General FAQ

Before contact me please take time to read General Tattoo FAQ. This section will answer to some of your questions.

Tattoo Artist- General Questions:

Q:In what country you are currently based as a tattoo artist?
A: Glasgow, Scotland.
Q: How often do you travel in Europe?
A: I visit pretty often ArtFaktors in Essen,Germany and few other places, but for more accurate updates follow me on one of my social media pages. 
Q: What is the best way to contact you?
A: You can contact me through my Contact page where you will find a tattoo contact form.
Q.Are Tattoos Safe?
A.All the equipment used for tattoos are disposable. All stainless instruments that are used go through a strict processing of cleaning and sterilizing. The tattoo artist uses always only latex professional tattoo gloves. Proof of sterilization is provided to anyone who requests it.
 
Appointments: General Questions:
 
Q: DO YOU HAVE A PRICE LIST?
A: PRICES CANNOT BE APPROXIMATED OVER THE INTERNET. A ROUGHLY PRICE CAN BE GIVEN AFTER THE CONSULTATION.
Q: What is your waiting list?
A: In general the waiting list is up to 6-7 months, but for accurate information please contact me or just follow any of my social pages.
Q: Can I come to have a consultation before my initial appointment?  
A: Yes, consultations are available. Once a week I will have a day dedicated just for consultations. Every consultation will take approx. 30 min, time when we will discuss the design, size and the other things that can speed us starting in the day of your current appointment.
Q. What if I can't come in the day of your consultation day?
A. You can stop by anytime but we won't have the same amount of time discussing the projects. The ideas, size and references will be send by Email.
Q: Do I need an appointment in order to get a tattoo from you?
A: Yes, I’m working by appointment only. To secure your space you will have to pay a deposit on the day of your consultation. 48 hours notice is required for cancellations or reschedules or else the deposit will be lost.
Q: Do you have a cancellation waiting list?
A: Yes there is a cancellation waiting list, but it is not advised to rely on that in order to get your appointment earlier than the normal waiting list. Sometimes I may get a cancelation and all the collectors from waiting list will be informed via Email or Text MSG.  
Q: Can I make an appointment over the phone/ email? A: I don’t take appointments over the phone or email as I said before a deposit will be required. If you are traveling from overseas, arrangements can be made. An On-line deposit will be also required.
 
Getting Tattooed: General Questions:
 
Q: How old do I have to be to get a tattoo?
A: You must be 18 in order to get a tattoo .Photo ID may be required if you look under 18.
Q: What kind of tattoo can I choose from?
A: Most of my tattoos are dark black and grey, please check my portfolio before
Q. Does it hurt?
A: Pain is really relative. Everyone has a different tolerance to pain. Most Painful Areas: Men – Inner arm, Neck Abdomen, Spine, Chest, Knee, Ankles and Feet Women – Ankle, Spine, Rib cage.
Q.Is it OK to get a tattoo if I’m sick?
A:No. You will have to complete a form before you get tattooed and if the artist consider that you should postpone your tattoo then your appointment will be rescheduled.
Q. If a gain weight, will it affect my tattoo?
A:Not usually. The skin has a lot of stretch that naturally adjusts for changes in the body only deep stretch marks can damage tattoos