Frequently Asked Questions
If you don’t find your answer below, email me or call me at Westminster Tattoo Company. Apologies, but as of June 2020, I am no longer doing in person consultations and will be doing tattoos by appointment only on weekdays. Scroll down to view my new Covid-19 precautionary protocol.
How Can I Get Tattooed By You?
1. Can I make an appointment over the phone or by email?
Yes: IF we are mid project and you’ve already left a deposit.
No, if not.
New clients and new projects require a minimum of an $80 deposit and you can pay me securely via cash, credit, or debit card at Westminster Tattoo Company — pay in person or over the phone. Large scale projects may incur a larger deposit or drawing fee.
If you have any questions, the BEST way to get in touch with me is via email.
2. How soon can I get in your book? On average, I have a waiting time of 2-10 weeks. A deposit is mandatory to hold your spot for a tattoo appointment and will be deducted from the total cost of your tattoo.
3. What hours do you work? As of June 2020 my schedule is weekdays only.
4. Where do you work? As of July 2017, you can find me at Westminster Tattoo Company. We are located at 330 140 Village Rd #14 in the Fairground Village shopping center in Westminster, Maryland . If you’re familiar with the old Parks Landing restaurant or Starry Night Bakery, you know exactly where we are. Fairground Village Center is tucked just “behind” the big 140 Village Plaza home to Shoppers, Dunkin Donuts, and Big Lots.
5. Can I get a walk in tattoo? As of June 2020, we no longer offer walk in tattoo services, but we do offer same day appointments. I’m generally booked out, but never say never, right? If the stars are aligned and you happen to call the shop when I just so happen to have enough free time to make your tattoo, than, yup! But 99.9% of the time I am appointment only. When I am available, I announce it on social media like the Westminster Tattoo Company Facebook page.
6. What if I need to cancel my appointment? I require at least 2 business days notice via phone call to the shop (410 857-2342) and I will honor your deposit towards one rescheduled appointment provided you’ve cancelled w/48 hours. Deposits are non refundable ~ if you don’t show up because you forgot your appointment or you change your mind about getting tattooed~ consider your deposit forfeited.
How Much Does It Cost?
1. How much will my tattoo cost? It depends. If cost is a concern, please let me know during your consultation. There are always options and I will do my best to work within your budget provided the quality of the finished product won’t be compromised. I want you to have the best tattoo possible and sometimes that means waiting and saving up for it. My rate is $150 per hour for tattoos requiring more than one session w/the average sitting being 3 hours. Otherwise, I charge by the piece and cost is determined by size, location, amount of detail, and prep time. If we are doing a multiple session tattoo, your deposit will be deducted from your final session. Larger projects may require an additional drawing fee to be determined at the consultation. Drawing fees are also non refundable.
2. Do you charge for touch ups? Maybe. If the tattoo is less than 3 months old and you need the touch up because of something that I am responsible for (missed a spot, oops!), then by all means, it’s FREE. However, if you have neglected to care properly for your tattoo, whether it’s 2 weeks old or 10 years old, I will not give you a free touch up. Yes, I can tell the difference and yes, I will give you a fair price on the touch up especially if you’re getting more work from me.
Consultations
1. Does it cost anything? There is no fee for a consultation. I do request that you supply as much visual reference as possible because communication is key for a great tattoo! Always let me know where you want the tattoo, and if you’re working with a budget, please! If you decide to schedule an appointment, you will be required to leave at least an $80 deposit. Deposits are non refundable and will be deducted from the final cost of your tattoo. There may be additional fees if your tattoo requires a massive amount of prep work (research time/drawing time/art supplies) due to size or complexity. This non refundable fee is to be determined at the consultation and is not deducted from the cost of your tattoo.
Miscellaneous
1. Do you do cover ups? Yes, but I do not accept all cases “as-is”. Some require laser removal treatment for a better end result and some tattoos are just not possible to be covered with a good tattoo that both of us can live with 🙂 Cover up projects require in person consultations and can not be done via email, but you are welcome to send me preliminary photos in an email describing what you’d like to possibly do with it.
2. Where can I get laser tattoo removal? Isn’t it really expensive? I currently do not have any recommendations, I’m sorry! I do recommend that you ask for referrals and read reviews.
3. Will you do ANY tattoo? No, but if I can recommend another artist who may be more suitable, I will. If I think your idea isn’t going to work, I will tell you why and offer suggestions on how it can be better. Take a look at my portfolio, it reflects the type of tattoos that I enjoy doing the most, but if you don’t see YOUR idea in there, that doesn’t mean I don’t or won’t do it, just ask! I will say this, I do not enjoy doing tribal work at all, ever, unless it’s fancy and ornate like Maori or Polynesian. So if you are looking to get a tribal back piece, I’m not your girl.
4. How do I take care of my tattoo? I recommend a simple 2 week process of washing and applying ointment and a light hand lotion. I will give you more detailed instructions in person, post procedure.
5. Does my tattoo have to “mean something”? NO. It’s perfectly acceptable (and encouraged) to get tattooed strictly for the sake of decoration and adornment. If you think something is beautiful, put it on your body! When someone asks you what it means, you answer: “It means I have great taste in art!”
6. Do you tattoo minors? Nope.
