✿ AVAILABILITY ✿

Work hours

• Tuesday - 11:30am-8:00pm
• Wednesday - 11:30am-8:00pm
• Thursday - 11:00am-6:00pm
• Sunday - 11:00am-8:00pm

I can make exceptions for other days, though it is not guaranteed. New requests are accepted all year, but available slots are released every two months. 

✿ PRICING ✿

Rates

*I accept requests for flash, modified flash and customs! Prices below apply the same for all tattoos

 

• $150/hr - For single-session tattoos. This rate is used to provide a fixed price range
• $450/day - For multi-session tattoos. Up to 4 hours of tattooing per day
• Minimum per appointment is $100
• My quotes are determined by size, detail, color and placement. Multiple colors, lineless shading, and challenging placements such as torso, spine and hands can take 2-3 times longer. I give a minimum-maximum price range based on how long I believe the tattoo should take (not including designing, stenciling, taking breaks, etc.). If I go overtime, I do not charge extra unless it is a significant amount of time and the client is willing and able. While these are my general prices, I am always happy to work with your budget and change the design to fit your needs

Example of pricing in black and gray (will vary based on request)

• Small (<2 in) - $100-180, approx. tattooing time: 1 hr
• Medium (<4 in) - $180-300, approx. tattooing time: 1.75 hrs
• Large (<6 in) - $300-500, approx. tattooing time: 3 hrs
• X-Large (6+ in) - $400-750, approx. tattooing time: 4.5 hrs

Example of pricing with color, lineless shading or difficult placement (will vary based on request)

• Small (<2 in) - $180-250, approx. tattooing time: 1.5 hr
• Medium (<4 in) - $250-400, approx. tattooing time: 2.5 hrs
• Large (<6 in) - $400-750, approx. tattooing time: 4.5 hrs
• X-Large (6+ in) - multi-session, approx. 2-3 sessions

Accepted Payments: Cash, Venmo, Zelle

• Card if only necessary (charges a 3% fee)
• No transactions are facilitated through DMs, text or email and are all done through my booking form and in-person on the day of your appointment.

✿ BOOKING REQUEST ✿

How to book

• Start a booking request via Porter through the link in my Instagram bio
• Once I review your request, I will provide you with a quote or I will reach out to discuss the project further with you
• Once I accept the request, you will receive access to my calendar where you can reserve a date with a deposit

If you do not hear back after two weeks from submitting your request, please DM me on Instagram. I may have missed your submission or there are issues with my or your method of contact. 

✿ DEPOSIT ✿

Deposit: $100

• This is not including booking form processing fees (~$7)
• The deposit will go towards the total price of your tattoo
• Your deposit is non-refundable
• If it is a multisession piece, it will be applied to your last session

Please be ready to send your deposit immediately after your request is approved to secure your appointment. Available slots and non-repeatable designs are first-come first-serve and the appointment is not reserved until a deposit is sent. 

✿ APPOINTMENT CHANGES ✿

All appointment changes can be made by clients through Porter or by messaging me

• Reschedules
  • Allowed up to 48 hours before your appointment, and can be done to the same appointment up to 2 times. Otherwise, a new deposit will be required
• Cancellations
  • Allowed at any time but your deposit will be forfeited and a new deposit will be required to secure a new appointment
• No call, no shows
  • Failing to arrive to an appointment without notice will result in you forfeiting your deposit and possibly being blacklisted. You will need to send a new deposit to book again

✿ PREPARATION ✿

Week of your appointment

• Exfoliate and moisturize daily at least 3 days before you come in 
• Do not drink alcohol 24 hours before or after your session
• Get a good night's sleep the night before
• It is not necessary to shave, we can do that for you! 
• Notify me of any specific requests (ie. Masking, quiet no-talking sessions, etc).
  • We have curtains for more privacy, provide pasties if needed for upper torso tattoos, and stress balls are available per request!
  • There is a bathroom in the back as well as a waiting area at the front of the shop
  • 1-2 guests are welcome

Day of your appointment

• Bring your driver's license or a valid form of ID
• Eat and hydrate. You may pack snacks and drinks to bring with you to the studio
• Dress accordingly. Make sure the area is accessible and do not wear nice clothing in case of ink stains. I recommend bringing a zip-up jacket, socks, and/or a light blanket if you run cold. You are welcome to bring other comfort items such as headphones to help make your experience as relaxing as possible
• Arrive on time. It is not necessary to arrive more than 5 minutes early, but if you are running late. just let me know. Being more than 15 minutes late without notice may result in a late fee of $50 or cancellation due to lack of time
• Prepare the rest of your payment for the end of the appointment. Tips are never expected but always appreciated! 
• Parking is available in the plaza's parking lot. There is a 15 minute only section in front of the shop that is never checked but please park at your own risk
• Pets and children under 18 are not allowed inside

