FAQ
Where are you located?
I co-own a private shop called Calico Ink. We are located inside the My Salon Suite in Acworth, GA. More information on how to find us will be given by email once an appointment is booked.
Do you have available flash?
Any available flash will be posted here
How do I take care of my new tattoo?
I’m going to be late— what do I do?
Send me an email as soon as you know you’re going to be late. If you are going to be over 30 minutes late to the appointment, we will need to reschedule.
What are your rates?
I charge by the piece for most designs, and will give you a quote when you submit a booking request. For tattoos that require more than one session, I offer a $600 day rate. My minimum is $200.
What information will you be asking for on the custom booking form? I would like to prepare!
I highly recommend preparing your tattoo idea before my custom books open. My booking form will request the following information:
-Your contact information
-A detailed description of your design idea (including size in inches)
-2 to 3 reference images
-A placement photo of where you want the tattoo on your body (this should be a photo of YOU)
-1 to 2 images of my work you like best (and that best aligns with the vision you have for your tattoo)
When will I see my custom design?
I will have the design ready for you to see on our appointment day. I’m happy to make small changes to the design that day if needed.
What form of payment do you accept?
I accept cash or card.
How do I get a GWYG tattoo?
If you would like to be notified when I have a new GWYG theme, you can sign up for my newsletter here. It is $200 to play, and $25 to spin again.
I have to cancel/reschedule— what do I do?
Please email me as soon as you know you need to cancel/reschedule the appointment!
If you need to cancel your appointment, please keep in mind that the deposit is non refundable.
For a reschedule with enough notice, I will transfer your deposit to our new appointment; however, you will need to put down an additional deposit if I receive less than 72 hours notice. After three or more consecutive reschedules, you may be required to put down an additional deposit to reschedule.
Where can I park?
Calico Ink is inside a shopping plaza with free parking right out front!
Can I bring food/drink?
Yes, feel free to bring a snack and beverage! We have a small refrigerator for any food that needs to stay cold.
Can I use numbing cream?
I have worked on skin that has been numbed with numbing cream and have come to the conclusion that I prefer to work without it. In my experience, 1) touch ups will be needed, 2) there is a higher risk of scarring, and 3) some pain will be inevitable with long sessions. I do not have any personal feelings about numbing cream besides the effects I have seen that it has on my clients’ skin. Your health and my quality of work are always my top priority. So unfortunately, if you come in with numbing cream already on, we will need to reschedule your appointment.
I personally prefer to use bactine intermittently throughout the tattoo to help relieve pain— I will usually offer to use it during longer sessions, but feel free to ask for it.
How do I submit to your custom books?
I try to open my custom books quarterly, depending on availability. If you would like to be notified when my custom books open, you can sign up for my newsletter here.
How do I prepare for my tattoo appointment?
What is the best way to contact you?
Email me at acp.tattoos@gmail.com! Please do not DM me on Instagram— I do not check my DMs.
Can I bring a friend with me to my appointment?
Calico Ink is a very small, private suite. There is no seating for guests, so unfortunately we cannot have anyone beside the client getting tattooed in the suite.
I want to change my custom design completely— what do I do?
You must communicate any major design changes at least 7 days before our appointment. Small design edits day of the appointment are totally fine! If a large design change is communicated less than 7 days before the appointment, we may need to reschedule the appointment.
What should I wear to the appointment?
It’s important that I have easy access to the area we are tattooing. For arm tattoos, wear shirts without sleeves. For leg tattoos, wear shorts/spandex shorts. For back tattoos wear a button up that can be worn backwards. For sternum and rib tattoos, wear a loose shirt (bring pasties if needed). We have a privacy partition available when needed.