"WHERE DO YOU WORK?":
I work at the esteemed Lighthouse Electric Tattoo. the address is level 1/45 Oxford street Surry Hills NSW AUS 2017.
"WHAT DAYS AND HOURS DO YOU WORK?"
I work from Thursday-Monday between 10:00am-5:30pm. I make exceptions for days if you are travelling from other states and countries depending on the situation.
"HOW DO I GO ABOUT BOOKING IN?":
I take enquiries for tattoo appointment bookings via EMAIL ONLY. Feel free to use the contact form on here to get in contact. If you're looking to get larger scale work; I will book you in a minimum of 5 full day sessions spread over a few months and go from there.
As tattoos do hurt; we can always negotiate certain amount of hours to make it easier for you financially and physically.
"WHATS THE GO WITH DEPOSITS?":
Deposits are required for every booking. A spot will not be reserved until a deposit has been secured. A deposit can be dropped off at the shop, although if you're from out of state or live more than 2 hours away from the shop a deposit can be transferred via bank or paypal. A screenshort of the transfer is also required.
A minimum deposit is $200.00 and $500.00 for a full day session. If you have multiple day sessions booked in; your deposit will only apply to your last session, otherwise you will have to pay a deposit for each session booked. A $50.00 drawing fee may be required depending on your booking. Deposits are NON-REFUNDABLE and cancellations within 48 HOURS of your appointment will incur a loss of deposit.
"HOW DO YOU CHARGE?":
Most tattoos are quoted to the individual design. The quote provided is based on a number of factors including the design itself, size and placement. full day sessions have a set price of $1200.00 this applies for large scale tattoos.
The minimum set up cost for a tattoo is $200.00
"CAN I PAY FOR MY TATTOO BEFORE MY APPOINTMENT?":
Unfortunately not. a deposit is to secure a spot for your tattoo; not to pay off your tattoo.
"HOW LONG WILL MY TATTOO TAKE?":
I get alot of people asking if i can finished their ____ in 2 days or a week etc. and the answer to that question is:
A tattoo takes as long as it takes.
I cannot promise you that I will finish your sleeve in 5 sessions or that your forearm tattoo tattoo will be done in a day; although I can promise I will try my hardest to make your appointments as time efficient as i can.
"HOW DO I PREPARE FOR MY APPOINTMENT?":
Before coming to your appointment; please be sure to have a good nights rest and eat a proper meal. I suggest bringing a sugary drink or snack with you.
Wear appropriate clothing; something that allows easy access to the area and is either dark in colour or not important. I would feel horrible if I was to get ink on a piece of clothing of yours.
"CAN I USE NUMBING CREAM OR TAKE CERTAIN MEDICINES TO HELP WITH THE TATTOO?":
Numbing creams are fine but please apply prior to your appointment. The best application for numbing cream I have found is to exfoliate the area with either a exfoliation glove or as simple as a hard rub with paper towel then apply the cream generously over the area and glad wrap the area as tightly but comfortably as possible. Do this 1-2 hours before your appointment.
DO NOT COME TO YOUR APPOINTMENT IF YOU ARE ON ANY PHARMACUTICALS THAT AFFECT YOUR COGNITIVE OR PHYSICAL ABILITY. If you arrive to your appointment completely off your head on pharmas I will send you home and you will lose your deposit. I do not put up with any of that.
"WHAT DO I DO AFTER THE TATTOO IS FINISHED?":
When your tattoo appointment is complete, I will either apply cling wrap or second skin depending on the person, placement and the tattoo itself. I will give you specific aftercare advice on the day of your appointment.
"I NEED A FEW TOUCH UPS ON MY TATTOO WHAT DO I DO?":
If your tattoo needs touch ups; they are for free within the month of your appointment. Anytime after this will incure a set up fee (conditions apply for those who have travelled.)