December 7, 2024
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
Here at Creative Ink, we often receive multiple inquiries each day. Here are some of the questions our shop gets asked most frequently. Please feel free to contact us if you have additional questions or can’t find the answer that you’re looking for!
Q: Do you do piercings?
A: NO – we only do tattoos at our shop. We do not offer any piercing services OR body jewelry.
Q: How can I make an appointment?
A: To set up an appointment with us you must first make contact with an artist through our shop’s media, email or direct through an artist’s media or email. At this time, all of our consultations and inquiries are done online through those channels. In your message, explain the tattoo idea that you’re looking to get done – be sure to include a rough size estimate as well as where it will go on your body for our booking purposes. Please also include any reference photos that you have that help to illustrate your tattoo idea. From there an artist will follow up with you to gather additional details about your idea. Once both you and your artist are in agreement, they will tell you to call the shop to book your appointment.
Q: Do I need to leave a deposit when booking an appointment?
A: Yes – a deposit is required for each appointment that you book. The deposit will be collected on the day of booking to reserve your appointment. Each deposit will be deducted from the grand total of the corresponding appointment day. We cannot hold appointments or guarantee availability unless a deposit is received.
Q: How should I prepare for a tattoo appointment?
A: The best way to prepare for a tattoo appointment is make sure you are clean, hydrated and fed! If you are coming in for a longer tattoo session, make sure to bring some water and maybe a snack with you. Additionally, try to avoid alcohol consumption prior to your appointment as alcohol is a blood thinner and can make you bleed more while getting tattooed.
Q: How much do deposits cost?
A: The deposit rate varies from artist to artist. Currently, Dev’s deposit rate is $60, Reko’s deposit is $150, Jason’s deposit rate is $200, and Cesar’s deposit rate is $300. Cesar’s, Jason’s and Reko’s deposit rate is the same as their hourly rate and covers the cost of the first hour of the appointment. The deposits are nonrefundable. Please contact us if you would like a more comprehensive copy of our deposit agreements.
Q: Do you take walk-ins?
A: Yes and no- Our artists are usually booked through the entire day, however when we do have availability for last minute appointments or walk-ins, we will post in on our Facebook page or Instagram, so always be checking there!
Q: What forms of payment do you accept?
A: We accept all major credit/debit cards – deposits are taken over the phone. We also accept Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, Cash and Creative Ink gift certificates in shop.
Q: What forms of ID do you accept?
A: We accept Drivers Licenses, Non-Drivers ID and Passports. We DO NOT accept birth certificates or student ID’s.
Q: What if I just want a small, super simple tattoo?
A: We price all tattoos on an hourly rate or by flat rate, depending on the artist. For any tattoos that take less than an hour, we charge a shop minimum of either $120 or $150 (depending on which artist will be tattooing you).
Q: Do you offer any flash tattoos or pre-made designs?
A: Yes, some of our artists will periodically offer premade flash tattoo designs. They can be found on our Facebook page or Instagram.
Q: If I’m under 18, can I get tattooed with parental consent?
A: No unfortunately – it is illegal in the state of New Hampshire to tattoo minors regardless of whether or not you have consent. You must be 18 years or older to get tattooed.
Q: Can I bring a friend to my tattoo appointment?
A: Yes- However not all of our artists will allow guests to go into the booth with you and we ask that you limit your guest count to ONE person. Additionally, we DO NOT allow children inside the shop.
Q: What if I need to reschedule my appointment?
A: We ask that reschedules be made at least a week but no later than 72 hours in advance before your scheduled appointment. Each appointment is allowed to reschedule once within that time frame, any additional reschedules or last minute reschedules will result in forfeit of the deposit. In the event of inclement weather or illness, each artist will make a call on a case-by-case basis.
Q: What if I need to cancel my appointment?
A: Cancellations will result in forfeit of the deposit, as deposits are nonrefundable. Just like reschedules, we ask that you contact us at least a week in advance but no later than 72hrs before your scheduled appointment.
Q: What if I miss my appointment?
A: Appointment ‘No-Shows’ will result in forfeit of the deposit. A Google Calendar invite is sent via email for every appointment, it can be synced to most phone calendars. We also call in advance to confirm the appointment, as well as the night before for a quick immediate health check. We use this system of checks and balances to avoid missed appointments for clients as well as our artists. ‘No-Shows’ may affect your future eligibility of being tattooed at our shop.
Q: Do you do cover ups?
A: We take cover ups on a case-by-case basis. Not all tattoos can be covered up and we may suggest laser removal for optimal results.
Q: Can I get tattooed if I’m pregnant or breast feeding?
A: We do not tattoo expecting mothers or nursing mothers – in order to ensure the health and safety of the client and their child.
Q: Can I go tanning after getting tattooed?
A: To ensure the longevity and quality of your tattoo, we recommend staying out of the sun. We also recommend staying out of tanning beds or spray tanning. If you can’t avoid being in the sun, we highly recommend using a good quality sunblock of at least 50 SPF whenever possible.
