Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do you accept all projects sent during a submission window?
A: No. Due to a high volume of requests, I am not able to book all projects submitted. If I’m not interested in your design idea or I feel like I am not a good fit for your project, I will be transparent. If I don’t chose your project this round, please do not be offended. There are a lot to pick from and you can submit again next time if you’d like.
Q: How do you pick from the project submissions?
A: All submissions are reviewed starting the following day and picked based on which I am most interested in.
Q: When is your next booking date?
A: As soon as I have chosen my next booking date, I post an announcement to my Instagram about a week in advance, as well as send out a newsletter. If my bio says my books are closed and there is no recent post about the next booking date, this means I have not chosen one yet. Please sign up for the newsletter at the top of the page if you would like to receive updates via email!
Q: Can I send an email outside of your submission date to get an appointment?
A: No, sorry! You can only submit a project through my website’s appointment form during a booking date. Emails and messages outside of this time will be discarded.
Q: I sent my submission during the booking window but I have not received an answer yet. Should I submit a second form?
A: No, please do not submit a second form! I begin to answer emails the following day. This process can take me a week or so to complete, so please be patient while waiting for a reply!
Q: Will I get a response if my project is not chosen?
A: Yes. After I have finalized my last appointment I can take for the booking period, I send out a general email to those who did not get in to let them know that I did receive their inquiry but was unable to accept their project this round.
Q: Do I have to submit an idea or can I have you pick a tattoo design for me?
A: Because of the volume of requests I receive, I only accept submissions that include a design idea. You may also choose from any available flash I have on my Instagram story highlight. If you aren’t sure of what you want, I ask you to please wait for another booking period while you decide so that others who are ready can get a chance to book!
I also offer up pre-drawn flash on my Instagram any time I have a cancellation. Keep an eye out for these if you missed the window or are unable to decide what you want!
Q: Can I submit more than one idea?
A: Yes. You may submit up to 2 ideas for me to choose from. Fill out the submission form as normal for the first idea. Include all the required information about the second design in the description area of the form.
Q: Will I see my design ahead of time?
A: I do not send drawings ahead of time. All designs are presented at the time of your appointment, minor changes can be made at this time!
Q: Do you have a waitlist or cancellation list?
A: No. If I do not select your project, you are welcome to submit during another booking date. However I do offer up pre-drawn flash on my Instagram of I have a cancellation. You can keep an eye out for these if your project was not chosen this round or you missed the window!
Q: Do you take cards or are you cash only?
A: Cash is preferred but I also accept card with a 3% fee! If you need an estimate, I am happy to provide one for clients with a booked appointment.
Q: Do you charge hourly or by the piece?
A: I price by the piece. With larger pieces I sometimes use an hourly rate to help myself calculate a price. Price ranges for half and full days are listed in my Booking Information. I am happy to provide an estimate to clients with a booked appointment if you are unsure which amount to bring. *The prices above include the deposit amount you paid and does not include tax applied.
Q: What happens if I am unable to come to my appointment or I am late?
A: If you contact me with advance notice (48 hours or more), I will give you one reschedule. Your reschedule date is likely to be several months later than your original. A second reschedule will result in a drop of the project and loss of your deposit. Rescheduling with less than 48 hours notice will be considered a cancellation. If your project is dropped, you are still able to apply next time!
Arriving any later than 20 minutes after your appointment time will result in cancellation and loss of your deposit.
If you do not come to your appointment and no notice is given, you will be marked down as a no call, no show. Your deposit will be lost and you will not be able to book any future appointments.
Certain circumstances can override the policies above, chosen at my discretion.
Q: Do you do coverups?
A: Yes, depending on the project. If I feel my style of work will not cover the existing piece adequately or feel that the project is outside of my skill zone, I may suggest going to another artist. Please attach a link to a photograph of your current tattoo in your submission form.
Q: How long will my appointment take?
A: The time you spend in the shop depends on multiple things. Time to complete each unique piece, each client’s pain tolerance and pain management, breaks, set up and break down, payment, and of course taking awesome photos of your finished piece!
Q: Where can I park?
A: Please check our email correspondence for parking instructions! I send a detailed email containing building, parking, and appointment info after finalizing your appointment.
Q: Is there anything I should do to prepare for my appointment?
A: Please take out cash for payment before your appointment. You will not be allowed to leave your appointment to take out cash after.
Otherwise, please make sure you get a good night’s sleep and eat a full meal before coming to your appointment! Stay hydrated and do not drink alcohol 24 hours prior to your appointment. Please bring a drink and snack/lunch with you, as well as a water bottle from home. We also provide bottled water.
If you’d like to watch or listen to something on your phone, you must use headphones.
Q: Do you tattoo minors with parental consent?
A: No. 18 years of age and older only, please!
Q: Can I book a full arm or leg sleeve with you?
A: I am accepting large scale work, but please be aware I can only take 2-4 of these projects on per booking period!
Q: My tattoo idea is very small or just linework. Can I still submit?
A: Please refrain from submitting if you don’t want any shading or you have a project that is very small/text based as I am only focusing on projects with shading!
Q: Do you do color?
A: No. I am only taking on blackwork projects. I am sometimes open adding touches of color at my discretion.
Q: What should I do if my friend / family member / significant other and I want tattoos on the same day?
A: I do not schedule double appointments unless both clients are coming from out of state, and both projects have been chosen. Please send your requests separately, and mention you’d like to be scheduled together if chosen.
Q: Can I bring a friend with me to my appointment?
A: We do ask that you please come alone to your appointment as some of our artists have auditory/sensory difficulties and we try to keep a quieter environment while we work. If you do require someone to accompany you for medical or mobility reasons, please let us know!
Q: What should I do if I am traveling out of state?
A: If you are traveling from out of state, especially if you are flying, I would recommend getting trip insurance just in case! The only reasons I will ever or have ever rescheduled on a client are extreme illness or family emergency. This is very rare, but please safeguard your trip in the event of an emergency.
Q: Is your studio wheelchair accessible?
A: Yes! Our building is ADA compliant and has wheelchair accessible bathrooms.
Q: Do you tattoo darker skin?
A: Yes, I tattoo all skin tones! There are some examples of work on darker skin in my portfolio. All bodies are welcome here.