FAQ

Tattooing is one of few things humans have been practicing for millenia. It's embedded in our spirit, it's a heavy craft, and it's a medium that regularly cracks my ego open. It’s something I do to invite intimacy, practice bodily autonomy, and facilitate expansion.

Tattooing is an exercise in trust, communication, and nerve. This is blood magic - a significant effort to alter reality; tattooing teaches us how to expand our tolerance for pain in this world of suffering. It teaches us how far the mind and body can stretch and what it means to remember.

At its best, tattooing is a fusion of all these things - pain, connection, relief, grounding, elevation. ︎

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I book pre-drawn designs (any size, placement) and in-studio creative sessions (we collaboratively design something day-of) on a rolling basis through CO:CREATE. You’ll be able to book directly into my calendar through Square whenever you’re available.

I accept limited custom appointments only via newsletter every 3 months. I almost always accept proposals - if I do, you’ll also book directly into my calendar as you would while booking flash.

I typically book all appointments 3-4 months out. If you're traveling or have other time related circumstances please note it in your booking form or send me an email. I’ll accommodate if I’m able, the more notice the better!

I divide appointments into 3 categories*:

Full Day (6-8 hours total, 3+ hours of tattooing) = $1,200
   
    projects = $1000/day

Half Day (3-4 hours total, up to 3 hours of tattooing) = $300-800

Continuing (finishing ongoing projects) = $200/hr

community (mutual aid) flash is separate from standard rates*


A nonrefundable deposit of $100 for flash or $200 for customs is required to book, and is paid on CO:CREATE. Payment is due at the time of your appointment. I accept both card and cash, but please know I can’t make change. Tipping is is not required but always appreciated.

I accept payment plans! Let me know while booking if you’re interested. Some options include financing through Klarna, Afterpay, or standard credit card payment options. You can also use these options for your final payment on the day of your appointment with a fee.

I understand my work may not be accessible to all, but this is because I spend a lot of time outside of the studio designing, editing, communicating, learning new skills, and handling administrative work in order to make our time together as smooth, safe, and fun as possible. This pricing structure reflects the effort and deep devotion I have put into this practice. Each tattoo is a one-of-a-kind experience and a tattoo that you won’t find anywhere else. 

I do offer a reduced sliding scale for Black and Indigenous clients, as well as clients who are sex workers. Don’t be shy, please inquire when booking!

Yes; I offer cover ups on a case-by-case basis and I will tattoo over scars that have been healed for at least two years. I’m still building skill and experience in this realm, but it’s something I’m happy to do if you’re comfortable with that.

Custom designs will be made available 24-48 hours prior to your appointment. If you are familiar with my work and are open to the collaborative process in studio, rest assured we will create something we both enjoy. Worst case scenario - we postpone to another day.

I do want to get on the same page with you so that we're both happy about the design, so if your design is especially large/complex, we will likely collaborate over a few drafts 1-2 weeks ahead of time.

I get it! Things happen. However, if you cancel within 72 hours, reschedule more than once, show up over 30 minutes late, or no-show, your deposit will be forfeited and a new deposit will be required to book.

Please cancel with as much notice as possible if you’re feeling sick with any communicable illness or have had an exposure. Illness increases the risk of infection and poor healing with your new tattoo since the immune system is already burdened.

I will happily touch up your tattoo within 1 year of its completion for free. There are so many variables that effect how a tattoo heals, especially large color packed areas, hands, feet, face, or thicker/more calloused areas. I want you to feel happy with your tattoo(s). ︎

No two bodies react to, or heal from, tattoos the same. Sometimes instead of overworking an area i'll wait to do it another time. We can always go back and add more; blowouts and scarring arn't so easy to fix. All I can do is try my best to learn from how the intital tattoo heals, which is why I really value feedback! Plssssss send healed photos in bright, diffuse lighting. ︎

Everyone prepares for and reacts to tattoos differently, so my general recommendations are as follows:

1. Minimize stress beforehand. No donating blood, benders, long camping trips, marathons, or things of this nature. Small things like being dehydrated or over-stressed can greatly affect the skin’s ability to accept ink; it is important to arrive grounded, rested, and well fed. Please take your time taking care of yourself and get in touch if you’re running behind!

2. No blood thinning agents like aspirin, alcohol, turmeric, or NSAIDS for 24 hours prior to your appointment if you’re able. If you are on perscription blood thinners or these things can’t be avoided, please let me know. Please be transparent about your pain tolerance so that pain management rolls can be discussed as needed.

3. Prioritize proper sleep, hydration, and moisturizing 1-2 weeks prior to your appointment. This prepares your skin for the trauma of a tattoo and makes my job exponentially easier. I will shave the area to be tattooed so don’t fret about getting a close shave (unless you are getting your head tattooed - in that case please see a barber for a full head shave 24-48 hours prior to your appointment). Please avoid applying spray tans and make up as well.

4. Wear loose, comfy clothing to your appointment and avoid any texturally abrasive materials, bag straps, etc on the area to be tattooing. Also try to be aware of where your skin bends/folds if you’re going to be sitting for long periods of time - excessive rubbing or sweating is a no-go for a peeling tattoo.

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