✿ DESIGN ✿

I do not copy other artists' work

• All requests will be redrawn in my own style
• If I feel that the style is outside of my capabilities I will let you know and may refer you to another artist
• I do not tattoo other artists' designs unless they have provided you with written permission/a tattoo ticket, or if it is a pop culture reference

Custom design previews

• I do not send designs ahead of the appointment unless the client requests so, or if it is necessary for larger/more experimental pieces
• If you do request a preview, it will be sent 1-2 days before the appointment as customs can take time and I focus my energy on whoever's appointment is next, even if you book months in advance
• I automatically include buffer time to all my appointments so that we have at least 30 minutes to tweak the design and make small adjustments on the day-of
• If changes are substantial, I may recommend rescheduling without any additional cost

✿ REMINDERS ✿

Please be aware that I am a new tattoo artist

• I have been tattooing for 1.5 years and still honing my skills and techniques through each of my appointments
• In order to do my best work for you, your session will likely be longer than expected

Plan your day accordingly

• Please avoid scheduling other important things immediately after your appointment
• If you are running late, please just let me know. Do not rush to the shop!

Illness/Emergency

• Please do not come in and message me to reschedule if:
  • You are feeling sick ahead or on the day of your appointment
  • You are experiencing an active rash, acne flare-up, sunburn, etc. in the area meant to be tattooed (I cannot tattoo over irritated skin or open wounds)
• You will not be charged for these types of reschedules

Contact

• I am always available to answer questions after your appointment regarding healing and aftercare; do not hesitate to reach out via Porter or DMs on Instagram

✿ TOUCH-UPS ✿

Free touch ups on all tattoos done by me!

• I offer this to all my clients as soon as it is fully healed
• There is no time limit or expiration to when you request touch ups
• Certain tattoos will have a limited amount of touch-ups and I will mention that to you if so
• You do not need to submit a new booking form; please DM me on Instagram and I will schedule you in

✿ BANDAGE CARE ✿

Second skin/clear bandage (Dermshield)

• Leave on for no more than 3 days
• Water-resistant and you can take showers with it
• Ink bubbles and blurring under the bandage is normal as long as it isn't leaking
• Peeling at the edges of bandage is normal as long as the tattoo is not exposed
• If it falls off early, do not attempt to re-bandage or wrap in saran wrap; just start your aftercare immediately
• Remove under warm running water or in the shower
• Remove by slowly stretching the bandage and pulling parallel to the skin
• Take bandage off immediately if you notice leaking, peeling that exposes the tattoo, or redness and inflammation around the border of the bandage (allergic reaction)

Spray bandage 

• Leave it alone and don't do anything to it for 2 days
• Your body will break down the bandage on its own and you can start aftercare on the third day
• The bandage will peel (like Elmer's glue) in any non-tattooed areas and is normal
• Spray bandage can be drying to the skin which is normal. When starting aftercare, you can apply moisturizer more often, but still keep the layers light and breathable

Saran wrap/baby pad bandage

• Leave on until you plan to go to bed or up to max 4 hours
• Remove gently and begin aftercare
• Wear loose clothing that you're okay with getting stained in case the tattoo weeps (oozes ink and plasma from blood) in your sleep. This applies to your bedsheets and blankets as well

✿ AFTERCARE ✿

Once the bandage is removed, follow the aftercare instructions until your skin's surface has healed:

• Wash twice a day with unscented, antibacterial soap or a gentle face cleanser (no bar soap)
• Let it air dry or pat dry with a paper towel (no bath towels)
• Apply a light amount of unscented moisturizer/lotion (Cerave, Cetaphil, Lubriderm, Aveeno, etc.)
• Repeat for at least 2 weeks

✿ TIPS ✿

These tips should be applied, at minimum, during the first two weeks of healing:

• Wear loose clothing to avoid rubbing against tattoo
• Avoid intense work outs or movement  
• Avoid showering with very hot water
• Do not submerge underwater
• Keep tattoo out of direct sunlight by wearing loose clothing over it
• Do not apply sunscreen until scabbing/flaking is complete
• Do not scratch or pick at the scabs
• Ice your tattoo to relieve itching
• Overall, treat it gently and keep it clean

Do not panic if you notice your tattoo has healed patchy or faded; this can easily be fixed with a touch up appointment which is generally quick! It is recommended you wait for the tattoo to fully heal (at least one month) before touching up.

✿ NOTICE ✿

Look out for the following!

If you notice any abnormalties during your healing, please let me know and schedule to see a doctor as soon as possible. Tenderness, soreness and mild warmth during the first few days of healing is normal, but should not include the following symptoms which indicate an infection: 

• Excessive and worsening pain
• Hot to the touch
• Thick/oozing pus
• Foul odor