Design Fine-Tuning and Release Policy
To ensure a smooth, professional, and collaborative tattoo design process, the following policies apply to design fine-tuning, release, and alterations:
1. Agreement to Policies
By booking an appointment, the client agrees to all policies outlined in this website. These policies have been communicated with full transparency, and clients are encouraged to ask any questions before booking. An appointment is only confirmed once the deposit is paid.
2. Pricing Based on Work, Not Time
The pricing reflects the complexity, materials, and creative effort involved in your tattoo, not just the time spent. For instance, a simpler 5-hour piece may cost $500, while a more intricate design yet smaller could cost $1,200. This ensures each tattoo is valued fairly based on the artistry and resources required.
3. Consultation and Collaboration
I prioritize clear communication to understand your vision, preferences, and tattoo goals. Clients are encouraged to complete a detailed tattoo form and attend a consultation if required to ensure their ideas are fully captured. Open conversation helps me create designs that align with expectations.
4. Customized Tattoo Designs
Every tattoo is uniquely tailored to the client. Designs are kept a surprise until the appointment day to ensure they are presented in their intended form, incorporating both the client’s input and the artist’s expertise.
5. Design Fine-Tuning
Final adjustments to designs are made during the appointment to allow in-person collaboration and ensure the design fits perfectly with the chosen body placement. This approach fosters a more personalized and enjoyable communication to the tattoo experience.
6. Protecting Artistic Integrity
To maintain the exclusivity and originality of our designs, all artwork remains confidential until the appointment. This safeguards intellectual property and prevents designs from being copied or used without consent.
7. Cover-Up Tattoos
Cover-up tattoos require additional time, planning, and expertise. The cost reflects these complexities, such as designing to effectively conceal the existing tattoo while creating a visually stunning result. A cover-up piece has a higher cost equivalent to the challenge it poses to the artist and the expected work.
8. Managing Expectations
In-person discussions on the appointment day allow us to manage expectations effectively. This includes professional guidance, addressing concerns, and making necessary adjustments to ensure satisfaction.
9. Additional Work or Changes
Revisions beyond the agreed scope, extended time for approvals, or last-minute alterations will incur additional charges. These fees reflect the extra effort, time, and resources required. You will be informed by your artist if you're taking extra time that will impact your appointment. If you feel you need more time to make decisions please I recommend booking a designing appointment session and requesting a video call to align your ideas with the artist beforehand.
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10. Cancellation or Midway Termination
If a client cancels or decides to end the project halfway through the session, the full agreed amount for that appointment will be charged to compensate for the invested time, effort, and materials. If they decide to return to get it completed there will be extra charges to accommodate supplies, the effort invested, studio costs and the artist's time.
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11. Appointment Rescheduling
If appointments are divided or rescheduled at the client's request, additional fees may apply to cover extra preparation and supplies.
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12. Exceptions and Special Cases
Exceptions to this policy may be considered on a case-by-case basis at the artist’s discretion.
Please check the FAQ page, following the tab > tattoo > FAQ for more information and other policies.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. These policies are designed to ensure a professional, transparent, and satisfying tattoo experience while maintaining the highest level of artistic integrity. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to discuss them with me through the contact tab above.