Frequently Asked Questions
Where are you located?
I’m a resident artist at Safe in Your Skin Tattoo! Located at 3716 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont DE 19703.
Do you have a minimum price?
My minimum price is $100! This is to account for the price of my materials and my time. If you’re looking to get something very small, I’d suggest getting a few small ideas together to get done in one session!
Do you charge at an hourly rate or by the individual piece?
I charge based on the individual piece! When giving you a quote I will be taking multiple things into consideration, such as - complexity, placement on the body, design time, materials needed, etc.
Do you require a deposit?
Yes, I require a $100 deposit to schedule an appointment. The deposit affirms your commitment to the appointment date and time and will go towards the total cost of your tattoo.
Are deposits refundable?
No, deposits are not refundable. However, they can be transferable to a rescheduled appointment date as long as you contact me in a timely manner relative to your appointment date. This does not apply to no call no shows. For this reason, please only schedule an appointment if you are sure of your availability!
What if I get sick or have an emergency right before our appointment?
Unfortunately life happens and forces us off track. If I were to get sick or have a family emergency I would absolutely have to reschedule my upcoming appointments, and that’s exactly what I would expect of my clients as well! If something unavoidable comes up last second please let me know as soon as possible and I can get you rescheduled, with your original deposit still going towards the rescheduled appointment.
How long does the design process take?
The design process will vary based on the complexity of the design. My drawing time could be 1 hour for a very simple tattoo or 8+ hours for something like a half sleeve. Larger projects may be booked further out to account for the time needed to discuss and draw the design.
Will I get to see the design before my appointment?
It’s very common for tattoo artists to not share their designs before the time of the appointment. This is often to avoid having the design stolen and tattooed somewhere else, costing the original artist both time and money.
However, I do tend to share my design with the client before their appointment! I especially do this with more complex designs. I will often send a rough draft for review to make sure I’ve understood your vision for the tattoo, usually 1 or 2 days before the actual appointment.
Will your old flash be available?
All unclaimed original flash will still be available. Any previous flash Friday designs will be available upon request. I’m planning to have new designs and flash sheets out very soon!
Can I use numbing cream?
You can use numbing cream for your tattoo appointment, but you must provide your own and you MUST let me know beforehand. I heavily suggest you let me know in the “Questions + Comments” section of the booking form.