how do I book a tattoo appointment or consultation?
You can use the Contact Form Page or email me at midnightsmusetattoos@gmail.com
Please allow 3-5 days for a response.
Please ensure you include the following information:
• If you are travelling, some destinations I will ask you to book after when you are back
• If you are booking a custom tattoo or a flash piece
• Any references, photos or detailed descriptions
• Preferred placement and ideal sizing
• If there any tattoos, scars or skin conditions to be aware of
• Your availability, dates, times
• Your full name, email and phone number that will go into my booking system. You will receive an email conformation/receipt and I will try my best to always have a rough estimate or a final estimate for you.
a deposit is mandatory
Your deposit must be placed before I begin any design or booking, I will book a tentative date until the deposit is received. The deposit goes towards your tattoo, design and time slot. They are non refundable but you may reschedule for a future date. Multiple reschedules may result in a re-booking fee. You must cancel or re-book 72 Hours in advance to your appointment.
There is no consultation fee.
Deposits range from $50-$100, sometimes a deposit will be half of the tattoo price, I will always discuss this before hand with you if it is higher than stated here.
custom tattoo and flash designs
Flash pieces come at a set price, this can vary on placement, sizing and if there are to be more details/changes added to the design. Each tattoo flash will always have small adjustments made so each tattoo is unique. There is no claim to any of the flash pieces, meaning they can be done multiple times.
You are more than welcome to bring me your tattoo ideas! Please understand that small changes must be made to pieces not made by me.
Custom tattoo pieces are tailored for you, and will not be done again.
Your design will be sent out within 24 hours of your appointment, any major changes will be at your cost of $25/hr.
references
Sometimes I will ask for references, these are for me to get a feel for what you like, tone, mood, style, composition, etc. I will do my very best to transform that into something that can be made into a tattoo and is of original design. However I understand there are amazing art pieces out there, that you may want to get tattooed, so what I ask of you is to find the original artist and get their permission. I must be able to see email receipts and be able to contact the original artist myself.
before and during your appointment
• The night before: please refrain from any drinking, sleep well and stay hydrated, drink a healthy amount of water/fluids
• Eat well before your appointment!
• You do not need to prep the area, please do not shave or wax the area where the tattoo is going to be placed
• Dress comfortably for your appointment, you may bring snacks and beverages
• Please arrive sober. The use of alcohol or narcotics is not allowed while on the premises or while being tattooed
• Please arrive on time, or let me know if you'll be late
• Please try to be as still as possible as I do work with fine line and intricate pieces.
• You may read, listen to podcasts, make chit chat.. etc
• At times your positioning may not be the most comfortable for you but may be optimal for your tattoo, please let me know if you need to stretch or need to take a break
• Please be respectful of the studio and my station
• Any bullying, harassment, stalking of coworkers or myself will not be tolerated.
• TAKE CARE OF YOUR SKIN & MOISTURIZE! SO IMPORTANT!
Please ask about bringing a guest. They must be seated at all times and must be a minimal distraction not only to myself but other artists on the floor.
Touch Ups & After Care
Hands, fingers, and feet do to their nature and being known spots for fallout will result in either full price or the shop minimum. This is a common practice in the tattoo community. I will use my best discretion regarding a touch up fee.
Touch ups in other placements are no charge if done in a reasonable time frame, I usually advise 1-6 months, there can be many factors such as seasons, jobs and placement can effect your tattoo. Touch ups are normal, but please don't wait too long as you will want your tattoo to look consistent, after a certain period I will highly recommend a consultation to see the current tattoo looks and if it should be considered a rework.
A rework is considered if too much time has passed and your current tattoo will not match the touch up. Some examples of this are: if you have had a lot of sun exposure and the work has faded, or a fair bit of time has passed, different skin types, jobs, and after care can also play into effect.
I will however take all things into consideration before charging full price or a shop minimum.
Sometimes I will reach out regarding your tattoo and if it needs a touch up, please work with me to schedule you in for an appointment.
Please follow the after care provided, if it is deemed you have not followed it and a touch up is needed, either shop minimum, full price or a re-work fee will be applied.
After Care Instructions
• The second skin can be left on for 3-5 days. But no longer than 7 days. Certain areas and tattoos may differ. Certain jobs and seasons will also play a role in how long to leave the second skin on.
• If the second skin gets too close to the tattoo remove it, I would say about an inch or so. If any of the plasma/ink is coming out of the bandage also remove it.
• If it should come off sooner that's ok as well just follow the cleaning protocols. If you do remove the bandage sooner, please do so with the utmost care and patience.
• Remember before touching your tattoo to wash your hands first!
• Other bandaging can stay on for 1-2 hours and please follow the procedure from here:
• Remove the bandage in the shower or by using warm water and pull as close and slowly to the skin as possible. This helps to avoid the ink being pulled out. Be very patient. Do not put directly under water, splash small amounts on it.
• After the bandage is removed, use warm water and non scented soap. Soap should be in a pump bottle, avoid bars of soap. Very gently wash your tattoo and rinse thoroughly.
• Gently pat dry with paper towel. Your tattoo should be thoroughly dried.
• Do not rub dry. Do not use towels, tissues or cotton balls.
• Do this twice a day, for 3-4 weeks. When you notice it starting to dry up, get itchy, and or flakey add a very thin layer of vitamin e lotion, non scented as well. Some pieces may take longer or shorter to become scabby, itchy or flakey. Use caution about putting lotion on too soon.
• Do not reuse the second skin or the bandage you were originally given. Do not rewrap unless you have been otherwise advised and guided.
• Continue to keep it clean until fully healed!
• Avoid getting shampoo or scented soaps on it while showering. Avoid the gym, pools, and working out. Avoid exposure to the sun and any soaking like baths or hot tubs, wear loose fitting clean clothing, clean bedding is also highly recommended. Do not pick at the tattoo as it can pull out the ink. Avoid wool or scratchy clothing. Do not let anyone or pets touch the tattoo.
• I highly recommend using products like Trisan or Citaphil for washing, and Webber vitamin e lotion for healing.
• Avoid using Aveeno body wash/gels and Gold Bond Lotions, as they do contain ingredients like Dimethicone. This can form a barrier sealing in oil, sweat, dirt and moisture. Your tattoo needs to breathe, over moisturizing or using products like these can affect the healing of your tattoo. And not in a cute way.
Please reach out to me if you should need a touch up
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Pricing - Regarding Tattoo Flash or Custom Tattoos
Pricing is based off of sizing, detail, and placement. For instance your forearm is going to be a different price than a hand tattoo. The pricing of tattoos stays consistent with current pricing within the industry as well as location, details, size, etc
Discounts, special offers and portfolio pieces are given and done at my discretion. If you are working within a budget for your tattoo please let me know and I will most definitely put that into consideration.
Portfolio pieces are a mix of things I'd like to grow more as an artist and things I already know. Touch up policy remains the same regarding hands/fingers and other areas.
Some tattoos will be priced by piece and some by an hourly rate, sleeves tend to fall into the latter of the two.