FAQ

  • How do I set up a tattoo appointment?

    Filling out the tattoo request form is the best way to begin this process.

    Requests are sorted frequently.

  • Shayna has already started my tattoo, how do I book my next appointment?

    Ongoing projects do not need approval. Please fill out the appointment request form and we will send you a link to schedule.

  • Can I get a quote via email or over the phone?

    The only way to get a quote is to fill out the request an appointment form.

    If you have a budget in mind, let us know so we can work with you.

    Please understand that quotes are not always super accurate due to varying factors such as style, design, size, placement, etc.

  • Do I need an appointment or can I stop by?

    Please stop by and meet us! We are a fine art gallery as well and would love for you to check out the current pieces on display.

    If we are in a private session, we will have our doors locked during normal business hours. You can always call to see if we are open.

    If you are looking to get tattooed that day and we are with another client, we will have to make you an appointment. If the tattoo you’re looking for is complicated or needs time to be designed, then we will make you an appointment.

    Please fill out our tattoo appointment request form so that we can work with you during a schedule that works for you.

    We do get cancelations and will announce them on our social media pages. This is a great way to get a sooner appointment.

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    @fairhaventattooandgallery

  • How long are you booked out?

    Shayna only books three months in advance. This allows ongoing projects to be finished in a more timely manner.

  • What hours are you opened?

    We are open Wednesday, Thursday 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Saturday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM for walk-in tattoos and open gallery hours. Call ahead to see if we are available.

    We are also an art gallery and invite you to see the current art that is on display.

  • How much does a tattoo cost?

    The cost of a tattoo depends on a lot of variable included but not limited to style, design, size, placement, black and grey or color, etc. As a general guideline a softball/CD sized area take 3.5 -6 hours depending on these various factors.

    Shayna’s rates are $250/hour. There is a 4 hour minimum for each session.

    Final appointments or smaller tattoos may have a shorter time frame, in these circumstances, the minimum time does not apply as long as the tattoo is finished in one session.

    The shops minimum is $150.

    If you would like to know the approximate amount of hours a specific tattoo took, you can inquire during the tattoo request.

  • Do I need a consultation?

    Most consultations will be done via email ZOOM after receiving the tattoo request form.

    Larger tattoos, such as leg sleeves, arm sleeves, or back pieces will be done in person or via ZOOM call.

  • What is next step after I request a tattoo appointment?

    Shayna will go through each request and will then reach out with either further questions or next available dates.

    If you do not hear back from us within a few weeks PLEASE email us directly at shaynapraytattoos@gmail.com or DM us on instagram so we can find your request.

  • Is there a way to increase my chances of getting tattoo?

    Yes! The more familiar you are with the artists’ work and trusting them to do their own thing will increase your changes of them wanting to take on your project.

    Shayna’s favorite things to tattoo are black and grey portraits and flowers. She also enjoys other black and grey realism imagery, illustrative tattoos, blackwork, dotwork, and fine-line work. Rarely she will take on a color tattoo.

  • How long are your tattoo appointments?

    Tattoo appointments on average range from 4-6 hours. There is a 4 hour minimum.

    Projects that involve portraits or pieces that need to finished at all at once will run longer.

  • What forms of payment do you accept?

    We accept cash and most major credit cards. Cash is always preferred.

  • What if my tattoo request isn't accepted?

    Don’t take it personal if the artist does not accept your idea. If the artist does not have the time in their schedule or your idea does not fit into the artists’ style, they will decline. We want to make sure your tattoo is amazing, even if that means we’re not the one doing it.

  • Are there any tattoos the artists aren't interested in tattooing?

    Anything that won’t showcase our best work.

    Shayna does not enjoy tattooing dragons or Japanese style tattoos.

  • Do tattoos hurt?

    Yes.

  • Do you have more questions?

    Feel free to email us at fairhaventattooandgallery@gmail.com or call us!