Frequently Asked Questions

Tattoo costs depend on many factors like size and detail of the design, placement, variables in skin or pain tolerance. When you reach out, give me as much detail as possible, and I’ll provide an accurate quote. While quality work requires a fair investment, I’m always happy to discuss options and work within your budget to make sure you're comfortable with the final price.

If needed, I’m also happy to break your tattoo into multiple sessions, ensuring the process fits your schedule and budget. No hidden costs, just tattoos you can feel good about.

Absolutely. But is it worth it? Absolutely.
Pain is a very subjective matter and differs from person to person, day to day. The best way to handle to the pain of a tattoo is to stay calm and focused mentally, and follow the advice given to you in the “Preparing for my tattoo” information given at the time of booking.
I am always sensitive to the pain of others and I’m happy to work out a game plan to ensure our time together is as little torture as possible.

I know you’re excited and nervous for your tattoo and would love to see it beforehand, but as a general rule, I will show the design on the day of the appointment.
If you’ve done your job of accurately describing what you want, and providing reference pics, then I will do my job of designing exactly what you’ve asked for. As a custom tattooer, I pride myself on my ability to design whatever you may request, and if I presented you with a design that wasn’t what you asked for- then I would have wasted both of our time.
You will be encouraged to speak up and let me know if there’s any changes you want made on the day, this is all a part of the process and we can work together to ensure you are 100% happy. Nothing goes ahead without your approval.

I tattoo from my Private Studio named The Doghouse.
We are located on the inner west suburbs of Melbourne, and for privacy’s sake, you will be sent the address and detailed instructions to find the location in your confirmation booking.

If you are under 18, under the influence of drugs and alcohol, pregnant/breastfeeding, sunburnt- please come back later.
If you are rude, intollerant, or insufferable- do not come at all.

Once your appointment is booked in, you will receive all the information you will need to prepare for your tattoo appointment, and also information on how to look after your tattoo.

Please feel free to ask me any other questions that I may not have covered.