FREQUENTLY ASKED TATTOO QUESTIONS
Age Requirement
Washington State law requires anyone receiving a tattoo service to be ages 18 years or older. A valid photo ID is required before any tattoo service(s) can be performed.
Valid Identification Required
Identification MUST be valid (not expired) and show:
The bearer's date of birth,
The bearer's signature (except US Military ID – see below)
A photograph of bearer
Acceptable Types Of Identification:
Driver’s License, Instruction Permit, or I.D. Card issued by any Canadian Province
Valid Washington State Driver’s License or ID Card
U.S. Armed Forces I.D. Card (Encrypted signature acceptable)
Merchant Marine I.D. Card issued by the U.S. Coast Guard
Official Passport, Passport Card, or NEXUS Card
Washington State Tribal Enrollment Card (No expiration date required)
Walk-In Tattoos
We do our best to accommodate walk-in tattoos most days.
Call or text with questions, or stop by during business hours to check availability.
Walk-ins are first-come, first-served, but we’ll always do our best to get you in.
We also offer complimentary consultations and conceptual artwork — stop by to chat with a tattoo artist.
How much does a tattoo cost?
Tattoo pricing varies based on size, placement, detail, and design complexity.
Visit us in Downtown Tacoma, Washington to discuss your ideas directly with an artist and receive an accurate quote.
We offer complimentary in-person consultations — schedule online or stop by during business hours.
Planning a larger or multi-session piece?
We provide flexible scheduling options to help you space out sessions based on your budget or work schedule.
Military, First Responder & Community Discounts
We proudly offer JBLM and military discounts to active service members and spouses.
Discounts are also available for teachers, and Police / Fire Department employees who help keep our communities safe.
Aftercare Products
We carry a full line of recommended tattoo aftercare products, including professional-grade soaps, lotions, and ointments.
CLICK HERE FOR TATTOO AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS
Appointment Scheduling
Book consultations / small-shop minimum tattoos, or tattoo appointments conveniently through the online scheduler.
For same-day tattoos, call or text us directly, or visit during regular hours.
Walk-ins welcome most days.
After-hours and private tattoo appointments are available upon request.
Complimentary Consultations
Consultations are free and commitment-free, typically lasting 30 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the design. This is a great time to ask questions, share ideas, and let your artist create conceptual artwork.
Bringing reference photos is always helpful!
We also offer complimentary “Design Review” consultations — perfect for viewing and discussing your design before your tattoo appointment.
Larger, more detailed tattoos often benefit from a Design Review session.
Free Touch-Ups
All tattoos include one complimentary touch-up (after healing).
Vegan Tattoo Inks
Vegan tattoo inks available by request! Alissa Altman and Dominick De La Rosa can accommodate most vegan tattoo ink requests. Please note - pigments or color shades may be limited by ink manufacturers.
Please consult with a tattoo artist about specific design inquiries.
Gift Cards
We offer both digital and physical gift cards, perfect for holidays or special occasions.
(Currently, gift card purchases are cash-only.)
Payment
We accept cash, most major credit cards, and Afterpay.
All tattoo services are taxable by state and local municipalities — sales tax is applied at checkout and is typically not included in quoted tattoo prices or hourly rates.
Credit card processing fees may apply.
Tattoo Cover-ups and Rework
Our experienced artists specialize in breathing new life into old tattoos. Whether it’s an outdated design, a faded piece, or something that just doesn’t feel like you anymore, we’d love to take a look.
We offer complimentary in-person consultations where your artist will review your existing tattoo, discuss ideas, and help you explore creative options for your cover-up. In most cases, we’ll take detailed reference photos and create a digital design mock-up, allowing you to preview how your refreshed tattoo will look before we begin.
Every cover-up is unique, and we’re committed to making yours something you’ll be proud to wear.
