Tattoos
Tattoo styles, prices and aftercare
Everything you need to know before your appointment: the styles we tattoo, how booking and deposits work, example prices and how to look after your new tattoo.
Tattoo styles
Find the style that fits your idea
Not sure what to ask for? Show your artist a few pictures you like and they will suggest the style, size and placement that suits it.
Fine line
Delicate single-needle line work, small botanicals and minimal designs that sit softly on the skin.
Traditional
Bold outlines and a classic palette: roses, swallows, daggers and panthers that read clearly for years.
Blackwork
Solid black, dotwork and geometric patterns, from small symbols to full sleeves.
Colour
Bright or soft colour pieces, planned with you so the palette suits your skin tone.
Cover-ups
A new design drawn to hide or rework an old tattoo. Bring photos to your consultation.
Lettering & script
Names, dates and words in a hand-drawn script. We check spelling with you twice.
Custom design
Your idea, drawn from scratch by your artist and refined with you before the tattoo day.
Flash & walk-in days
Ready-drawn designs from our flash sheets, on the days we take walk-ins.
Booking & deposits
From first idea to fresh ink
1
Free consultation
Meet your artist in the studio or by video call. Bring reference pictures and tell us the size and placement.
2
Pay a deposit
A $50–$100 deposit holds your date and covers drawing time. It comes off the price of your tattoo.
3
See your design
Your artist shows you the drawing before the day, or on the day for flash, and adjusts it with you.
4
Tattoo day
Eat first, bring your photo ID and wear comfy clothes. You go home with written aftercare.
Sample deposit policy: deposits are non-refundable, but you can move your date once with 48 hours’ notice.
Prices
Clear prices, agreed before we start
Studio minimum (small pieces)
$100
Fine line, palm-sized
from $150
Flash designs
from $150
Custom work, hourly
$140 / hour
Full day session (6 hours)
$750
Cover-up consultation
Free
Example prices. Your artist confirms the price of your design at the consultation, before you pay a deposit.
Deposits & payment
A deposit of $50–$100 books your date and is taken off the final price. We accept:
Cash Debit & credit cards Apple Pay Google Pay Gift vouchers
- Price agreed at your consultation
- Large pieces split over several sessions
- Tips are welcome, never expected
Aftercare
Looking after your new tattoo
A simple routine for the first weeks. You also get printed instructions on the day: always follow what your artist tells you.
Day 1
Keep the wrap on
Leave the wrap on for as long as your artist told you. Then wash gently with clean hands, lukewarm water and a mild, unscented soap, and pat dry with a paper towel.
Days 2–4
Clean and thin
Wash two or three times a day and apply a very thin layer of the aftercare product your artist recommended. Let your skin breathe.
Days 5–14
Hands off
Flaking and itching are part of healing. Do not pick, scratch or peel. Skip swimming, baths, saunas and strong sun.
After 2 weeks
Protect the colour
Keep moisturising and use a high-SPF sunscreen once the skin has closed. Book your free touch-up check if anything looks patchy.
This is general guidance, not medical advice. If you notice heat, spreading redness, swelling or anything that worries you, contact a doctor or pharmacist.
FAQ
Questions before your tattoo
Still not sure? Call the studio or ask at your free consultation.
How old do I need to be?
You must be 18 or over, with no exceptions, even with a parent. Bring a valid photo ID to your consultation and your tattoo day.
Does it hurt?
Most people feel a scratching or stinging that is easier to handle than they expected. It varies by person and placement: bony spots like ribs, feet and spine are usually more sensitive. You can ask for a break at any time.
How much will my tattoo cost?
It depends on size, detail and placement. Small pieces start at our studio minimum and larger work is priced by the hour. Your artist confirms the price at the free consultation.
Why do you take a deposit?
The deposit holds your date and pays for drawing time. It comes off the final price. You can move your date once with 48 hours’ notice.
Can you cover up an old tattoo?
Often, yes. Bring clear photos to a consultation: the new design usually needs to be larger and darker than the old one, and some tattoos need a few sessions.
How should I prepare?
Sleep well, eat a proper meal, drink water and avoid alcohol the day before. Wear clothes that give easy access to the area, and tell us about allergies or medication.
Got an idea? Let’s draw it
Book a free 20-minute consultation in the studio or by video call. Bring your references, and we will talk size, placement and price.
Clients must be 18 or over. Photo ID required.