FAQ- tattoos
WHEN/HOW OFTEN DO YOUR BOOKS OPEN
These days my books stay open! It’s no secret that tattoos are a luxury expense and with the state of our economy, our industry has taken a massive hit. I anticipate, that with all financial trends, I will return to books open/closed method of booking, but ATM, you can find my booking calendar here (and in the link in my IG bio)
I will continue to update my calendar and send out a booking email on or around the 3rd Monday of the month for my many clients who are used to this communication from me/aren’t on IG/want the updated calendar and flash release. You can sign up below to receive that email :)
HOW CAN I GET TATTOOED WITH A *PARTNER,FRIEND,FAMILY MEMBER* ETC. AT THE SAME APPOINTMENT?
You can book back to back sessions at your leisure via the booking calendar. Alternatively, if you cannot find two back to back sessions that work with the project(s)/date/time you need, please email me.
If you are looking to ‘split’ a session between 2 people (this is for clients that want to split the cost/art of my appointment minimum) please see the ‘partner sessions’ booking link.
DO YOU TAKE ON CUSTOM PROJECTS?
I’ve taken a break from customs for the past couple of years but I’m open to reading through your ideas and taking on the project if it feels right! Submit your proposal here
WHERE DO YOU WORK?
I tattoo at my private, by appointment only studio in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York. My studio space is calm, bright, airy, and art filled… it is a place to be creative and at ease. My space is my home away from home and I look forward to sharing it with you.
WHAT IS YOUR RATE?
All information regarding my rate and deposit is provided in my booking calendar.
WHY IS TATTOOING IMPORTANT TO YOU?
Tattoos are a way to celebrate and reclaim our bodies, a true act of self expression, or simply collectable pieces by artists we admire. They are a means by which to permanently commemorate your strength, your resiliency, or your connection to your body - the only thing that will ever wholly be uniquely yours. The act of tattooing is one of the most intimate experiences that I have ever partaken in... I strongly believe in the importance of a positive connection and exchange between yourself and your tattooer. Despite fears, uncertainties, and many barriers to entry, pursuing tattooing and being able to provide a comfortable and inclusive environment for my clients has been one of my greatest accomplishments. I feel grateful for the opportunity to contribute to this ancient and historically rich tradition and practice, and I look forward continue to better myself and my artistic output with every tattoo that I make.
DO YOU SELL FLASH OR DRAW CUSTOM DESIGNS FOR CLIENTS THAT ARE UNABLE TO GET TATTOOED BY YOU IN NY?
Unfortunately I neither sell my flash nor do custom work for you to have tattooed by other artists. I am so humbled by your interest in my work and I know it is disappointing that I may not be geographically accessible to you, but a large part of my artistic process is bestowing my own work upon my clients. (Please do not have my illustrations/hand written text tattooed on you by another artist, it makes me sad and is not something that I consent to).
I LIKE *THIS TATTOO* THAT YOU DID MANY MONTHS AGO (EX. BODY WITH FLORALS FOR HEAD), WHY AREN’T YOU DOING THIS ARTWORK ANYMORE?
I need to keep growing as an artist and don’t want to get burnt out on certain imagery. If you are interested in specific artwork that is available during my booking process I recommend jumping on it.
I AM COMING TO NY IN MANY MONTHS FROM NOW, CAN I BOOK AN APPOINTMENT IN ADVANCE?
Send me an email with your dates and the project you’re looking to do and i’ll get back to you!
WHAT ARE YOUR AGE REQUIREMENTS?
I work with clients who are 20+, this is a personal choice. I do not make exceptions, but encourage you to reach out once you turn 20!
WHAT BODY PARTS DO YOU TATTOO/NOT TATTOO?
I am currently tattooing legs and arms (except upper inner arms), for the majority of my projects. I will occasionally post torso, hand, and feet projects that I feel are appropriate to be handpoked and that will heal successfully. If we have previously worked together, all placements will be considered.
FAQ- collaborations
I THINK THAT OUR BELIEFS ALLIGN AND I'D LOVE TO TALK ABOUT COLLABORATING- NOW WHAT?
I love to work with open minded, consistently growing, creative individuals and brands. I strongly believe in ethical production, transparency, open communication, and making goods/wares with intention. I have been involved in a variety of collaborations from a personal product level to working with large brands. Please send me an email to discuss a potential collaboration.
Collaborations I am interested in:
Illustration
Textile and soft goods design
Home goods design
Fashion design
(pitch anything my way)
FAQ- personal biz
WHERE ARE YOU FROM?
I was born and raised in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. I moved to Toronto, Ontario, Canada at age 18 and lived, studied, worked, and grew up there for the next 8 years. Both cities have contributed to who I am today.
HOW DID YOU LEARN HOW TO…
HAND CRAFT
My Baba (my dad's mom, Anne) taught me traditional Ukrainian folk crafts when I was 6ish. Together we would work on hand embroidery projects, braid paska bread, make Ukrainian easter eggs, etc. She taught me how to use a sewing machine, how to quilt, how to make wreaths from flowers and other outdoor findings. She taught me everything I know about botanicals and encouraged me to pursue gardening and the cultivation of house plants. Anne helped build the foundation for my affinity to working with my hands. As a teenager, I began to take my traditional skill set and develop my artistic output upon that earlier foundation. I was sewing my own clothes (which, in hindsight, were sliiiightly inappropriate), working on illustrations, building, and refurbishing found objects and furniture.
DESIGN/PRODUCE GARMENTS
I attended Toronto Metropolitan University where I studied Fashion Design and developed my pattern making, garment construction, design, and illustration skills. My first 3 years in this program I felt like the odd person out. I was (and still am) a jeans and t shirt, black and white, function over fashion type of person. I took on as much as humanly possible at school, I loved to be busy and I loved to try new things. By 4th year I started to like myself, value my opinions, and trust my aesthetic. I began to find my voice and see the value in what I was making, rather then trying to emulate the work of my talented peers just to fit in. When I started creating what I wanted to make... what came easy to me... was when I began to find small successes.
TATTOO
I am a self taught tattooer. I have spent the past 10 years researching and practicing my skills. I closely follow and learn from those who I admire, whether they are near or at a distance. I continue to make work on myself, and am grateful to those who have lent their skin to my learning experience. My further education in this industry has been centered around ‘trauma informed tattooing’, consent and boundaries. Tattooing is a culturally and historically rich practice that has been explored, and cultivated for centuries. I encourage anyone interested in pursuing tattooing/collecting tattoos, to inform yourself about the history/marginalization/oppression that exists within this practice, as well as the importance of trust and ethics through body work.
HOW OLD ARE YOU? WHAT IS YOUR SIGN?
I'm 35, Leo sun (Virgo moon, Capricorn rising).