Resources

How to price your tattoo work

A practical framework for setting hourly rates, minimums, and per-piece pricing.

Setting up a tattoo studio

The essentials to get right before you open your doors, from layout to licensing.

Tattoo equipment: what you actually need to start

A no-nonsense rundown of machines, needles, ink, and PPE for a new setup.

Why consent forms matter — and how to write one

What a real consent form should cover, and why 'a verbal yes' isn't enough.

Writing aftercare instructions clients will actually follow

How to hand off aftercare in a way that reduces callbacks and touch-up requests.

Managing tattoo clients without losing track of anyone

Why a real CRM habit matters once you're past a handful of regulars.

Running a tattoo business, not just a tattoo career

The parts of the job that have nothing to do with the needle.

How much do tattoos actually cost?

What drives tattoo pricing, and why 'how much for this?' rarely has a one-line answer.

How to prepare for your tattoo appointment

Simple steps the day before and the day of that make the whole session easier.

Choosing where to put your tattoo

How pain, visibility, healing, and how the design will age should shape your decision.

Does getting a tattoo hurt? A realistic guide by placement

What pain actually feels like, and which spots tend to hurt more or less.

Tattoo aftercare: what to actually do

The first few weeks, explained simply — what's normal and what's not.

The tattoo healing timeline, week by week

What to expect from day one to full healing, so nothing catches you off guard.