faqs

Tattoos

This is not a simple answer. Tattoo pricing is based on a few different criteria, they are as follows:

1. Size: How big is the tattoo you are looking to do, and if it is too small to be done properly, will you make adjustments as recommended by the artist? Sometime when a tattoo is done too small, problems arise. A little too small over the length of the life of a tattoo can cause severe problems. The image can become distorted through aging and sun damage as small open places in a tattoo will start to blend into the line work of the image creating a sort of "fuzzy" looking image.

2. Placement: Where do you want the tattoo? Some areas of the body are more problematic to tattoo and to heal than others. You may be urged by your artist to think about this regarding your tattoo placement. Areas of high friction, such as the sides of feet, hands, fingers and toes are prone to drop ink even when expertly applied. The other places, we will not recommend are areas of high motility, as in at the joints or anywhere that constant motion is unpreventable. All of these concerns are things that can potentially effect the overall look of your finished tattoo. There are also other factors regarding skin and how pliable it actually is, that will affect your cost. Places on the body that stretch out naturally also stretch the image we are trying to apply, usually increasing its size, and making it take longer to do the tattoo. Areas of intrest for this sort of scenerio are places like the lower back, hips, ribs, and necks.

3. Time: How long will it take your artist to actually do your tattoo? This one is pretty self explanatory. The more time that it takes, the more it will affect the price. How can you offset this in larger scale pieces? Many times larger pieces will be broken up into sessions, thereby breaking up the cost into smaller increments over several visits. This can afford you being able to get a larger tattoo without hurting you, or your budget.

4. Detail: How fancy, or realistic do you want the image to be? Certain levels of detail require far more time to perform as well as a great deal of focus. In these instances, the cost of your tattoo will also go up. Images that are photo realistic can be done, they are just going to require more of your artist, that means he will probably require more from you. If you want your image simplified, we can do that as well, this will often times bring the cost of your tattoo down. If you were to tell us that you had a certain budget, our artists will do their best to get you a tattoo to suit your needs.

5. Color: Do you want a colored image or just black and grey? This is probably the element that least affects the price of a tattoo. In larger scale pieces, color has far more bearing in the overall price. In a smaller tattoo, color will barely affect the overall cost. Remember that color can always be added later, so if you are indescisive about color or not, you are still in the clear.

We don't price our tattoos by the letter. We can make the letters of any name or word as simple or as fancy as you would like it.

Often times this will depend on the font, but many of our custom lettering tattoos are drawn out right in front of you, and then we will give you a price for the entire tattoo.

Yes, you certainly can. All that is required for us to do this for you is:

1. Bring us a few photos so we can go through together to select which one might make a better tattoo. Larger size photos are always prefered but there is alot that we can do with computers to improve a smaller photo.

2. Leave a deposit and set an appointment. Tattoos as detailed as a portrait require a little more time and initial work from the start, so often a day or 2 may be needed to fulfill your needs.

Anything can be turned into a tattoo. There are some adjustments that may be needed for turning your idea into a successful tattoo idea, but that is why we are here. We will help you refine your original design into something that is unique and just for you.

There is no extra charge for a custom drawing, however, there may be a required deposit. If we were to draw everything folks simple suggested, there would be no time for tattooing. Your deposit is always applied towards the cost of your total tattoo.

There is no better way to explain the experience than "It feels like a tattoo." Try it for yourself, it's all subjective. Everyone has their own unique experience and its always difficult to describe.

Piercings

Prices on piercings vary depending on what is to be pierced, but all of our pricing includes the jewelry, so there are no extra hidden expenses.

The jewelry that we use is high quality 316 lvm surgical stainless steel from a supplier that we trust and have seen consistant quality results with. We believe that a healthy piercing is far more important than a fancy ,sparkly, or dangly piece of jewelry. You will have plenty of time for whatever kind of jewelry you may want after your piercing is initially healed.

General

Sadly, no we cannot do this over the phone. You are however able to come in and get one in person as often times, a deposit to hold your appointment will be needed. Your time will be scheduled and your deposit is applied toward the cost of your tattoo. You do not have to pay extra to get the tattoo you want at your specified time.

Piercings for underagers are acceptable, as long as they are appropriate. Navel, tongue, ears, nostrils, lips, and eyebrows are all permissible. If your child would like to get pierced, there are a few things you will need to bring with you.

1. You and your child will need a state issued ID. It is also necessary that the address be the same for you and you child. Often times a parent has been remarried and the last name may be different, in this case, a birth certificate or guardianship papers in addition to some form of photo ID from both parties will be needed.

Tattooing minors in the state of Georgia is against the law. There are no exceptions, no matter what, no way, no how.

Not in this shop. We work very hard to maintain the clearest records possible for our well being as well as yours. We are professionals and pride ourselves on our work and our reputation. Ethics and a belief in what we do is our key to creating a professional shop we can all be proud of.

Yes, yes you can. We often have coupons listed in the Flagpole as well as with all our advertisements. Ask us about our $100 tattoo deals available from your favorite artist.

Why yes, come on in and we'll get you set up for you or your friends and family.



1035 Baxter St. Suite #B Athens, GA 30606 706-543-7628