Booking and Tattoo Policy
Client Design Questionnaire and Consultation Booking:
Before we get started, I need to know if your vision aligns with what I do. Anyone can fill out my Client Design Questionnaire form to see if we’re a fit. This is where you’ll tell me what you’re looking for in a project and how much creative freedom you’re willing to give. You’ll receive an email confirmation or a decline letter once I’ve reviewed your questionnaire. If we’re a match, we’ll schedule a private consultation. I require a $50 non-refundable consultation fee to ensure I can set aside uninterrupted time to confirm that I’ve understood your vision and give us an opportunity to collaborate together. Consultation appointments will last approximately 30 minutes. If you decide to move forward with the tattoo process, we’ll book your first session. This is where an appointment deposit comes into play.
Deposits: Your Commitment in Ink
To secure your tattoo appointment, a $100 non-refundable deposit is required. This amount will be deducted from the final cost of your masterpiece during the last session.
Here’s the Deal:
- Change Your Mind? If you decide not to proceed at this point in our journey, or if you miss your appointment without giving me a 24-hour heads-up, your deposit will part ways with you.
- Rescheduling Rules: Life happens! If you need to reschedule, just let me know 24 hours in advance. Your deposit will happily jump to your next appointment, though it does have a shelf life—it expires 6 months from the original appointment date.
Hourly Rate & Design Preparation
My rate is $150 per hour. This reflects not only the time spent inking but also the many hours devoted to designing and creating your tattoo before you even sit in the chair. Each design is meticulously crafted to meet your vision, ensuring that every detail is perfect when you arrive for your appointment.
Session Timing: Ink Time Well Spent
All great art takes time, so even the smallest tattoos require a minimum of one hour. I typically work in 2-4 hour blocks, but if you’re in for a marathon, you can book full-day sessions lasting 6-8 hours. Just a heads up—if you need to cut a full day down to a shorter session, I need a 24-hour notice to free up the calendar for other art enthusiasts.
Designs: Anticipation Makes the Heart Grow Fonder
To keep my sanity and your excitement high, I’ll unveil your design on the day of your appointment. While I love enthusiasm, showing preliminary designs tends to turn into a never-ending game of “What if?” I aim to avoid the design-by-committee scenario to ensure what goes on your skin is what you truly want, not what Aunt Sally suggests. This is why we have our initial consultation.
What Happens in the Chair, Stays in the Chair
If we need to tweak the design and it takes over an hour, that’s cool—we’ll use that time wisely. However, if we end up not inking and just planning, the deposit will cover the lost tattoo time, and any extra design time beyond one hour will be billed at my hourly rate of $150.
Permanent Artwork Disclaimer
Remember, tattoos are forever! My goal is to ensure you absolutely love your artwork. To that end, I offer one complimentary touch-up session within a year of your tattoo appointment, at no extra cost, should it be needed. By signing this agreement, you acknowledge that any dissatisfaction with the final result is your responsibility, as decisions and approvals of the design are made by you throughout the process.
Payments:
The Final Touch
All payments are due at the end of each session. I accept cash, Zelle, or Venmo at this time—choose your weapon! Full payments upfront aren’t my jam as I charge by the hour, and refunds just aren’t part of the deal.
Group Inks:
Coming in as a squad?
You’re welcome to come with friends, however, my private studio is quite small, so I can only accommodate groups of three people max at any time. (If you have more in your group- that’s awesome! but you will have to come in shifts). Each person needs to lay down their own deposit. And remember, your deposit is yours alone—it can’t be passed to friends or transferred between clients. If you are a group, only one consultation fee will be required (if the design is the same for everyone). All parties are welcome to attend the consultation, but it’s not absolutely necessary. If the designs are different, then those individuals will be required to book a separate consultation appointment and pay the consultation fee.
Last-Minute Changes?
I get it, inspiration strikes at the weirdest times. But swapping your design last-minute to something completely different isn’t on the table unless we both agree.
Let's Create Magic Together!
Ready to take the leap? Let’s turn your vision into a piece you’ll adore forever. The first step is to fill out the Client Design Questionnaire. Once reviewed and accepted, we will book your spot and start this beautiful journey together!
