APPOINTMENTS
If you’re looking to get a tattoo from JC, please read the information below carefully - if you are happy to proceed, email us.
CONSULTATION
- Describe your tattoo idea in full detail, and the location on your body where you would like the tattoo.
- Email the images that you would like to use for reference. These images are important because they will allow JC to properly visualise and design the tattoo.
- Please also send a photo of the location on your body where you would like the tattoo done.
- Note that JC will not copy other artists designs. you may send over references of other tattoos to help convey your ideas.
- It is important to make sure that the project is a good match for JC before we can discuss available appointment dates and accept deposits.
Design
- At the beginning of your first appointment, we will finalize and discuss your tattoo design. Not all designs are prepared prior to the session.
- If it is a larger or more complex project, however, this will all be prepared prior to your appointment and as discussed in your consultation period.
- Drawings are usually done 2-3 days before appointments and you may request a preview. Sometimes this is not always possible depending on projects
pricing
- Our standard rate is £550 per day and JC’s average session is usually around 5-6 hours.
- Larger projects such as full sleeves, back pieces, and others may take 6 to 8 sessions depending on variables such as skin type, the size and detail of the tattoo, and other factors not listed here. As this is an artistic project, there is no way to guarantee the exact amount of sessions a tattoo will take upfront – every project and person is unique.
- Smaller tattoos require the minimum of £90 – Anything that is larger will be priced on an individual basis.
PAYMENT AND DEPOSITS
- Payments are due immediately at the end of each session.
- A deposit is necessary to secure your appointment – this is £90. Deposits are non-refundable. The deposit serves to reserve all your booking dates and will be applied to the final tattoo session if the project requires multiple sessions. If it is a single session, it will be applied to that instead.
- If you need to change the date of your appointment due to unforeseen circumstances, you must let us know at least 7 days prior to the session so we can rearrange our schedules. A new deposit will be required to continue working together if you cancel or reschedule with less than 7 days’ notice. You can reschedule your appointment only once without losing your deposit.
- Once we agreed on all the details regarding your tattoo project we will send you the instructions on how to pay your deposit.
APPOINTMENT
- The tattoo session will usually start at 12pm.
- Clients only. At this time we cannot permit any guests or visitors to be present during appointments. Any visitor other than the tattoo client will be asked to wait outside the building until the tattoo appointment has concluded. Our waiting room areas are closed at this current time.
- Make sure to be well-rested before coming into the appointment and eat a meal beforehand to prevent low blood sugar issues. To prepare for the tattoo itself, we request that you shave the area you are getting tattooed, but please be careful not to cut yourself. Please moisturise the area daily prior to getting your tattoo. Ideally this would be for 2 weeks and will help with the outcome of your tattoo.
- Please do not drink alcohol for several days prior to your session – this may cause excessive bleeding during the session and cause an issue with the healing process.
- Make sure to wear comfortable clothing that helps with the tattooing process – if you’re getting a tattoo on your arm, a tank top or sleeveless t-shirt will be helpful – if you’re getting a tattoo on your leg – it’s better to wear shorts.
- Please bring your own lunch and snacks, or there are plenty of options on St James Street. Tattoos are much less painful and your artist is able to work more proficiently when the body is nourished and fed. We have a microwave free to use at any time.
- Please bring your own water bottle. The studio provides drinking water to refill bottles, as well as complimentary coffee and tea.
- If you are late, you must inform us via email or call the studio at 01273 933420. If you are more than 30 minutes late without any notification, the session will be canceled without any refund.
- If you do not show up for the appointment – you lose your deposit and we will not be able to work together.
HEALTH CONCERNS AND CONDITIONS
- As for any health problems, allergies, and contraindications – please warn us about this in advance.
- For your protection and the safety of others, you are required to notify us ahead of time if any of the following applies to you:
You have felt ill or been exposed to other individuals showing symptoms of illness within the past 14 days.
You have traveled within the past 14 days.
You have previously tested positive for Covid-19.
- Upon your arrival at the studio, we will confirm that the information on your waiver is correct. We will then acquire a photo of your government issued ID for our records. Proper forms of identification include your driver’s license or passport. If you show any other active symptoms like sneezing or coughing, we will assist you with rescheduling your appointment.
FINAL NOTE
- Your deposit and the waiver being signed will be understood as agreement to the entire policy above, and in doing so you agree that you will not be refunded the deposit for any reason whatsoever.
- It is essential that you include your idea, reference pictures and a photo of the location on your body where you want the tattoo. If you do not include this, we will not be able to get back to you.
- We make sure to respond to emails as soon as possible but we receive many inquiries. Please be patient and we will reply to you as soon as we can.
F.A.Q.
Here is a brief section you may be interested in.
JC primarily specialises in black and grey. On request he can use a small amount of colour to accent certain areas of the tattoo.
Yes! But in the best possible way. But your body releases endorphins when you go through pain. Its very similar to a scratch when you have sunburn, but you’ll kinda like it. JC is known for being very light handed.
It takes around two weeks to ‘heal’ but everybody is different. But it takes at least a month or longer for the skin to fully regenerate.
Cash on the day. Paypal or bank transfer for deposits.
Yes our inks comply with EU standards and regulations. They are also vegan.
There are many variables when it comes to tattooing and its always best to stay as consistent as possible.
In order to help with this please moisturise the area you are getting tattooed as early as possible. Ideally this would be daily for two weeks.