How do tattoo consultations work?
Your first step will be a consultation where you’ll discuss your idea with your artist; they’ll trace the area you want tattooed and create a drawing for you. You’ll likely come back at a later date for your first appointment (and to see your drawing – this takes time).
How do I ask my tattoo artist for a consultation?
Setting Up a Consultation You can do this by calling, emailing, or just stopping on by the shop. The consultation is a scheduled time for you to come in and talk to the tattooist about exactly what you want to get tattooed. Bring any references you might have with you to the consultation.
How do I get a tattoo consultation?
What Do You Bring to a Tattoo Consultation? Each tattoo studio will have its own policies, but you should bring plenty of information, and even designs if you have them. You will need to bring a reference photo of the artwork that you are planning to get and a placement photo of where the tattoo will be on the body.
Are consultations free for tattoos?
Our consultations are ALWAYS free. We love spending time getting to know you and the vision you have for your tattoo. If you decide you’d like to book an appointment with your artist after your consultation, we do take a $50 deposit (sometimes $100 for large pieces) to hold your appointment time.
Can you book a tattoo before 18?
You must be 18 or over to have a tattoo and Photo ID will be required on the day of your appointment.
How do I book a tattoo appointment?
You can book a tattoo appointment by:
- Going through the website booking point.
- Emailing an artist directly.
- Calling the studio or artist.
- Walking in.
What do you say when contacting a tattoo artist?
Be polite and straight to the point in your email. Tattoo artists don’t have much time between their tattooing work to spend time answering emails, so keep it short and provide them with useful information. Provide information like the style, colours, size and location that you want the tattoo.
What should you not ask a tattoo artist?
Here we go….
- What kind of design I should go for?
- Your services are expensive!
- Asking your artist to copy somebody else’s work.
- Telling your tattoo artists that you got drunk last night!
- Declining the appointment on the day of getting tattoo itself!
- Asking to bring too many friends or your pet.
Is it rude to ask tattoo price?
There are a lot of things tattoo artists want people who are thinking about getting inked to know. Trying to haggle the price of a new piece of ink can be insulting to tattoo artists. When getting a tattoo, respect the parlor and avoid touching equipment and other surfaces.
What to expect during a tattoo consultation?
During a consultation, you and your tattoo artist will sit down and talk about your tattoo design. This is a crucial aspect of the tattooing process and should be taken seriously. If you’re wondering how to prepare for your tattoo consultation, this article is going to cover a few key tips to help make sure you’re ready.
What should I bring to my Tattoo consultation?
Wear comfortable clothing that offers easy access to the body part getting the tattoo.
Does a tattoo consultation cost money?
It might cost you a bit of money, but in the long run can be really worth it. During this appointment you can get a feel for if you want to work with the artist. Discuss your design in detail and see if they can improve on your wants for the finished design.
How to prepare for a tattoo consultation?
– Have a design in mind before you make an appointment with a tattoo artist. – When thinking about a design, you should also consider its size. – Think of a design that you will be happy with in the future. – You can either have your exact design planned out or you could rely on your tattoo artist to create a custom design for you.