Frequently asked questions
🌈 Style & Subject Matter
I specialize in fun, bold, colorful tattoos! I offer a unique illustrative style and my favorite subject matter includes: animals, bugs, plants, flowers, mushrooms, crystals, sentimental/nostalgic objects, food and anything magical/witchy!
I generally don’t take requests for: black and gray, religious imagery, lettering, human figures/portraits, vehicles/machinery, architecture or trees/landscapes.
I do cover-ups/reworks on occasion, depending on the existing tattoo and desired outcome (please submit a custom form and include a picture of the existing tattoo). Same rates apply.
🗓️ Availability
I tattoo Tue – Sat by appointment only. Custom appointments generally start at 1 pm (small request / flash start times vary).
💵 Rate, Deposit & Payment
My rate is $200/hr with a 2-hr minimum (or a $200 flat rate for anything ~2” and under) + sales tax. I accept cash and cards through Square.
I require a $100 deposit to book + a $100 design fee for custom designs (3” and up). The design fee allows you to preview the design before you come in and may be waived in some cases. Deposits (including design fees) are 100% non-refundable and non-transferable.
Tipping is customary but not required (and there is no industry standard)—it’s a general indicator that you enjoyed your session and love your tattoo! Tips are appreciated in any amount and do not necessarily have to be monetary. (Tips are not subject to sales tax!)
🚫 Cancellations & Rescheduling
Your deposit only rolls over 1x with at least 1 week notice. (This does not apply to illness, unsafe travel conditions or medical/family emergencies unless you’ve had to reschedule more than once).
Reschedules/cancellations made within a week of your appointment will result in a forfeiture of your deposit and a new $100 deposit will be required to reschedule (if it isn’t an immediate reschedule, it’s a cancellation). Cancellations will result in a forfeiture of both your design and your deposit.
🧼 Appointment Prep
Stay hydrated, exfoliate and moisturize in the days leading up to your appointment
Avoid alcohol, caffeine and blood thinning pain killers (i.e. aspirin and ibuprofen) 24 hours prior to your appointment
Take a shower the day of your appointment
Do not apply any skincare products to the area you want to have tattooed (e.g. deodorant, lotion, etc.)
Do not use any topical numbing products!
Be sure to eat a full meal within 2 hours of your appointment
Bring water/snacks in case your blood sugar dips
Wear comfortable clothing that is appropriate for the area you’re getting tattooed (and something you wouldn’t mind getting ink on!)
Wear shoes that you can easily slip on/off
Bring a valid, current ID for the consent form
Bring anything else that would help you feel more comfortable while getting tattooed!
e.g. sunglasses if you are sensitive to light; headphones if you are sensitive to sound; a sweater if you run cold; a fidget if you are squirmy; a stuffed animal if you are anxious; etc.
🚘 Location & Parking
I have a shared private suite at Parlor Suites in Olde Towne East, Columbus. Space is limited so no surprise guests please!
There is an on-site parking lot off of Parsons Ave with limited reserved spaces marked “Parlor Suites” (5–13, 33–46) + 29–32 are shared spaces with ODP (please do not park in any of ODP’s spaces or you risk getting towed!)
There are usually spaces available but additionally, there are pay lots and free street parking in the area.
Parlor Suites parking map →
♿️ Accessibility
Our studio is ADA accessible and elevator-equipped but the entrance doors may require assistance (I'm happy to provide details and/or photos in advance!)
Masking is not enforced throughout the building and my suite is mask-optional. If you (or a loved one) are immunocompromised and you require extra precaution, please contact me ahead of time to discuss so I can better accommodate you!
💖 Inclusive Space
I do not tolerate homophobia, transphobia, racism or prejudice based on ethnicity, nationality, class, gender presentation or expression, language, ability, immigration status, disability, size, age or religious affiliation. Problematic language/behavior will be challenged and I reserve the right to terminate your project at any time.
