Scheduling an appointment:​
I typically provide clients a link to book along with a quote for their project. unless we schedule during a consultation.
My working schedule changes every week, so regardless of your availability, you should find something that suits your schedule. If you don't see anything that works for you, let me know - I'm flexible!
Privacy Considerations:
I work in a shared studio that hosts another artist. His working schedule is typically Wednesday-Saturday, with the possibility of consults on Tuesday. By making an appointment with me, you are acknowledging that this is a shared space and while you may be the only client in the studio, this is not guaranteed.
If you would prefer a session where we are the only ones in the studio, a Sunday / Monday appointment is your best bet. If you need a private session, please select a Sunday/Monday appointment, and your privacy preference in the scheduling form.
It is your responsibility to communicate your needs/preferences ahead of time so I can do my best to accommodate and coordinate with my studio mate. I work very hard to be clear about what to expect prior to your appointment, but cannot make accommodations if I am not aware of your needs.
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*I may be able to ensure a private session on a different day of the week, but you must communicate that with me so I can coordinate with my studio mate for him to change his working days.​
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Tattoos and Menstrual Cycles:
If you menstruate, or have hormone fluctuations over a month without a period, please be mindful of when your Luteal phase / Period will be, or when you experience luteal phase symptoms! Our bodies get ultra-sensitive during this time, and no matter how tough you are or how wonderfully you normally sit, your body may not be in a place to get tattooed during that phase of your cycle. The stress / hormone fluctuations also affect the texture of the skin, and I have noticed consistently that people who normally have no trouble getting tattooed often have poor experiences druing this time, and their skin is not as receptive to the process.
If you are able to track your cycle, I highly recommend getting tattooed during follicular or ovulation phase. Steer clear of your luteal phase or menstruation if possible!
Mask Policy: A KN95/comparably rated mask is required while in the studio but may be removed for short snack/ water breaks
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Getting to your appointment: My studio is located near Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle, WA
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There is free neighborhood parking, a direct bus line from downtown, an Accessibility parking stall, and an elevator available for client use.
Please do not use the parking lot unless you are using the Accessibility stall. Detailed directions are included in your calendar invitation once you make your appointment, and a walk through video will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to your appointment.
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Guest Policy: Guests are not permitted without prior approval. This studio hosts another artist and space gets tight quickly. We also want to make sure that all clients feel comfortable and that their privacy is being respected, especially when getting tattooed in placements that may leave them more exposed. Exceptions may be made if you guest accompanies you for accessibility reasons or your guest is your ride from out of town. Please make note in your submission form if you need to bring a guest to your appointment.
Tattoos & Vaccines: Tattoos & vaccines/boosters are taxing to the immune system. Failure to allow adequate time between can result in slow/ poor healing outcomes or extreme adverse reactions.
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Plan for plenty of time between your appointment and vaccinations/boosters - A good rule of thumb is ~4-6 weeks, but please do you own research to decide your comfort level.
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It is your responsibility to give yourself enough time to fully recover from vaccinations/boosters before being tattooed, and vice versa.
If you have any general questions that have not been covered here, on the FAQ page, or on the flash or custom booking pages, please reach out via email or the contact page!