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styles I DO: surrealism, fine line, illustrative realism, abstract, geometric, biomechanic.
I do black & grey styles only. I love this timeless look and that is what I do for now. I will add occasional color pops upon request.
I do not do lettering.
I do not do other artists work without their explicit consent, you must obtain this before booking.
I do my best work when creative freedom is given. I do want to align with your vision and make sure we are representing what you want to in the design, and I do not mind compromising to make sure you are happy with the design. However, if I feel micromanaged in my art during the process, or you keep changing your mind, I will return your deposit and ask that you find another artist more in line with your project. I don't think this is a bad thing, there is always an artist that will perfectly align with a canvas's vision and I want everyone to get that.
Consultations are required for all scar & tattoo coverups / reworks.
If you tan a lot, naturally or artificially, I recommend you find another tattoo artist. The sun is essentially a giant laser, and will remove pigment from the skin, especially finer details.. Considering a bolder tattoo might be a better option for you. I try and create tattoos that accentuate the wearer, not be the focus of them.
Please make sure you have seen my ART @mysteryliasarts. I do not copy other tattoos, everything will be made with love for you and only you. Please respect my personal artistic process. Understand some tattooers aren't even creating original designs, this is nothing against them, I tattoo and create the design.
If you have budget constraints (within reason) you need to be very clear about this from the beginning and might want to consider saving more for this permanent body decoration. Should you try and haggle my price down, or feign confusion at the end of many hours of my hard work, including the time you didn't see me planning, designing, and drawing, I will not take you as a client again.
Please limit 1 person if you have a friend sit in with your tattoo, this helps me focus.
Tattoo designs are not shown in advance except in rare occasions for travelers on larger pieces. I draw all the time for people the day of the appointment due to changes and new intuitive feelings, and if you have familiarized yourself with my work to commit it to your skin you will know roughly what you're getting in to, and I look forward to creating magic with you. 🙏🏼