FAQs

  • Most larger pieces are done at an hourly rate of $200 an hour. However, price may increase depending on the placement of the piece, the complexity of it, or the skill required to do it. I have a $250 minimum for all appointments.

    All other tattoos are priced based around size, placement, and skill.

  • No, I do not.

  • No, but I allow plenty of time for adjustments the day of the appointment. I offer in-person consultations upon request to help clear up any details about the project, or to discuss design options as well.

  • I try to do them once or twice a month, and always post about upcoming walk-ins on my instagram @elm.jpeg . Turn on my post notifications to be the first to know!

  • No! I usually do pieces brought in, but they are small and not too complex. Flash is always available.

  • Some flash is designed to be tattooed more than once, like flash sheets made for friday the 13th or special events. Otherwise, I will state whether a piece is repeatable or not, and label if it is taken with AVAILABLE/UNAVAILABLE.

  • If you are getting a fineline tattoo, please take care of your skin. It affects the healing process, and application of the tattoo a lot.

    For most people this means applying lotion regularly the weeks leading up to the tattoo. If you have a specific skin concern, please let me know before the appointment date.

  • No, most artists actually prefer that you do not because of the risk of razor burn/bumps and irritation in the area. Fineline tattoos especially are affected by the quality of the skin.

  • No I do not have a cancellation list, instead I always post about openings in my books to my Instagram stories. You can follow me @elm.jpeg and turn on post notifications to be the first to know!