
Sarah Hlavaty
Tattoo | Digital | Fine Art
Frequently Asked Questions
What is your tattoo rate per hour?
My hourly rate is $200/hr with a minimum of $100. I work efficiently, and am focused on giving you the high quality tattoo you're looking for. There is no charge for consultations - if you need to discuss ideas, questions, etc about what you're planning for your tattoo, write me an e-mail!
How do I book an appointment?
I book appointments for consultations and tattoos via e-mail. Consultations are no charge. After necessary details and an appointment date are discussed, a nonrefundable booking fee is required to finalize booking a tattoo appointment. The fee goes toward the overall payment at the respective session.
**I require 72+ hours advance notice to reschedule so that I can fill my calendar as needed. No call/No shows, late reschedules, and cancellations will result in a total loss of all fees paid.**
How do I get my tattoo design started?
A consultation is required first, which I'm currently doing over e-mail. I need to know:
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General concept of your idea, along with any reference pics for color, linework, style requests, etc.
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Photo and written description of location you want the tattoo - I can draw directly onto these for design layout and sizing references. Please include the written location along with the photos - they're sometimes sent in reverse camera, and I need to make sure I'm designing for the correct side.
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Size of the tattoo (inch x inch) of the full area/s you want the tattoo to cover
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Health-related concerns?
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Any other questions or concerns you might have about the process?
Do you take walk-ins?
No - I work by appointment only and request that you contact me several weeks before you'd like to have the tattoo done. Please e-mail me with the details of your tattoo to get started!
I don't know what I want! Can you design something for free?
No - I have available designs that I'd like to do here! Otherwise, I require a deposit for any new designs/bookings and need you to have a general direction of the tattoo concept to start.
**Please keep in mind that some concepts or styles may be turned away because of design conflicts and other concerns!**
How long does it take to create a design?
I work on the design a day or so prior to the scheduled appointment on a rolling schedule. I won't provide any previews until the actual session, since I'm working on other designs for the upcoming immediate appointments before then. That said, I schedule additional time for all sessions just in case last-minute changes are requested. While this rarely happens, it typically only takes a few minutes.
How do I take care of my tattoo afterwards?
I've written down a few aftercare instructions and other helpful tips!
What do I need for my tattoo session?
Take a look at what you need to bring for your session, how to dress and other etiquette.