Policies & Info
CUSTOM TATTOO PROCESS
To book a custom tattoo, you’ll want to have a general idea for your tattoo, images for reference, and a rough idea of size and placement. Please let me know any important aspects so I know what to include in your custom design. I can brainstorm with you! After we talk through the details, you’ll be able to pick a date. If you’re working with a budget, that’s helpful to know, too. Having a bit of an open mind for the artwork, placement, and budget is strongly recommended for the best result. I can send you an estimate, please be prepared for a little more (it is not a final price).
It’s my policy to not send designs in advance. When it comes time for your appointment, we’ll have time make sure you’re happy with your design before tattooing. Small design changes are totally fine. If you’re not vibing with the design as a whole, we can treat the appointment like a consult and reschedule the tattoo so I can do a redraw. A redraw with a new appointment time does require a new deposit ~ but it’s worth it to make sure you love your tattoo.
I can’t take on every request, but I’m more likely to take on nature-related subjects, weird and unique ideas, antique objects, ornamental, fantasy, and handwriting tattoos, but I’m open to all kinds of styles!
COST
My goal is to provide quality tattoos at a fair price. Tattoos may be priced at a flat rate based on size, detail and placement, or may be priced at $150/hr. Feel free to reach out for a price estimate. (Please be prepared to go over the estimate! An estimate is not a final price.)
Cash is strongly preferred. Card, cashapp pay and Venmo are the only payment methods accepted otherwise. Non-cash payments will have a processing fee of 3.5%. We do not have an ATM in the building, so if you plan to use cash, please grab it ahead of time!
Deposits are non-refundable and they will contribute to the total cost. Deposits may be used toward a rescheduled appointment with at least 48 hours notice. Once the appointment is confirmed, significant changes to your idea/completely changing your idea may not be possible or may require an additional deposit.
Custom designs require a $50-100 deposit at the time of booking. Minimum price is $100.
Flash designs are pre-drawn designs and require $50 deposit at the time of booking. Minimum price is $75. (On certain flash days prices are as low as $50 for that day only)
♡♡♡Cash tips are always appreciated! I will also never say no to a sugar free redbull, matcha, or a latte.
RESCHEDULING & LATENESS
Please give 48 hours notice minimum to reschedule. Your deposit will be good for up to 6 months toward a new appointment date. Last minute reschedules, cancellations (other than illness/emergency/weather) will lose the deposit. Pleasereschedule if you’re feeling sick, even if it’s the same day. I don’t want to get sick!
Please allow 5-10 minutes to park and pay for parking (or park in the free structure a block away on Ferry Street). After the 15-minute grace periodfor lateness, your appointment will be cancelled or rescheduled with a new deposit required. Please message me if you’re running behind!
For the early birds ~ I may not be ready for you until your appointment time but you can stop for a snack downtown or wait in the hallway if the gate is open!
If I need to reschedule on my end due to illness/emergency/weather, I’ll offer you the choice of a new appointment time or a refund of your deposit.
GROUP TATTOOS
I can take groups for matching tattoos, a variety of small tattoos, or flash! Group tattoos could either require one deposit per group or one deposit per person depending on design complexity. There is a small waiting area in the hallway, and I’m downtown so folks are free to walk around while waiting for their turn. Please don’t plan anything afterwards since group tattoos take more time!
REWORKS AND COVERUPS
I rework or cover up old tattoos not by me on a case-by-case basis. Please make sure to send a few photos - make sure the photos are clear and well-lit. It’s important to be flexible on the design for coverups and understand you may still be able to see some of the old tattoo in some cases. I cannot take away ink or scarring done by the previous artist.
TOUCH UPS
I offer free touch-ups up to a year after your flash or custom tattoo appointment. Please send me a clear, well-lit photo of your tattoo to schedule a touch-up. Let me know if you’re not sure if your tattoo needs a touch up! Coverups and reworks may not be eligible for a free touch up due to the nature of those projects.
HOW TO PREPARE
Bring a valid ID stating you are over 18
Grab cash preferably (I can give you an estimate for how much to bring!)
Shower beforehand, and moisturize the area that will be tattooed! I do ask for any lower leg or ankle tattoos that you wash feet well and wear some clean socks.
Bring sweatshirt or blanket just in case
Bring a guest, or just yourself! Additional guests can hang out in the waiting area or explore downtown.
I would strongly suggest bringing headphones or something else to distract you in case I’m in the zone and not super talkative!
Wear clothing that will be comfortable and allow easy access to the tattoo area. Please ask me if you aren’t sure what to wear! Example, for back tattoos wear a halter top or bring a button down shirt to wear backwards.
Optional: snacks, water, anything else you need to be comfy!
DON’TS
Don’t schedule anything right after your tattoo since tattoos can take more time than expected
Don’t show up sick, on an empty stomach, hungover, or intoxicated.
Don’t bring babies or young children to your appointment.
Don’t get a tattoo if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or on blood thinners.
Don’t plan your tattoo on skin with active acne, sunburns, razor burns, open wounds, healing scars, psoriasis, any kind of infection, or skin that is very dry, rough or cracked.
Don’t schedule your tattoo during a time when you might be sunburned or hungover before coming in.
Do not schedule your tattoo less than 2 weeks before a trip where you will be swimming/in the sun.
RISK
There is always a small risk of infection and allergic reactions to ink when getting a tattoo. I follow all Oregon sanitation laws and standards, and I provide aftercare instructions. It is up to you to care for your tattoo during healing to prevent infection.
LONGEVITY
Ink will naturally spread a bit over time, and I want your tattoo to look amazing for the foreseeable future. The more detailed the design, the bigger your tattoo should be. Wearing sunscreen, moisturizing, and hydrating can help your tattoo look great long-term.
GIFT CARDS
Gift cards can be purchased in any amount by emailing me. Gift cards are non-refundable and valid for 2 years. I prefer that gift cards are purchased for folks who already know what my work looks like, so they’ll be ready to work with me!
ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMMODATIONS
I am up a narrow flight of stairs that is unfortunately not wheelchair friendly.
I offer optional quiet appointments with limited talking outside of the tattoo designing/stenciling process.
Please let me know if there are any accommodations you need and I will do my best to provide the best experience I can!