Our Policies
General Studio Rules
• Clients must be 18 years or older with valid government-issued photo ID.
(No exceptions, even with parental consent, unless allowed by law.)
• No alcohol, drugs, or intoxicated clients permitted on the premises.
• We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone for any reason related to health, safety, or conduct.
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Appointment & Booking
• A non-refundable deposit is required to book an appointment. Deposits go toward the final cost of the tattoo.
• Reschedules must be made at in advance in accordance with your artists policies to keep your deposit.
• No-shows or cancellations with less than enough notice will result in forfeiture of the deposit.
• Final pricing with your artist may vary depending on complexity, size, and time involved.
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Payments
• We accept [cash, card, Venmo, etc.—insert methods].
• Full payment is due at the time of service.
• Gratuity is appreciated but not required.
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Health & Safety
• All artists are licensed and follow bloodborne pathogens standards.
• All equipment is sterilized, single-use, or autoclave-cleaned.
• Do not come in sick—reschedule if you have symptoms of a cold, flu, or other contagious condition.
• Clients must follow aftercare instructions to reduce the risk of infection or complications.
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Tattoo Design & Changes
• All designs are custom and the intellectual property of the artist until the tattoo is completed.
• Minor design changes are allowed in accordance with the artists policies prior or and during the appointment.
• Major design overhauls may require a new deposit and/or reschedule.
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Liability & Consent
• Clients must sign a release and consent form before any tattooing begins.
• By signing, clients confirm they:
• Are of legal age.
• Are not under the influence.
• Understand the risks (pain, infection, scarring, allergic reactions, etc.).
• Have disclosed any medical conditions that may impact healing.
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Photos & Promotion
• We may take photos of your tattoo (with your permission) for our portfolio and social media.
• You may request not to have identifying features shown.
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Guests & Minors
• Only the client is allowed in the tattoo area (no children or extra guests, unless approved beforehand).
• Service animals are allowed but must remain outside of sterile areas.
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Important Notice
All clients are expected to treat artists and staff with respect. Harassment, discrimination, or abusive behavior will result in immediate termination of the session without refund.
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Policy Updates
These policies are subject to change at any time. The most current version will always be available in the studio and on our website.