Body Art Procedure Consent and Release

I acknowledge I have been advised of the facts and matters set forth below and I agree as follows:

• This consent form applies to all services provided by Erin Vaughn Tattoo Artist and will remain valid for all future visits, unless updated or revoked in writing. (Exception: if client is a minor, parental consent must be given each visit.
• I consent to the application of the tattoo.
• If I have diabetes, epilepsy, hepatitis, hemophilia, HIV-AIDS or any other communicable disease, heart condition or take medicine which thins the blood I have advised my tattooer.
• I am not pregnant or nursing. I am not under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• I acknowledge it is not possible for Erin Vaughn (Tattoo Artist) to determine whether I might have an allergic reaction to the pigments or processes used in my tattoo, and I agree to accept the risk that such a reaction is possible.
• I acknowledge that infection is always possible as a result of the obtaining of a tattoo, particularly in the event that I do not take proper care of my tattoo. I agree to follow the aftercare instructions that I am given while my tattoo is healing. 
• I realize that variations in color and design may exist between any tattoo as selected by me and as ultimately applied to my body.
• I understand that I must remain still during my tattoo to avoid mistakes that can be caused by movement
• I understand that if I have any skin treatments, laser hair removal, cosmetic surgery or other skin altering procedures, it may result in changes to my tattoo.
• I acknowledge that a tattoo is a permanent change to my appearance and do not hold my tattooer liable for or of the ability to later change or remove my tattoo. 
• I acknowledge I am over the age of eighteen and that I have truthfully represented to my tattooer that the obtaining of a tattoo is by my choice alone. If I am a minor (16-17 years old) I have a parent/legal guardian present.
• I fully understand the tattoo artist does not act as a medical professional. 
• I agree to release and discharge my artist from any and all claims, damages, or legal actions arising from or connected to my tattoo and the procedure used in the application of my tattoo.
• I understand that fainting can happen before, during, or after a body art procedure and may result in personal injury and it is my sole responsibility to recognize this and remain seated or lying down, or immediately sit or lay down.
• I understand that I will be given the opportunity to review my tattoo design and I will review that it is accurate including but not limited to misspelled words, placement, alignment, etc. 
• I agree that by signing below, that all supplied information is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

By filling out this agreement I grant permission for my photos to be taken on today’s date.

• I understand that photographs taken of me during this session may be used, wholly or in part, on the internet, in any publication, portfolio, or display, or in any other print or electronic medium as this artist chooses, unless otherwise specified below.
• I will make no monetary or other claim against this artist for use of the photographs. I understand that my name may or may not be included/credited in any form of publication unless requested otherwise.