Tattoo submission form

TATTOO SUBMISSION FORM

Hello and thank you for your interest in booking a tattoo appointment with me. This form is created to help me expedite the inquiry/consultation/booking process. Please do not fill out the form on someone’s behalf unless they are unable to do it themselves. You must be at least 18 years of age to schedule an appointment (or be 18 by the time the appointment is scheduled).

*Filling out a form does not guarantee an appointment*

I will reply via email if I am interested in your submission! Click the FAQ if you have any questions!

By submitting this form you agree to all of the terms stated in the FAQ section. Please review them before sending.

Books are closed until 1/11/25

Will be booking March-April

You are welcome to submit your ideas, but please expect a response after the date listed above

Please note that I have limited availability, so selecting multiple preferred days or mentioning your schedule in the "additional notes" section at the bottom of this form is helpful in finding an appointment for us.

+++ make sure that tattoosbydekay@gmail.com is in your safe email list! You will receive emails as a part of the booking and reminder process.+++

Preferred name *

First NameLast Name

Pronouns

Email*

Please double check spelling. Would not want to miss out on your idea!

Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.

You are 18 years of age or older*

YesNot yet, but I plan to book the appointment after I turn 18

Are you local to the Dayton, Ohio? (This question is asked in case of last minute availability or for rescheduling; proximity to Dayton is not necessary for an appointment.)

Yes, i’m in the Dayton area. (less than a hour drive)No. But I can drive to Dayton, I live in the Cincy/Columbus area. (approx hour drive)No. I will have to drive to Dayton within 2-3 hours.No, I will have to drive more than 3 hours to Dayton.No, I will be flying to Dayton.

Is this your first tattoo?*

YesNo

Do you have any health concerns/allergies/medical conditions?

Describe what you are interested in getting tattooed, please include as much information as possible and be specific: *

Please upload any inspiration/reference photos you may have here:

How much artistic freedom may I take?*

All work by me will be unique. And I will not copy another artist’s work or tattoos. But I can use any photos as inspiration.

Style of tattoo:*

ColorBlack and Grey

Placement*

(Ex. Right inner arm, left calf, or sternum)

Are there pre-existing tattoos surrounding the area you would like tattooed? Or is it a cover up? Please upload a photo of the area.

This helps me design the project so that we don’t have anything running into each other. Especially if it’s a tight squeeze. Or if this is a cover up project.

Approximate size of the tattoo (in inches)*

What is your budget? Please note I will factor the required $150 booking fee into the budget you provide*

Note, that larger tattoos will cost more due to surface area. I cannot do a 8 inch+ design in a hour

Is this a cover up or rework project?*

YesNo

File if you answered yes above, please attach pictures of the tattoo you currently have that you want to cover or rework:

What is your budget? Is it flexible or firm? Are you just looking for a price quote? Please note, I will factor the required booking fee into the budget you provide

Preferred days of the week. I am booking roughly 4 months out. I will do my best to accommodate your schedule. However please be open to other times as I may not have availability that matches yours.*

TuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday

Please note, I do not start a design/project after 5PM. I will not be tattooing on major holidays such as thanksgiving, Christmas, 4th of July etc.

Preferred appointment start time

Morning (11am-12pm) reccomended for large or small projectsAfternoon (2pm-3:30pm) only recommended for smaller projects, or shorter sessions.No preference. Whatever best suits the needs of the design.

To schedule an appointment, you understand that you are required to pay a $150(+tax) non-refundable non-transferable booking fee, which goes towards the cost of the tattoo. Without a booking fee, an appointment is not officially booked.*

I understand

72 hour notice is required for rescheduling your appointment and for your booking fee/deposit to carry over. If you must cancel or reschedule, you agree to notify as soon as you can via email only. If you cancel or fail to notify me you are also aware you may loose your booking fee/deposit.*

I understand

My hourly rate is $175 a hour for large projects, and smaller projects will be priced by the piece. I have a $300 minimum for tattoos. I do not tattoo longer than roughly 5 hours at a time please expect the possibility of sessions if you are inquiring about a bigger piece.*

I understand and accept this hourly rate of payment.

You recognize that booking is closed until 1/11/25, and I will not be actively replying to submissions until after the date stated above*

I understand

Thank you for you inquiry! I will be in touch soon if I am able to take on your project. If you have any other info or additional notes I should know, please type below!

Please check your spam folder if you do not hear from me within 7-10 days of the date listed above