HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR TATTOO
Remove bandage after 2 hours. (Do not re-bandage the tattoo).
With clean hands, wash gently with mild, non scented soap (ie., Dial, Dr. Bronner’s) and warm water. Pat your tattoo dry with a paper towel or let it air dry. (DO NOT SCRUB).
Apply a VERY THIN coat of Aquaphor 2x daily for the first 2 days.
On day 3, switch to a fragrance-free body lotion (ie., Aveeno, Lubriderm, Eucerin, or Cetaphil) for 2 weeks. When it feels dry and/or itchy, apply lotion.
Do not let the tattoo dry out.*
Do not expose the tattoo to sunlight, dirt, sweat, swimming pools, hot tubs, tanning beds, or submerge it in water (showers are fine).
Do not pick or scratch your healing tattoo (scabbing is a normal part of the healing process).
Basic healing takes about 2-6 weeks.
SETTING UP AN APPOINTMENT
1.Set up a consultation .
Fill out a consultation form.
Have references/ideas ready when you come in for your consultation, and we can create a custom design that suits you. Large scale tattoos will take multiple sessions, so plan knowing that tattoos take perseverance and patience. Palm sized tattoos(Flash,Rosie designs, Etc.) will be priced at a flat rate.
*A non-refundable deposit will be required and will go towards your tattoo appointment. Appointments are not confirmed until a deposit has been received.
*I enforce a strict 48 hour cancellation policy. If you do not rescheduled prior to 48 hours, your deposit will be forfeited. If you reschedule 24 hours before your appointment there is a $100 dollar rescheduling fee.
2. Setting up an appointment for your tattoo.
When you come in for your consultation, we will set your tattoo appointment date. I do not send photos of sketches of your design through Instagram, text, or email. If you want to see a sketch of your design, schedule with me a few days before your tattoo appointment and you can review the sketch at the studio.
3. Getting tattooed.
Make sure you have a valid ID and are over the age of 18. Get plenty of rest the night before your session and make sure to eat something before your appointment. Do not come in drunk, hungover, or sick. We will need to reschedule if this is the case. Please come alone to your appointment.
*My process during our tattoo session includes drawing onto the skin, prior to the start of the tattoo. If you’re getting a large scale tattoo, you will need multiple sessions and must allow at least 2 weeks in between each session for the tattoo to heal.
What is your minimum? 200
What is your hourly rate?
Hourly rate is $250/hr
(2hr minimum for large scale projects).
Sleeves, backpieces etc. are done over multiple sessions.
How much is the deposit?
$100. For one shot sized tattoos
$200. Sleeves, back, chest, etc.
Should I tip my artist?
Tipping is a common accepted practice to show appreciation for a job well done. The normal range is 10-20%, although I appreciate whatever you may feel is appropriate.
*If you can’t afford to tip, leaving a Review on the shops Yelp, Google, etc. is another way to show your appreciation.
*Sharing your tattoo/tattooers work on your social media account and tagging your artist also helps. These small steps help artists with their small businesses and is greatly appreciated.