Appointment booking timeline:
1. Send booking request
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Read through all info below.
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Booking platform at end will guide you through info I need in order to calculate pricing.
2. See pricing and appointment length
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If necessary I will reach out to clarify any info.
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I will then provide estimate price range and appointment length.
3. Schedule appointment
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Once request is accepted, you will see my calendar to schedule from your end. Last chance to cancel with no fee.
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Once the deposit is received, your appointment will be confirmed!
***READ FIRST, THEN CLICK BUTTON TO SEND BOOKING REQUEST***
Pricing:
The pricing of your tattoo will depend on size, detail, color, and placement. I will provide an estimate for you before you schedule your appointment. I only provide pricing estimates through booking requests (never through DMs).
Currently my rate is $150 an hour tattooing (not counting breaks). Please keep in mind that our shop minimum is $100.
Touch ups on work done by me is always free. If you see that anything is lightened/patchy, whether the tattoo is freshly healed or many years old, please feel free to reach out for a touch up.
Design:
You can see my available flash designs on my instagram page highlights! Please send in a screenshot of the exact one you would like. If the design you want is taken, I may be able to draw a new design that is similar but still unique.
I'm available for custom designs as well! Please be as detailed as you can in your description, or let me know if you'd like to leave anything up to me. If I feel that the requested style will suit another artist better, I will refer you to them instead. Send as many reference/inspo pics as you would like to point me in the right direction.
I will not copy other artists' exact designs— unless you are the artist, or you have written permission (e.g. tattoo ticket from original artist). Some exceptions include popular media/characters or historical references.
I can always take inspiration from the artworks you send, and draw my own version in my style.
I do not send custom designs prior to the appointment day to protect my artwork. If I have any questions about your design, I may send in a few very rough sketches to decide on composition or overall shape together. I understand you may have some anxieties about not seeing the design—I always schedule extra time at the beginning of the appointment to go over the design and make any adjustments in person.
(If the design is not to your liking, we can always reschedule after going over it in person. See "Day of" for more info)
Deposit:
Deposits are $100 per person (plus ~7% service fees). They are non-refundable and $100 goes towards the price of your tattoo. Your appointment will officially be on the schedule only after the full deposit is received.
Multi-session tattoos: the deposit will go towards the last appointment.
Rescheduling/Cancellations:
You can reschedule up to 2 times, up to 48 hours before your appointment. The deposit is non-refundable, but can still be used towards the tattoo if the appointment is rescheduled more than 48 hours in advance. If it is less than 48 hour notice, you reschedule more than twice, or if you cancel the appointment, the deposit will be forfeited and you must make a new deposit to make another appointment.
Some situations will be exempt from this rule (e.g. sickness, emergencies etc) so please contact me as soon as you know you cannot make it at the original time.
Accommodations:
Please feel free to reach out to me if you would like to request any accommodations, or need more information to make sure you are safe and comfortable at your appointment. We can provide any measurements/info of the space to accommodate any mobility aids/other medical devices.
Preparation:
For at least three days leading up to your appointment, please make sure you exfoliate and moisturize the area you want your tattoo! This helps to make sure the tattooing and healing process goes smoothly.
Avoid drinking alcohol for at least 24 hours before your tattoo. Alcohol is a blood thinner and can cause complications with the tattoo process.
I cannot tattoo the area if you are sunburnt or if there is acne/ an active rash of any kind as these both pose a serious infection risk. If you are concerned or unsure about risks with medical conditions you have/medications you are taking with regards to getting a tattoo, please consult with your doctor before booking.
Day of:
Please make sure to eat and drink water before your appointment!! Wear clothing that is comfortable and allows easy access to the tattoo area. Tattoo ink stains clothing permanently- I will try my best to not get it on your clothing, but please don't wear anything valuable to you just in case.
Please come sober and well rested. Bring water, snacks, and earbuds or a book/something to do if you'd like.
One guest is allowed to sit by us during the tattoo. If there are any more guests, they can wait at the front waiting area. We have lots of games and movies up front.
Some changes to the design can be made. But if changes requested day of are significant, a $50 drawing fee may be added. If changes are too complex, the appointment may need to be rescheduled due to lack of time.
Please message me as soon as you know you may be late. Being more than 15 minutes late may result in a $50 late fee. Every 15 minutes past that will add another $25+possible rescheduling/cancellation.
Payment:
We accept Zelle, cash, or card. There is a 3.5% processing fee for card transactions.
As soon as we begin tattooing, you are agreeing to pay the remaining balance for the session IN FULL before you leave.
Tips are greatly appreciated!
Healing:
The healing process will vary depending on how we bandage your tattoo. I will go over the required steps for your bandage type to ensure proper healing, and will provide you with a written healing info card to take home. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me!
It can take around 2-3 weeks for a tattoo to fully heal. During this time, it is important to know what activities to avoid to ensure the tattoo heals nicely and to avoid getting an infection. Things to avoid include: strenuous exercise, being submerged in water (showers ok), sun exposure, scented soaps and moisturizers, medicated ointments, tight clothing on tattoo area, scratching/picking scabs.
Sometimes tattoos can heal lighter or patchier than planned. If this happens, you can book a free touch up appointment by contacting me! Touch ups are always free on my own work.
If you get colors in your tattoo: colored tattoos can show up differently for everyone. Certain colors may not show up well depending on skin tone. For darker skin tones, I will discuss best options for color with you before confirming booking.
I always appreciate healed photos! I may be reaching out in the future for photos for my portfolio as well. (: