Q: Can you email/text/DM me the custom tattoo design you are making for me?
A: I cannot. Unfortunately it isn't uncommon for some folks to take the digital copy of the design and go somewhere else to get the tattoo done cheaper. However, I am more than happy to schedule a time with you so that you may see the design in person a couple of days before your tattoo appointment.
Q: I want a piece of flash you designed, but I live too far away to have you tattoo me. Can I have someone locally tattoo that piece of flash for me instead?
A: No, with exceptions including the FOR THY FLESH flash you have bought from me, the "Protect Trans Youth" possum design, the "Ah" frog doodle, or if you commissioned me for a tattoo design prior to my apprenticeship Fall 2023. Otherwise, I'd rather you get work designed by me be tattooed by me. That said, consider mentioning me to your local LGBTQ+ friendly tattoo studio and maybe I can guest spot there one day. :]
Policies
Apprentice Notice
As of Fall 2023 I am an apprentice, and thus my tattoo work will be reflective of that as I work to hone my skills.
Pricing and Booking
Rate
As of Spring 2024: $85/hour, 1 hour minimum.
Deposit
A deposit is required to book. Deposits are nonrefundable and go towards the cost of your tattoo.
Rescheduling, No-Show, and Canceling Your Appointment
You may reschedule up to 3 times. After that, you forfeit your deposit and must rebook again with a new one.
Reschedules must be made 24 hours before your appointment, otherwise your failure to arrive to your appointment will count as a no-show and thus you forfeit your deposit. To get back on the books, you will be required to make a new deposit. Contact info can be found on the Booking Page.
If you cancel or no-show your appointment, you forfeit your deposit. To get back on the books, you will be required to make a new deposit.
Repeated no-shows and cancellations might result in being blacklisted.
Touch-Ups
Touch-ups are provided at no cost is scheduled within 6 months of getting the tattoo. After that, touch-ups will cost an amount based on the estimated time needed to do the touch up.
Tipping
Tipping is not mandatory but is common practice and deeply appreciated. Tips can be given in cash, at the front desk digitally, or through my digital tip jars ala Ko-fi, Venmo, and CashApp.
Cash is preferred.
Subject Matter
Subjects and Themes I Gravitate Towards
Creatures, critters, and beasts, both real and imagined, grounded and fantastical, contemporary and prehistoric.
Subject matter, patterns, and styles explored in my flash.
Blackwork tattoo and limited color tattoos.
Things celebrating queer joy.
What I Won't Do
Hate/bigotry or gang related symbols/imagery, or pieces that could easily be mistaken as such.
Designs considered appropriation by their respective cultures (ie dream catchers or feather head dresses, Polynesian or other "tribal" design work, w*ndigos, symbols and iconography from closed religions, so on). However, if the piece/design is part of a culture/nationality/ethnicity you are a part of, this is usually fine, though I might decline if I feel I am not the best fit for the project.
Direct/near direct copies of other artist's artwork, unless permission has been provided by the artist or the work is Public Domain.
Anything I feel I might not be a good fit for. This is not done to offend; I want to make sure you have the best tattoo possible, and if I feel I am not capable of doing that, I'd rather be honest about my limitations than potentially deliver a piece that does not meet my standard of quality.
Health and Medical Conditions
If you have chronic health conditions or take medications that can impact your immune system, blood, circulation, skin, or anything that could impact the healing process of your tattoo or your ability to be tattooed safely, please talk to your doctor and get a doctor’s note before booking.
Minors
I do not tattoo minors, regardless of parent/guardian consent. You must be 18 years old or older to book a tattoo with me. Sorry. :[
COVID-19
Masking and Vaccination
Masking with a n95 mask is encouraged, especially during peak cold/flu/con crud/COVID season, if you are immunocompromised, came back from a large event such as a convention, and/or in contact with large amounts of people regularly. If you are able to, vaccination is also strongly encouraged.
I typically wear a n95 or 9502+n95 mask when tattooing.
I stay up-to-date on COVID and flu vaccinations, as well as any other vaccinations my doctor recommends.
If You are Sick and/or Test Positive
Please email me and the shop as soon as possible to reschedule your appointment, even if you are not currently showing symptoms. I cannot tattoo you if you are sick or are very likely to become sick shortly after getting your tattoo, and I am more than happy to set up another time to work on your piece.
