Question 1

What do I do if I need to cancel an appointment?

Accepted Answer

Should you need to cancel or reschedule to a future appointment we ask for a minumum of 48 hours notice. Otherwise, you forfeit your deposit. If you no longer wish to get tattooed your deposit is non-refundable. Designing tattoos is very time consuming and the deposit insures your commitment. Please dont take it personally, time is money.

Question 2

What should I do to prepare for my appointment?

Accepted Answer

Be sure to have a good nights rest plenty of water and a good meal. If you have heard of people passing out, it is never due to the pain but often low blood sugar. Avoid alcohol and coffee. The day if the tattoo appointment arrive on time. However, just like when you go to a doctors office appointments can run over planned time. Because of this - A day off from work, school or commitments is ideal. The extra pressure wont allow for a good quality tattoo because of the rushing to meet a time limit.
 
Bring your ID and cash - a passport, driver license or state ID. The shop is cash only.
 
Bathe: You should show up for your appointment clean and odor-free.

Shave: If you are hairy in the location where you are planning to get tattooed, you can help out by shaving the area in advance.

Clothing: If for example you're getting your legs tattooed, come into the studio in jeans and bring a pair of shorts to change into. Plan on loose fitting clothes to cover the area that will be tattooed. Ladies, if you're getting tattooed on your chest or back, a bikini top under your shirt is easier to work around than a bra. My studio is a private studio, so all sessions ensure privacy.

Eat something: How well you sit for your appointment can depend on many factors – if you are under a lot of stress or fatigue, you may not sit well.  Eating a light meal an hour or more before a session is recommended.

Bring something to entertain and distract yourself:  Many people find that listen to music can enable them to concentrate, distance themselves from the process of tattooing and sit comfortably longer. Others read a book. However, please be aware that texting or playing games can move your body as artist is attempting to deposit permanent lines into your skin.

Question 3

Should I tip?

Accepted Answer

Tipping is a sign of appreciation. If the outcome exceeds your expectations and you are happy with your tattoo, tipping is welcome. The average tipping percentage is 15-20%.

Question 4

How do I care for my new tattoo?

Accepted Answer

Go to Aftercare Instructions

Question 5

How old do I have to be to get a tattoo?

Accepted Answer

In the State of New York you must be 18 years old to get tattooed with proper government/state issued identification.

Question 6

Will the colors in my tattoo fade?

Accepted Answer

The fading can be greatly accelerated by exposure to sunlight. So protect your investment use a good sun-block if you are going to expose your tattoo to the sun.

Question 7

Do you do cosmetic tattooing?

Accepted Answer

I do not. However, I do recommend Bethany Wolosky. She is amazing for cosmetic tattooing. You can contact her at WWW.BETHANYWOLOSKY.COM

Question 8

Is there a shop minumum?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the shop minimum is $125.

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