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I will not be able to reply to everyone, only those that have tattoo ideas that seem fitting for me.
Thank you for understanding!

    ***Booking Requirements and expectations for all tattoo clients***

    Correspondence & Communication:
    Emailing is my only form of communication. When it comes to requests that I need from you, booking dates, and confirming sessions, I must get a response in a reasonable amount of time, 1-2 days. Please make me a priority in your email, if using Gmail there is a VIP, Star next to my name, click that, it will turn gold. Then all of our emails will get filed in your VIP section. I am sure other platforms have similar. IF there is a lengthly delay in responding to my emails, I will be unable to work with you.

    Cancelation Policy:
    If there is more than one cancellation of your appointment, a second Non-Refundable retainer will be requested to continue booking. If more then 2 cancelations, I will be unable to continue with your piece. My time, dedication to your project is important to me therefore I need to work with clients that have the same dedication that I do.

    Drawing Preparation:
    For our first session, I will email you within the week of our scheduled session, to cover and finalize subject matter, placement questions etc. Please keep an eye out for an email from me before our sessions. I draw each piece a day or 2 before and the client see’s that drawing the day of. You will not get a drawing prior. I do not email out my art work. It is impossible to explain my intentions with just line work. Any alterations can be made the day of. Also note, some of the drawings are done on the skin freehand. NO curve balls, DO NOT expect me to do a cover-up without mentioning a cover-up, because laser is always needed before I can do any cover-up.

    If CoverUp is Required::
    That process is started with Jim our laser Tech, Blacksagelaser.com And has to be planned out in a timely manner so I will book you accordingly if laser needs to be done.

    After Care:
    I have my own aftercare for you, and products to support your healing. I will send out a prep email when confirming your first session. This will include aftercare and product suggestions. We can talk about what you will need to pick up to prepare for when you get home, we can talk other products if different ones work well for you. But I highly suggest you do not experiment on your own. It is my duty to make sure you follow aftercare, but it is ultimately up to you after you leave the studio.

    *Permission to use your images*
    You understand and agree that any art work created by Melis maybe photographed, recorded, and used by Melis for Portfolio display, printed materials, online platforms, social medias, product marketing, promotional usage, or any other marketing and artistic use in all media formats now known or developed in the future, throughout the universe. You grant Melis full permission to use, publish and distribute images of your tattoo or art work for these purposes without additional compensation. Always protecting the human body with respectful images.

    Day of Your Appointment
    Do Not arrive to the studio with Numbing Cream on. I will not be able to tattoo your skin, as toxicity to high % lidocaine products is a possibility.

    Payment Options:
    Payment is due upon the end of every session. I accept USD cash, Credit/Debit card (No checks or IOUs)

    No Children/No Guests during sessions:

    Tattooing requires full focus of the artist and the client. This requires a controlled environment with minimal if at all any outside distraction. (A snack runner is fine if they are dropping off things for you. Drop off and Pick up is also ok.)

    I am a Gratuity Free Tattooer, tattooing is already pricey, I do not accept tips.
     
    Tattooing Days are Tuesdays, Wednesday’s, Fridays and Saturdays.
    Tattooing Hours are as follows:
    •12:30-6pm first session
    •1-6pm OR 11-4pm every following session 

    Retainer Required: 
    Retainers must be sent by PayPal or Venmo ONLY. Retainers are non-refundable - no exceptions.
    A retainer is required for my design and drawing time, in-turn holds your name on my wait list, this gets you solidified and will be used to hold your booking dates when the time comes. Retainer Pricing will be given once I have a better idea of what to expect of my drawing process for your piece.