Frequently Asked Questions
Please peruse these frequently asked questions before sending a booking inquiry, as my pricing and other booking policies are all covered here.
Q: How much will my tattoo cost?
A: My minimum starts at $150. From there, I price based on size, placement, technical complexity, and the level of detail of the design. I will provide a price estimate once given a detailed description of your idea, the desired size (in inches), and placement on your body.
Q: How do I book a tattoo with you?
A: You can submit a booking request my booking form (preferred), or send me a DM on Instagram (@amelia.tattoo.art). Once I review your idea, I’ll reach out with next steps if it's a good fit!
Q: What kind of projects are you/aren't you taking on?
A: Currently, I am looking to book mostly anime, manga, video game, and other pop-culture related designs in the fine line, black-and-grey illustrative style. I am open to adding small pops of color in an otherwise all black-and-grey piece, but I am no longer doing full color pieces. I am also open to tattooing other subject matters in the fine line and illustrative styles, provided they align with my interests. Please check out my portfolio for visual examples of the kinds of work I enjoy doing. If you're unsure whether your idea aligns with my style, feel free to submit an inquiry anyway and I will take a look!
Q: Do you require a deposit?
A: Yes— $100 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your appointment. It goes toward the final cost of your tattoo. Please be advised that your appointment time is not held until the deposit has been paid. I will hold the appointment slot for 24 hours; if the deposit is not paid within that time frame, I will release the slot again.
Q: What's the purpose of a deposit?
A: The deposit reserves your appointment slot and also acts as compensation for my drawing/designing time if the appointment gets canceled. Deposits also help discourage no-call no-shows.
Q: What forms of payment do you accept?
A: I accept cash, Venmo, or Zelle only.
Q: What’s your rescheduling or cancellation policy?
A: The deposit is non-refundable for cancellations, but will cover one (1) reschedule; additional reschedules after that will require a new deposit. I require at least 48 hours notice for rescheduling. Late reschedules or no-shows will forfeit the deposit. For reschedules, the new reschedule date must be chosen within (7) days of the reschedule request in order to rollover the deposit. I cannot hold rescheduled deposits indefinitely.
Q: Why do you require a 48-hour notice for rescheduling in order to not forfeit my deposit?
A: The 48-hour notice allows me time to find another client to fill the appointment slot that is now left open. It is incredibly difficult to fill an open slot within 48 hours or less time, and as tattoo artists, we do not get paid if we don't tattoo, so it is important that we are able to fill empty slots in our schedule. The forfeited deposit (when given less than a 48 hour notice) is to compensate for the money lost from the open appointment slot.
Q: Where are you located?
A: I am located at T & Honey Tattoo Club in Englewood, CO.
Q: What time should I show up for my appointment?
A: You can show up right at the time we reserved for your appointment -- no need to come in early (though if you do get there a little early, that's totally fine!). If you are running more than 10 minutes late, please reach out to me and let me know. Barring emergencies or other extenuating circumstances, I will allow up to 30 minutes past the appointment time before it is considered a no-show and your deposit will be forfeited.
Q: Can you sketch me a design first, and then I'll book it if I like it?
A: No. I only start the drawing and designing process after the deposit has been paid and an appointment time has been set. I am happy to discuss and brainstorm ideas with you through email/messaging before you book in, but I wouldn't be sketching or designing anything prior to the deposit being paid.
Q: Can I see the design before my appointment?
A: Your final design will be shared with you at the beginning of your appointment on the day of; minor tweaks and adjustments can be made at that time. I do not send finalized designs before the appointment. In certain circumstances, such as if the piece is a very large-scale, complex, custom design, I will send a rough draft/sketch a week before the appointment for revision. Any revisions made will not be sent back over; we will go over them on the day of the appointment. If major design changes or a complete redraw are requested at the time of the appointment, we may need to reschedule and the deposit will be forfeited. Therefore, the more specific and detailed you are in your design request, the better.
Q: Why can't I see my finalized design before the appointment?
A: This is because, unfortunately, some individuals take advantage of being sent their final design beforehand in that they may cancel/no-show their appointment and take the design to get it tattooed somewhere else.
Q: Do you do reworks or cover-ups?
A: I typically do not offer reworks or cover-ups, unless the original tattoo is very small and faded, as my style (fine line, soft black and grey shading) doesn't fit well with most cover-ups.
Q: Do you tattoo hands and fingers?
A: At this time, I'm not accepting hand or finger tattoo requests as these areas tend to heal unpredictably and often require more upkeep than other placements, particularly with the fine line style.
Q: Can you tattoo minors?
A: No, unfortunately I cannot tattoo anyone under 18 years old, even if they have parental consent.
Q: What should I do to prepare for my appointment?
A: Eat a good meal, stay hydrated, avoid alcohol the day before, and get a good night’s sleep. Moisturize the area to be tattooed beginning a week before the appointment. Wear comfy, dark clothing and make sure the area being tattooed is easily accessible, keeping in mind that ink may stain clothing. For longer sittings, feel free to bring water, snacks, and headphones or entertainment. Please do not apply numbing cream before the appointment. I have my own light numbing wash that I can use (only after linework is fully completed) if needed.
Q: Do you do touch-ups?
A: Yes—free touch-ups are offered within 6 months of your appointment for natural fading and fallout. Imperfect healing due to poor client aftercare and certain predetermined high-fade areas may be subject to a touch-up fee.