FAQ

How do I book an appointment?

Start by sending us a message through our inquiry form. Once we receive your request, we will follow up with you by email.

Email allows us to keep your reference photos, tattoo details, pricing, and appointment information organized in one place. In your inquiry, please include:

• A detailed description of the tattoo you are envisioning
• Any reference photos or inspiration
• The placement of the tattoo
• Your preferred size
• Whether you would like to book in Buffalo or Las Vegas
• Any other details that may help us understand your idea

We will complete the consultation by email, determine the estimated time and price, and help you select an available appointment date. Once your appointment is confirmed, you will receive a secure link to pay your deposit online.

What if I have a budget?

Let us know your budget in your inquiry. During the email consultation, we'll work with you to design a piece — or plan a session — that fits, and talk through options like adjusting size, detail, or scheduling multiple sessions if needed.

What are your rates and deposit policy?

Full-Day Session: $1,500
Half-Day Session: $750

A non-refundable deposit of 30% is required to reserve your appointment. The remaining balance is due on the day of your appointment after the session is completed.

Deposits will be forfeited when an appointment is canceled or rescheduled with less than 72 hours' notice.

Significant changes to the tattoo concept, placement, or size after the consultation may require additional sessions or a revised price. If the artist is unable to accommodate the requested changes, the deposit may be forfeited.

If you reserve a full-day session but your tattoo is completed within a half day, the difference will either be refunded or applied toward your next appointment.

What forms of payment do you accept?

Our preferred payment methods are:

• Cash
• Zelle
• Venmo
• Cash App

Credit and debit cards are also accepted when needed. All appointment deposits must be paid online through Stripe.

What should I do to prepare for my tattoo session?

In the weeks leading up to your appointment, focus on keeping your skin healthy, clear, and moisturized. Keep the area being tattooed out of direct sunlight and avoid tanning beds. Apply moisturizer regularly, but do not apply lotion immediately before your appointment unless instructed otherwise.

You do not need to shave the area. If the area has a significant amount of hair, you may carefully trim it with electric clippers. Avoid shaving with a razor, as it can cause cuts, irritation, or razor bumps. Your artist will prepare and shave the skin before the session.

The night before your appointment, get adequate sleep and avoid anything that may leave you dehydrated or feeling unwell. Eat a full meal before arriving.

For longer sessions, you may bring water, snacks, headphones, a book, or another quiet form of entertainment. Wear loose, comfortable clothing that provides easy access to the area being tattooed.

What are your aftercare recommendations?

Always follow the specific aftercare instructions provided by your artist.

If your tattoo has been covered with a temporary wrap, gently remove it after one to two hours unless your artist gives you different instructions.

Wash your hands before touching the tattoo. Gently clean the area using lukewarm water and antibacterial soap, then pat it dry with a clean, single-use paper towel. Do not scrub or rub the tattoo.

Apply a very thin layer of Aquaphor or another ointment specifically formulated for tattoo aftercare. For the first three days, wash the tattoo twice daily and reapply a thin layer of ointment. Wash it more frequently only when necessary, and treat the area carefully as it heals.

After the third day, switch to a fragrance-free moisturizer as the skin begins to dry or flake. Do not scratch, peel, or pick at dry skin or scabs. Continue moisturizing until the tattoo is fully healed, which generally takes approximately two to three weeks.

Until the tattoo is fully healed:

• Keep it out of direct sunlight
• Do not swim or soak it in pools, hot tubs, oceans, lakes, or baths
• Avoid scratching or picking
• Avoid clothing that repeatedly rubs against the area

Contact us by email with a clear photo if you have questions or concerns about how your tattoo is healing.