❊Commonly asked questions:❊
✷What is a consultation for?✷
A consultation is a scheduled amount of time to sit down with an artist and discuss your tattoo idea in detail. This time is meant to address any questions or concerns you may have while you and your artists formulate a game plan for your design. Having photo references is highly encouraged, as it helps your artist visualize what direction you’re trying to go. A consultation is NOT a tattoo appointment.
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✷How old do I need to be to get a tattoo?✷
You must be 18 or older to get a tattoo in the state of Massachusetts, even if you have parental consent.
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✷Do you take walk-ins?✷
If we have availability, yes. We are primarily appointment based so availability will vary.
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✷What constitutes a “walk-in?”✷
Something small that requires little to no drawing time OR an artist’s pre-drawn design.
Good examples: lettering, symbols, paw prints, ect.
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✷Do I need to leave a deposit to book?✷
Yes. Your deposit holds your place in the calendar. Your appointment is not confirmed without one.
Deposits are non-refundable and vary depending on project scale.
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✷What happens to my deposit if I have to reschedule?✷
If you need to move your appointment, we ask for a 48 hour notice. If you reschedule with enough notice then your deposit will be moved along with your new appointment. However, if you need to reschedule within the 48 hours, your deposit will be forfeited and another will need to be left in order to reschedule.
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Do you guys take card or cash?✷
Both! Cash is preferred but card is accepted as well!
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✷Can people come with me to my appointment?✷
You can bring a friend, but we ask that you keep it to one person as we are limited on space.
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✷Do you do cover-ups?✷
Each artist has their own policy on cover-ups. Cover-ups are case-by-case and require a consultation first.
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✷Can I get tattooed if I’m pregnant or breast feeding?✷
No. Wait until you are no longer pregnant or breast feeding.
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✷How soon after getting tattooed can I go swimming?✷
Two weeks. Showering, however, is perfectly fine.
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✷Can I get a color tattoo if I have a dark skin tone?✷
Absolutely yes.
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✷What’s the shop minimum?✷
$15
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✷How does pricing work?✷
We charge an hourly rate for custom work.
Rates may vary between artists. Sometimes flat rates will be offered for pre-drawn designs.
Don’t be afraid to ask if you have questions!
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✷This is my first tattoo; what should I do to prepare?✷
The best thing you can do before your appointment is eat something substantial. Getting tattooed on an empty stomach makes pain management more difficult. Stay hydrated. Get rest beforehand. Wear comfortable clothing that is not precious to you. Getting a tattoo is a messy process!
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✷Do you do piercings?✷
We do not. We only do tattooing.
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✷Do you do cosmetic tattooing like micro blading?✷
No, but we can refer you to some really lovely permanent makeup artists.
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✷Can I get tattooed with a sunburn?✷
No! If you show up to your appointment with a sunburn you will need to reschedule and you will lose your original deposit.
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