Tattoo Etiquette & FaQ
First Steps
On the day of your appointment you must be at least 18 years of age with proper government identification. ***NO EXCEPTIONS****
Once you have decided on what you would like to get tattooed, you’ll need to select the artist you’d like to work with. While we may be able to point you in the right direction, the decision should ultimately be yours. To help you decide, you can browse our artists page to select the best fit for you.
Now that you’ve chosen your artist, you’re ready to schedule a consultation. You can do this by calling, emailing, or dropping by the shop. The consultation is a scheduled time for you to come in and talk to the artist about the details of your tattoo. Make sure to bring any references you might have with you!
After the consultation, you’ll need to make a non-refundable cash deposit in order to book your appointment. Deposit amounts vary by artist, so make sure to discuss the amount during your consultation.
NOTE: A 24 hour notice is required for rescheduling an appointment.
We cannot give price estimates over the phone, email, or DM. There are many different factors that go into pricing a tattoo. For example: size, details, placement on the body, color or black and grey, etc. Other factors include how much drawing and research will need to be done for the tattoo. During your consultation your artist can give you a price range after going over your concept.
Note: Small and one-sitting tattoos are quoted by the piece; larger tattoos are by the hour. Hourly rate varies by artist.
Minimum Costs: $80 for arms, legs, chest, and back; $100 for hands, ribs, feet, and neck.
Before Your Appointment
This is probably the most important preparation you can do. Eating helps you relax and get comfortable for the tattoo. If you are sitting for a longer appointment, you may want to bring a small snack with you. Eating also helps to keep your blood sugar normal. Low blood pressure can contribute to a risk of passing out, so eat up! Just don’t drink up. You may think that getting drunk will give you “liquid courage” to get tattooed, but we cannot legally tattoo you if you are under the influence. Permanent choices are better made when sober.
Being well rested will help keep you comfortable for your tattoo. You may be more irritable or find it harder to sit still if you are tired. Plan ahead so you are rested (and on time) for your appointment!
Wear clothing that allows easy access to the part of the body you’re going to get tattooed.
You will want to stay out of the sun before and after you get tattooed. Tattooing over a sunburn may not heal well because your skin is irritated to begin with. Try to stay out of the sun and it will help the outcome of your tattoo.
In the Shop
We have to prioritize our shop’s space for our artists and their clients, so there is not always enough room to accommodate additional guests. If you bring a friend please understand that they might have to wait in our lobby or explore the neighborhood while you get tattooed.
We kindly ask that you leave your little ones at home.
If this is your first tattoo, your tattooer will most likely do a small zap first so you can assess how the tattoo will feel. They will probably check in with you during the entire process to see how you are feeling. Be honest, and let them know if you need a break. It is also very important that you sit still, speaking with your mouth and not your entire body. Just relax and let the tattoo happen. If you fight what is happening, or hold your breath, you will only make the pain worse. Relax and breathe, and you will help your tattoo be the best it can be!
Payment and Aftercare
We accept CASH ONLY. An ATM is available in our lobby for your convenience.
Your artist will provide you with all the information you will need to take proper care of your new tattoo. The most important thing to remember is to keep your tattoo clean and don’t pick at it. Your new tattoo will inevitably be itchy, but resist the urge to scratch it.
Pulling off the skin prematurely could cause the ink to fall out of your tattoo or may even cause scarring. No swimming or soaking your tattoo until it is fully healed. Healing time is different for everyone but it usually takes approximately 2-3 weeks to heal completely.
If you have any questions during the healing process, please feel free to contact us.