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APPOINTMENT PREP

TO PREPARE FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT:

  • Try to get adequate sleep the night before.

  • Unless prescribed, avoid taking blood-thinning medications or supplements right before your appointment, such Aspirin, NSAIDs, Fish Oil, and Vitamin E.  Do not stop taking prescribed medications without consulting with your physician.

  • Avoid consuming alcohol.

  • Avoid tanning, waxing or anything that might discolor or irritate the skin in the area that will be tattooed.

  • Do not work out right before your appointment.

  • Eat a balanced meal and stay hydrated.

  • Please shower and use deodorant, but go easy on any cologne or perfume.  

  • Do not apply numbing agents - this can negatively affect the tattooing process as well as healing. 

  • Please wear clean, comfortable clothing that you do not mind possibly getting ink on.  If you tend to feel cold, you may want to bring a light jacket, sweatshirt or blanket.

  • Feel free to bring snacks, meals or beverages.  You are also welcome to order delivery.

  • The studio has TVs Netflix, but you may also want to bring headphones, music or a book.

  • Payment is due at each session, so remember to bring your wallet.  Cash or debit-card is the preferred method of payment.

  • If you have children or pets, make arrangements for someone to look after them somewhere else during your appointment.  Children and pets are not allowed at the studio for health and safety reasons.

  • If you are feeling at all sick (cough, fever, etc), have been in close contact with someone who has COVID 19, or you have tested positive for COVID 19 within 6 days before your appointment, please contact us immediately to reschedule.

  • If you have recently recovered from COVID 19 within 7-10 days, please wear a mask.

FYI:  OUR CURRENT HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES

 

 TATTOO STUDIO ETIQUETTE: 

  • Do not come to the studio if you are sick or test positive for COVID 19 within 6 days before your appointment - contact us to immediately to reschedule.

  • If you have recently recovered from COVID 19 within 7-10 days, please wear a mask.

  • If desired, you may bring ONE adult guest to your appointment.  No more than one guest per client.  Your guest must also wear a mask and follow all other health and safety guidelines.  

  • Cover your mouth and nose with your elbow if you need to cough or sneeze.

  • Arrive on time to your appointment.  If you are running a little late, please email us to let us know that you are on your way.  If you do not arrive within 30 minutes of your scheduled start time, you will be considered a no-show and the appointment will be cancelled - see deposit policy.  

  • Do not arrive intoxicated to your appointment. 

  • Do not bring children or pets to your appointment.  Children and pets are not allowed in the studio for health and safety reasons. 

  • Do not leave a child or pet in your car while getting tattooed.  Please arrange for someone to look after them somewhere else during your appointment.  

  • Please plan accordingly and only reschedule if you absolutely must.  Cancelling or rescheduling at the last minute is a huge inconvenience to your artist as it can be difficult to fill an opening on short notice.  If you must reschedule, please contact us at least 72 hours prior to your appointment.  See deposit policy for more info.

  • Be 100% sure about what you would like before booking your appointment.  The artist must approve a project before booking – this means your appointment and deposit are only for the project that was discussed at the time of booking.  If you have changed your mind about what you would like, do not wait until right before your appointment to let us know.  Contact us as soon as possible and we can discuss whether or not Joshua is the right artist for the new project.  For more info, see deposit policy.

  • Do not make plans for after your appointment as your appointment may take longer than expected.  Try to refrain from repeatedly asking “how much longer?” or mentioning that you have somewhere to be.  If you are traveling, it would be best not to book your return flight for the same day as your appointment.  For best results, do not rush your artist.

  • Try to hold still.  Please be mindful of your movements, such as gesturing with your hands, reaching for things or turning your head to look over your shoulder while getting tattooed.  If you need to reposition yourself, please let your artist know first.

  • While getting tattooed, do not touch the area being tattooed.  This includes applying any numbing agents.  This can irritate your skin, cause infection, smear the stencil and negatively affect the tattooing process.  If you touch the area by accident, please wash your hands immediately to avoid contamination.

  • Be respectful of studio property, artists and their clients.  Do not touch artwork or other people without permission. 

  • Tipping is not required but always appreciated.  If you are unsure how much to tip your artist, 20% is standard for a personal service, but it can be whatever you feel comfortable with - all tips are appreciated.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us

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