Question 1

How old do I have to be to get a tattoo?

Accepted Answer

In the state of Colorado you must be 18 yrs old without a legal guardian present. If a minor is wanting to get tattooed, we will go down to the age of 16 with proof of legal guardianship.

Question 2

What is required for proof of guardianship?

Accepted Answer

For a 16 yr old to be tattooed we need a state ID, school ID, or a passport of the child, and the signing parent must bring a matching State ID (addresses must match and last name) if the names and address do not match we will need the birth certiﬁcate for the child and it must be the original or a certiﬁed copy. The parent can also use a passport or any other federal accepted ID. please no social security cards, that is not a acceptable form of ID.

Question 3

How bad does it hurt?

Accepted Answer

Pain is subjective to the person getting the work done, but most commonly it will feel like a pinch or a heavy scratch and becomes more irritating the longer you sit for the work. The best answer I ever heard was ‘it feels like a cat scratch on top of a sunburn” but it all hurts...there is no pain free tattooing, even with numbing creams.

Question 4

Can I go swimming or tanning after the tattoo is done.

Accepted Answer

NO, the care of your new tattoo includes no swimming and tanning for 10-14 days. Plan your vacations accordingly. Not doing so, can result in permanent damage to the tattoo, or infection.

Question 5

Will you tattoo over damaged skin( sunburned, scratched, or rashes) ?"

Accepted Answer

NO we will not, if your skin is damaged by a sunburn, scratches, or rashes we must wait or reschedule your appointment when your skin is healed.

Question 6

Can I use numbing cream on my skin before I come in for my tattoo appointment?

Accepted Answer

NO, please do not use any form of numbing cream or ointment before your arrival. We have some approved cream we carry at the shop, and will use it upon request only. Failure to follow this instruction can result in loss of pigment, reschedule or damage to skin.

Question 7

Do you guarantee your tattoos?

Accepted Answer

We guarantee our work up to 6 weeks after the appointment, any touch-ups must be conﬁrmed by the original artist and scheduled before the 6 week limit is up. ( we must “see” the tattoo before your 6 week limit, touch ups can be done past the 6 week limit depending on scheduling)

Question 8

Will you tattoo faces, hands and necks?"

Accepted Answer

This is case pending, we will usually not tattoo what is called “visible zones” on minors, or even young clients under 30. But this is case pending and must be discussed with your artist.

Question 9

What kind of clothing is required for getting a tattoo?

Accepted Answer

Tattoo ink stains badly. Please do not wear any clothing around the area to be tattooed that is of any importance. We must have up to a 2 inch access around the area to be tattooed. So please come in dressed appropriately in comfortable and loose clothing.

Question 10

What kind of care does a tattoo require after it is done.

Accepted Answer

We will go over the care of your tattoo in detail and there is a separate page on this website dedicated to the care of your new tattoo. If you have any concerns please bring it up with your artist at the time of the tattoo appointment.

Question 11

I have to take blood thinners dose this aﬀect getting a tattoo?

Accepted Answer

Yes, blood thinners cause bleeding in excess. Which in turn can cause damage to the pigment. Please inform your artist if your currently taking blood thinners.

Question 12

I have a medical problem that might interfere with healing (type 1-2 diabetes, immune-comprised, low blood circulation, and skin issues like excema, or other skin problems)"

Accepted Answer

This is done or approved on a case by case basis, please inform your artist that you have a medical condition that may eﬀect your tattoo.

Question 13

How do you price tattoo work?

Accepted Answer

Price will vary depending on artist but most commonly we will charge by size and detail, so by the piece or session pricing. NOT BY HOUR. price is determined by size, detail, color, placement, and diﬃculty.

Question 14

What is your tattoo appointment and deposit policy?

Accepted Answer

We will take non-refundable deposits for all new clients, and appointments are recommended for large tattoo sessions and work. Our deposit policy is, all deposits are non-refundable but is applied to the price of your tattoo work. And the only way we keep the deposits and the client has to forfeit their deposit is a “no call, no show” and a total cancellation of their appointment by the client. All other reasons the client keeps their deposit with reschedules (up to 3 times) and if the artist has to reschedule appointment, all moneys will follow the client. We will allow transfer of moneys between clients in certain exceptions.

Question 15

Is it ok to get a tattoo if I’m sick?

Accepted Answer

No, your immune system is working to get you better, you do not need to tax it anymore. In this case please call to reschedule your appointment. And with the current COVID restrictions this is prohibited in any case.

Question 16

Can I shave before my tattoo appointment?

Accepted Answer

Please do not prep your skin before your appointment, if you cut or scratch your skin we will be forced to reschedule your appointment. You can take safe hair clippers to a very hairy area, that will help your artist prep the area to be tattooed. But that is all we suggest.

Question 17

Should I tip my artist?

Accepted Answer

Our artists work on commission, so any tips are greatly appreciated, and a tip lets your artist know you are very happy with the work.

Question 18

What is the best time of year to be tattooed?

Accepted Answer

Winter is usually better for limited traveling, swimming, sunburns, so this can be a case by case question. But most people who get tattooed often prefer winter for healing.

Question 19

How do I prepare for getting a tattoo?

Accepted Answer

We always suggest eat a meal before coming in for your appointment, wear appropriate clothing, and drink water. Bring something to help keep your mind oﬀ the tattoo being done like a tablet, phone, headphones, game or ﬁdget toy. Please no food or drinks, water will be provided. DO NOT drink alcohol, consume illicit drugs, and or use numbing cream before coming in. You will be rescheduled.

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