TATTOO Q&A PLEASE READ!
WHEN CAN I GET TATTOOED?
Smaller pieces I can usually fit in sooner.
For bigger pieces or full-day appointments, there’s usually a wait of around a few weeks to a month.
Send through your idea and I can give you a better idea of availability.
WHAT ARE YOUR RATES?
Bigger and ongoing work is charged at my half-day or full-day rate:
HALF DAY — $700
FULL DAY — $1,100
Smaller pieces are priced individually depending on the design, size, placement, colour, etc.
All bookings require a $200 non-refundable deposit to secure your appointment.
I’m also more than happy to work around budgets and time. If you have a particular budget in mind, let me know and we can have a chat about what we can make work for you.
WHEN WILL I SEE MY DESIGN?
This depends a little on what we’re doing!
For my painty, abstract, free-flow work, the design is usually freehanded directly onto you on the day. We’ll work together on the placement, movement and flow until we’re both happy with it — then we make it look rad!
For other custom designs, unless they’re fairly straightforward, I’ll generally send your design through a few days before your appointment.
Minor changes are always welcome and can also be sorted out together on the day.
CAN I BOOK A CONSULTATION?
Absolutely!
I’m always happy to organise a FREE consultation, either in person or over the phone, so we can have a proper chat about your ideas, design, placement or anything you’re unsure about.
WHAT IF I NEED TO CANCEL OR RESCHEDULE?
All deposits are non-refundable.
However, if you give me at least 48 hours’ notice, I’m happy to work with you to find another appointment time that suits.
DO I NEED TO BRING ANYTHING TO MY APPOINTMENT?
Yessss! Especially if you’re coming in for a longer sit.
A little preparation can make your tattoo day sooo much easier.
Moisturise the area regularly in the lead-up to your appointment — happy, hydrated skin is much nicer to tattoo!
Get a good night’s sleep, make sure you’re well rested and have a biggggg breakfast before coming in. You’ll need the energy! Think food coma, then you can just chill.
For longer appointments, feel free to bring headphones, a blanket, pillow, drinks, snacks and lunch — whatever makes you comfortable.
There are food options around the studio, but keep your dietary requirements in mind.
And most importantly… we have an amazing in-house coffee bar, so your caffeine needs are covered!
CAN I USE NUMBING CREAM?
Always ask me first!
Not all numbing creams are the same, and depending on the tattoo and area, they may not actually help — and in some cases can make the skin more difficult to tattoo.
I’m always happy to chat about numbing creams and your options before your appointment.
WHAT IF I NEED A TOUCH-UP?
Sometimes tattoos need a little extra love once they’ve healed — we’re human, not paper!
Touch-ups are free within the first 4–6 months after your tattoo has healed.
I’m always happy to touch up my work where needed and get everything looking nice and crispy again!
WHAT DO I NEED TO DO FOR AFTERCARE?
We’ll go through your aftercare together at your appointment.
Aftercare can vary depending on the tattoo, your skin and how we’ve tattooed the area, so I prefer to give you advice that suits your individual tattoo.
Most importantly, follow the aftercare information I give you for that particular piece rather than assuming every tattoo should be healed the same way.
Not all tattoos heal the same!