Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, I’m always welcoming new clients. Availability varies depending on the month, but Saturdays usually book 3 to 4 months in advance. Weekday availability ranges from a few weeks to 3 months.
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To enquire about a booking, click HERE!!
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I usually show designs on the day.
Minor changes can be made together in person.
Major changes require a redraw, which means we’ll reschedule your appointment.Full details can be found in my Artwork and Design Policy.
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My minimum charge is $250 for custom work.
Flash and Get What You Get pricing varies.
Full day sittings are $1,265.More information is available on the Pricing section of my Terms and Conditions.
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Yes, a $100 non-refundable deposit is required once a date is offered.
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Yes! One free touch up within 6 months for tattoos I originally created.
Hands, fingers and feet are not eligible for free touch ups.Full details are in my Touch Up Policy.
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Yes, support people are welcome, but please let me know ahead of time.
They must be feeling well and over 16 years of age. -
No. I do not tattoo anyone under 18, even with parental consent.
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A Get What You Get (GWYG) tattoo is a fun surprise tattoo experience where your design is chosen at random from my gumball machine.
You spin, you get a ball, and whatever design you pull is the one you get tattooed, it’s all part of the magic! -
No, I don’t take walk-ins. All tattoos, whether they’re custom pieces, flash, touch ups or Get What You Get, require an appointment.
To see what appointments are currently available, click HERE.
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Yes in many cases I can tattoo over scars, stretch marks and birthmarks. Every person’s skin is different, so this is always assessed case by case.
For any project involving these areas, I require a free consultation beforehand. This allows me to check the texture, age and condition of the skin to make sure it’s safe and suitable to tattoo.
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I don’t recommend it unless necessary.
Please discuss this with me before your appointment.
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I don’t directly copy another artist’s work unless you have written permission from the original artist or have purchased a tattoo ticket that allows the design to be used.
For example, I won’t replicate artwork or an existing tattoo found on Google or Pinterest.
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No, I don’t offer payment plans for tattoos.
If you need extra time to save, I’m always happy to break your tattoo into multiple sessions, we just need to discuss this before booking your appointment so I can plan the design and timing properly. -
Yes, I do!
If you would like to enquire about purchasing a gift voucher, please send me an email:
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A flash design is a pre-drawn tattoo that I’ve created and would love to tattoo.
These pieces are ready to go as they are, which means a quicker booking process and no design wait time.Flash tattoos are priced per piece, not by the hour.
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I tattoo these areas on a case by case basis.
The skin in these spots is thinner, constantly moving and regenerates faster, which means tattoos here often don’t heal or age as well as tattoos on other parts of the body.If the design is simple and suitable for the area, I may be able to take on your project but I’ll always be honest if I think the tattoo won’t hold up long-term.
Because of the nature of the skin, I don’t offer free touch ups for tattoos on hands, fingers, feet, necks or behind the ear.
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Yes, I do offer cover-ups, but because of the style I specialise in, the existing tattoo needs to be light enough or small enough for me to effectively cover it.
Cover-up tattoos must always be larger and darker than the original piece.
So, if your current tattoo is quite dark or large, I usually recommend chatting with the experts at SW Laser first. Even a few sessions of lightening can make a huge difference and allow me to create a cover-up you’ll truly love.If your tattoo is already small or fairly light, you may not need any laser at all. If you don’t need laser, we can go straight into planning the cover-up.
You can check out SW Laser’s work HERE.
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I work out of my own private studio, Wild Horses Tattoo, located in Walyalup (East Fremantle).
You’ll receive the exact address and arrival instructions in your confirmation email after booking.
FAQs
If you're planning a tattoo or preparing for your appointment, here are some answers to the questions I’m most often asked.
If your question isn’t listed here, feel free to email me, I’m always happy to help.
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