The best way to book an appointment is by filling out the booking form on our website. (link here?) it will ask you to fill out much of the information we need to know ahead of time. Typically within a few days, one of us will reach out to you over call or text to schedule a consultation, which typically takes around 20 or 30 minutes and allows us to clarify the rest of the information we need, photograph and/or trace the placement area, and book you for your tattoo appointment with a deposit. Special considerations can always be made if needed based on your situation, so if your schedule is tight or your commute is long, don’t hesitate to reach out and we will work with you however we can.

The shop is located at 2301 Elm st, in the Fountain District just outside of Downtown Bellingham, Washington. We are across the street from Roam Coffee and within sight of the Dupont st Fire Station.

We have limited client parking behind the shop accessible thru the alley off Washington st. Additional convenient parking on Elm st and at Elizabeth Park within a half block.

You do NOT need an appointment to come into the shop. We take walk-in tattoos often and are always happy to host visitors and willing to answer questions whenever reasonable. We all stay fairly busy, so depending on your timing of arrival we may or may not have our full attention to provide you, but we will always accommodate you however possible. So come meet us and check out the space!

While we are working with a somewhat limited space, extra visitors are welcome at the discretion of individual artists. If you would like to bring someone along to your appointment, please reach out to your tattoo artist and ask. 

Yes! We have an ADA accessible ramp leading to our back door and one dedicated handicapped parking spot behind the shop. Every doorway in the shop is passable by wheelchair and we have plenty of options to suit our service to your needs.

We can provide you with everything you need to take care of your tattoo while it heals. We will educate you on tattoo aftercare and answer any questions you have about the process. In addition, we have all necessary products available for purchase before you leave your appointment.

There are a couple option to make it here on WTA bus lines. The ‘greenline’ bus 232 makes stops every 15 to 30 minutes from both directions near Roam Coffee and Elizabeth Park that put you within a block of the shop. Additionally, bus 15 makes stops on Girard st and Meridian st at the intersection with Broadway next to TheRestore that will get you within a few blocks of the shop

Getting tattooed can be an uncomfortable process, so it’s worth a little effort to set yourself up for success. Ideally, arrive to your appointment well rested, fed, clean, and wearing appropriate clothing to allow for adequate access to the area of your body getting tattooed. Talk to your artist ahead of time about your tattoo placement and what to wear that will make their job easier while keeping you as comfortable as possible. It’s not ideal to get tattooed while hungry, tired, hungover or sick.

Tattoos can take some time, so it’s best to schedule around your appointment such that neither you or your artist are pressed for time or having to rush any part of the process.

In Washington State, you must be at least 18 years old to get a tattoo. State laws do not allow for tattooing of minors, even with parental permission. If you’re currently too young, it’s worth the wait!

Tattoos typically take 2 to 3 weeks to heal under ideal conditions and proper care. Unideal conditions can result in a healing process that takes longer.

Some medical conditions may have an effect on your ability to get tattooed. Consult your doctor as well as your tattoo artist about your situation to determine what will be best for you.

We require a non-refundable cash deposit in order to secure your spot in our schedule. This deposit goes towards the over-all price of your tattoo and is not an extra charge. While this helps us secure our valuable available time, we understand that complications happen and wish to be as accommodating as possible. Typically, we require 48 hour notice of reschedule or cancelation to retain your deposit. If something comes up that conflicts with your appointment, reach out to the shop or your artist as soon as possible and we will work it out with you as fairly as we can.