Body art is an intimate process, from the conceptualizing to the actualization; it is connecting with yourself, with your artist and the contexts that shape the craft. You should be able to explore your thoughts, ideas, and motivations. As it is a commitment to the process, you should also be able to research on tattoos, piercings, preparations and aftercare, the craft as a form of skin modification, placements and your artists. It is important that you find your vision aligned with your artists' art style, the techniques employed, the process of his/her work, and that you are open to the further development of your ideas in acknowledging that inking and piercing are collaborative works. In recognizing such process, we encourage you to also be able to consult with your artist.
know your tattoo
We categorize tattoo sessions according to different considerations (size, difficulty, inking time and placement, etc.) Prior to setting an appointment, you should have also finalized the necessary details for booking your tattoo/s; these include, but are not limited to, size, placement, design style, preferred dates and time, etc.
know your piercing
Prior to setting an appointment, you should finalize which piercings to get and familiarize yourself with the considerations and risks associated with the specific procedures and how they come to terms with your personal preferences.
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In consideration of special circumstances such as pain tolerance, incompatibility or a suggested better option for piercing/s according to ear anatomy, your artist will also be able to assist you prior to or during session.
minimal
A minimal tattoo is a blackwork piece or a simple colorwork that may be a letter/character, a text, a lineart, a one-liner or a simple illustration which may have minimal shading. It is sized at around 1x2,1x3, 2x2, 3x2, 3x3 or slightly larger. A minimal design would take an hour or less in inking.
non-minimal
Non-minimals are intricate lineworks and detailed blackwork designs. They are usually sized at around 3x3 or slightly larger. Some smaller designs with intricate detailing and some intricate colorworks may be considered as non-minimals.
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A session for a non-minimal tattoo may accommodate a few additional minimals.
large piece
Large pieces are intricate and detailed blackwork shoulder cuffs, sternum or thigh wraps and similar tattoos. The length is usually at around 5 inches or longer and the piece usually covers a relatively larger skin area. However, we also apply this category to smaller tattoos that take longer than 3hrs in session duration.
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A session for large pieces may accommodate additional minimals.
ear/body piercings
Anatomical compatibility for some types of piercings varies from a person to another.
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An initial piercing session is inclusive of standard jewelries for smooth healing. Jewelry replacement is subject to availability of jewelry. A session may accommodate 1-2 clients.
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Rates may be viewed here.