and dedication,  he intentionally decorated and painted the mural in his shop to embrace their heritage.

“From the side of culture and traditions, that sometimes are lost, there are not many shops like these. So you can do it too!”

Mr. Andres’ inspiration is his tattooing partner, his daughter.  And he hopes for her to continue persuing art and continue being proud of her culture.



Guadalupe and Hugo Andres for New York Proud where their photo was part of a city collaboation of cultural stories around New York City to celebrate immigrant stories.

These pictures were posted around New York City subway stations.