FAQs & info

How do i book with you?

I am by appointment only. my books open quarterly, and I generally book 3-4 months at a time.

when my books are open, you may submit your inquiry through my booking link. this is the only way to contact me regarding booking. my booking form will guide you through everything you need to provide me with to ensure I have a proper idea of your concept, and enough resources to make your design into what you envision.

when booking with me, you will need ready :

• a detailed description of your concept, desired size and placement, along with any specific elements you wish to include.

•drive / pinterest folder containing:

  • photos of YOUR body where you want the tattoo to be. you may include a few images, including some with the area indicating the approximate size

  • any reference photos of elements you wish to include, or relevant visuals

please ensure sharing is enabled so that I can access the folder!

• to be ready to submit a deposit to lock in your session date(s). the deposit amount is based on the session type for the size of the tattoo, and is applied to the session cost. I do require a deposit for each session booked.

you can expect a reply within 2 weeks.

what is your reschedule / cancelation policy?

I require deposits for all sessions booked. deposits are non refundable, however transferable ONCE to a different date. If you need to reschedule your session, I ask for as much notice in advance as possible. I understand that life happens, so please reach out if something comes up. I require rebooking your session within a 6 month time frame or risk forfeiting your deposit. multiple reschedules may result in requiring a new deposit.

when will i see my design?

all designs are shared the day of your session. the more details provided in your booking inquiry the better to ensure my design is aligned with what you have envisioned. I do not share sketches or designs prior to sessions.

I accommodate plenty of time at the beginning of our session to make small changes together. additionally, i will generally have a few options and elements ready when you come in for us to determine the sizing, placement, and flow. sometimes, I will combine stenciled drawing with freehand designs to create something unique to your body and ensure proper flow.

how long will my session be?

it depends on the size of the piece, and intricacy of the design. most of my sessions are offered in 2 hour, half day, and full day session blocks.

larger projects will require multiple sessions. these can be multiple half days, or multiple full days

for larger projects, I recommend booking them spanned out during my current booking availability to ensure I still have dates open to fit you in. you are welcome to book them back to back, or spread apart. I generally recommend a minimum of 3 weeks between sessions.

PREPARING FOR YOUR SESSION

please make sure to get plenty of rest, hydration, and eat balanced meal prior to your session! I highly recommend low inflammation food items prior to being tattooed to prepare the body for rest and quick recovery. please also moisturize the area we are tattooing a few days prior to your appointment to prepare the skin, and avoid any excessive sun exposure to the area. if you are sunburnt, I will be unable to tattoo you.

please arrive to your session showered, with the area we are tattooing carefully shaved. if I am tattooing near or on your feet, I kindly ask you to wash them prior to arrival. please bring any snacks and water, as well as a sugary snack or beverage for during your session. if you have a full day session, we will both take a lunch break. you can bring a meal, or we can order something together.

what to wear

your comfort is my top priority.

i highly recommend wearing loose comfortable clothes that allow me to easily access the area I am working on. I also recommend wearing black as to avoid any staining.

consider what you will be wearing after the tattoo, avoiding anything tight on the area we’ve tattooed. freshly cleaned, loose, breathable, organic material clothing is always best.

chest / sternum / breast / back – zip up hoodies, button up shirts, tank tops with tuckable straps / strapless tops.

shoulder / arm – tank tops with easily tuckable straps / strapless tops

hip – bikini bottoms with ties / thin strappy panties / loose shorts (as long as they can be pulled up and stay out of the way during the session.

legs – loose shorts or pants / anything we can easily fold up and keep out of the way while tattooing.

you are certainly welcome to bring clothing items to take photos in after, if you’d like. i kindly request black, or white / creme colours.

AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS

take it easy after your session. make sure to eat a healthy meal, drink lots of water, and get good rest.

as this is essentially a fresh wound on your body, you must keep it clean and wash the area as needed. failure to follow these instructions and keep the tattoo clean, can result in infection - so please be very mindful, especially in public spaces. absolutely no swimming, soaking, sauna / hot tub for at least 2 weeks after your session.

keep the dermsheild on for 3 – 5 days. during this time you do not need to do anything to it, UNLESS it has ripped or peeled back, exposing the tattoo. if this has happened, please remove the dermshield and proceed to follow the instructions below.

once the wrap / dermsheild is removed

clean the area with hot water & anti-bacterial soap 2-3 times a day, or as needed. follow up with a THIN layer of moisturizer. thin layer, as it needs to breathe, and not be overly “gooey”. reapply as needed. (the moisturizer needs to be unscented & without fragrance). please apply using CLEAN hands to avoid spreading bacteria on your skin. when using lotion or ointment that is in a container, please consider using a popsicle stick or clean scoop to avoid contaminating your product. do not pick at any peeling skin, let it heal on its own. washing it will help with this process.

i recommend wearing loose, breathable clothes for the first few days - cotton recommended. please dont itch it. if necessary *lightly* pat it. minimize direct sunlight on your new tattoo. after 3-4 weeks, wear sunscreen over it to keep it fresh. please concider your tattoo “open skin” for the first month, and be very careful with what you come in contact with.