18/08/2026
1. Turning up drunk or high ๐ If youโre intoxicated, I wonโt be able to tattoo you. It puts both you and the artist in a difficult position.
2. Trying to haggle on the price! Asking for discounts, โcheapโ options, or mates rates can be disrespectful to the time and work that goes into tattooing.
3. Wanting an exact copy of someone elseโs tattoo Inspiration is completely fine, but directly copying another artistโs work isnโt.
4. Ignoring your aftercare. How you look after your tattoo once you leave the studio can have a huge impact on how it heals and looks later.
5. Showing up with poor hygiene ๐คข Tattooing is a close contact service, so please arrive clean and freshly showered. Your artist will appreciate it!
6. Ignoring advice about size or placement. Your artist may recommend changing the size, position, or details to make sure your tattoo looks its best and ages well.
7. Constantly messaging asking if the design is finished! Many artists donโt finalise designs until close to, or even on, the day of your appointment. Give them time to work their magic.
8. Bringing your entire friendship group. One person for support is usually fine, but a whole group can be distracting and take up valuable space in the studio.
9. Arriving without eating beforehand. Tattoo sessions can take a lot out of you. Have a proper meal beforehand and stay hydrated to reduce the chance of feeling faint.
10. Moving around constantly during the tattoo! Nobody expects you to sit completely motionless, but excessive movement makes it much harder for your artist to create clean, precise work.
Did i miss any? Let me know ๐
