What to expect
Before our appointment
Be sure you’re well-rested and hydrated in the days leading up to your appointment. Apply lotion and sunscreen regularly. Avoid consuming alcohol or drugs for at least 24 hours. Have something to eat beforehand and feel free to bring snacks with you.
Wear comfy clothes in black or with pattern. I try to be careful but accidents do happen. Feel free to bring a change of clothes that allows better access to the area you’re getting tattooed.
If you are not feeling well – specifically, if you are experiencing flu-like symptoms – let me know as soon as possible to reschedule or cancel your appointment.
During the appointment
While masking is longer required, it is highly recommended. If you haven’t already decided on the tattoo size and placement, we can play around with both before we start tattooing. Folding screens, dental bibs, medical tape, and nipple covers are available for your comfort and privacy.
A session may last several hours. We may take a few breaks to stretch, have a snack, or use the bathroom. I would love for you to advocate for yourself and make your needs known. Don’t be afraid to ask questions or for more clarification.
Aftercare
Try to keep the second skin bandage on for 3-4 days. You may shower and exercise with it. Soaking or excessive sweating will cause the bandage to lift, so take it easy the first few days.
Remove the second skin under running water. Peel it from the top, fold it on itself, pull it down and away from you. For any other type of bandage, you may remove it at the end of the day. Wash the tattoo with unscented soap and water, pat dry with a clean towel, and apply a thin layer of unscented lotion.
Wash, dry, and lightly lotion at least once a day for 2 weeks. No swimming, soaking, saunas, direct sunlight. It is natural for the tattoo to scab, peel, and itch — do not scratch it. After the 2-week period, wear sunscreen on your tattoo if you are out in the sun.
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Minimum for flash is $250 and minimum for custom is $300. Tattoo price varies depending on size, complexity, and number of colors used. A 3- to 4-inch piece may range from $400 to $700+.
For large-scale pieces, I recommend breaking it up into multiple half-day (4-5 hours) or full-day sessions (6-7 hours). The number of sessions and rates will be discussed and determined on a project basis.
A non-refundable deposit of $210 ($200 + taxes & fees) is required to book an appointment. This $200 deposit will go toward the final cost of the tattoo. If I quoted you $500, the remaining balance due at your appointment will be $300.
The non-refundable deposit compensates me for my time consulting, corresponding, and drawing. If you need to cancel or reschedule, please let me know at least 10 days before our appointment.
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When books open, a booking link will go live on this website. I will also post the link on IG. Please be as detailed as possible in the “TATTOO DESCRIPTION” section. Include approximate size in inches, placement, and color preferences.
You may upload up to 5 reference photos, such as screenshots of a flash design, inspiration images, previous work I’ve done, and/or photos of the placement on the body.
After we review and accept a submission, we’ll send a link to pick a time through Square Appointments. This will require you to input payment info to pay a $210 deposit.
Appointment slots have set start times of 10:30 AM and 2:30 PM. Start times, dates, and duration may be subject to change to accommodate different tattoo requirements.
Please allow 7 days for a response and check your spam folder before following up.
If you have not heard from us after 7 days, I did not select your project. Please do not take it personally and try to submit the next time around with a proposal that might be a better fit stylistically or subject matter-wise.
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Yes, they are unless otherwise stated or until I retire them.
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Vases, trees, landscapes, whimsical flora & fauna, food, Chinese/Asian motifs, abstract shapes, word play, and visual puns.
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Yes. I try to send the designs for your review the day before our appointment and am happy to make one round of edits.
Any additional edits may incur a redrawing fee of $50.
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For the remaining balance due at your appointment, I accept payment by cash, Zelle, or credit card only. There is a 5% sales tax and fee applied if paying by card or Zelle and none if paying by cash.
There's an ATM to your left between the first set of double doors when you first enter the building. If that machine is out of service, there’s one at the deli on 122 Franklin Street, between Noble Street and Milton Street.
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Please let me know at least 10 days before the appointment if you need to cancel or reschedule our appointment so I may offer the time slot to someone else. One free reschedule is allowed, which will carry over your original deposit. A second reschedule will require you to book a new appointment and pay a new deposit.
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I work out of Yarrow Studio in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. The closest train station is Greenpoint Avenue on the G-line. Exact location and directions are included in the automated emails from Square Appointments.
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There is limited street parking and it can sometimes take a while to find a spot, so please plan accordingly.
There is a paid parking garage on India Street off of West Street called MPG Parking. Call ahead for hours and rates: (347) 916-1270.
If you plan to bike, there are posts in front of the building where you may lock up your bike.
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Please come alone to your appointment. To ensure everyone’s comfort and safety, we are trying to minimize the number of people in the space at any one time.
Those with disabilities who need assistance are exempted. Please let me know in the form or email if I may assist you in getting to the studio. There is elevator access but there are some heavy doors and uneven ground.
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Email wichybooks[at]gmail.com to schedule your free touch-up or color test.