LEGALITIES:

• Any person wanting to get a tattoo must be 18 and over.
• Parental consent does not overwrite Victorian state law. The answer is NO.
• Strictly no children under the age of 16 are allowed in the studio.
• Alcohol and drugs are not permitted in the studio at any time.
• Completing the consent form before we start is a legal requirement.  

PRICING:

• Guessing the cost of a tattoo is like guessing how much a bag of groceries is worth.
• A quote is an estimate only and may not accurately reflect the final cost.
• I charge AU$180 per hour, and the tattoo takes as long as the tattoo takes. 
• I don’t care if someone else can do it cheaper.

DESIGNS:

• The design and stencil are complimentary, provided we complete the tattoo.
• My design and stencil service are not a charity. Be timely and specific about what you want.
• Provide as many quality resources as possible that show me your ideas.
• I commence the design process 2 weeks prior to the appointment.
• Deposits will not be refunded if I have started the design, completed or not.

DISCOUNTS:

• Asking for a discount devalues the quality of my service and my work.
• Discrediting my efforts and commitment is rude, and I will instantly dislike you.
• Anyone who asks for, hints at, or implies ‘discount’ I will increase the price, not lower it.
• Although it is far more likely that I’ll simply choose not to have you as a client.
• My commitment to delivering quality is limited to considerate and respectful people.

DEPOSITS:

• Deposits are deducted from the price of the tattoo upon completion of the entire tattoo.
• With 3 days or less notice to reschedule, you will incur a 50% loss of your deposit.
• With 24hrs or less notice provided, you will incur a 100% loss of your deposit.
• You will then be required to pay 50% of the tattoo estimate upfront as your next deposit, before re-booking.

CANCELLATIONS:

• I understand life happens; all I ask is to be informed in a timely manner.
• Changing your mind about the design last minute is considered a cancellation.
• You’ll be required to pay another deposit for me to start your new design.
• Anyone who does not show up for their appointment without notice will not be welcome back.
• Be organised and notify work about your absence. Getting called into work is no excuse to take a day’s worth of income out from under my family!

COMPLETION:

• Tattoos are finished when I say they’re finished, not when you are content or satisfied.
• You’re representing my name with my work, and it must be done to MY satisfaction.
• We’re not moving on to another tattoo until I am happy with the previous tattoo.
• I wouldn’t even bother starting a tattoo at all if I don’t get to be proud of the result.

TOUCH UPS:

• It can be difficult to get a tattoo right first time, I’m working on skin, not paper.
• A touch up, revisit or second coat may be required, it’s not merely for its own sake.
• Below the wrist / ankles skin exfoliates at faster rate and I can’t guarantee the result.
• I charge a material fee for touch ups on hands / fingers / toes / feet, they are NOT free.

APPOINTMENTS:

• I start charging from the time we agreed your appointment to start, not when you rock up.
• Freehand and stencil alterations are labour, I charge from the time our appointment starts.
• Wear appropriate clothing, I will not be responsible for your clothing getting ink on them.
• Be sure that the clothing you do wear enables easy access to the areas being tattooed.

PROCESS:

• Tattoos hurt, but I try to make the experience as comfortable as possible.
• The result of your tattoo depends on you as well, it’s a team effort of endurance.
• I can feel every move you make, even when you’re typing on your phone.
• Moving around to check on the tattoo progress slows my workflow down significantly.
• The more still you can be throughout the process, the more efficient I can work.

SUGGESTIONS:

• Bring some snacks and a drink to stay hydrated and keep your blood sugar high.
• A refrigerator is available for you store food if necessary.
• Feel free to create a playlist of your own and we can have it on while we do the tattoo.
• You may also bring headphones to enjoy your own music or movie on your device.
• Wi-Fi is available, so just ask and hook up your streaming applications if you wish.
• Don’t get sunburned leading up to the tattoo session.
• Don’t have fake tan on the area you’re getting tattooed.
• Get ample sleep the night before your tattoo appointment.
• Stay sober the night before your tattoo appointment.
• Make sure to have a hearty breakfast before you arrive.  

FAQ’S:

• Yes, I do cover ups, but only if I believe the result will be satisfactory.
• Yes, I tattoo hands / fingers and feet / toes if I feel the result will be satisfactory. 
• Yes, I am registered and approved to tattoo by the Cardinia Shire Health Department.
• Yes, I am a registered business with an ABN (95 713 248 829).
•  Sorry, I don’t tattoo any of the following styles at all:
  Tribal
  Mandala
  Geometric
  Knotwork
  American Traditional
  Japanese Traditional
  Arm / Leg Bands
  Script on the Ribs