Unfortunately, due to the risk of infection, the answer is no. You will have to wait until you are no longer pregnant and/or breastfeeding. It’s never worth the risk and any reputable tattoo artist will not tattoo you under these circumstances.

No… let me explain:

1. Even if I wanted to, tattooing minors with parental consent comes with a long list of legal, ethical, and professional risks that my insurance will not cover. 

2. Tattoos are permanent. Regret of design, placement, artist, etc… is much higher in people who were tattooed as teens - even if they thought it was a good idea at the time. 

3. Trends change fast, especially for younger people. What seems cool at 16 might be cringey at 20. I won’t hinder my reputation by being “that artist” who gave a kid a regrettable design.

Saying no isn’t about being mean, it’s about respecting the permanence of the art, health of the client and ethics of the industry. Once you turn 18, I will be more than happy to tattoo you. Thank you for understanding.

Consultations are a great way to connect before tattoo day and make sure we're on the same page. During this meeting we'll discuss your tattoo in detail (your vision, references, and placement. I'll go over the design approach and how ill translate your concept into a tattoo that works with your body. I'll explain how to session (s) will flow, and give you an estimate and time needed so you can also plan your schedule and energy for tattoo day. This is also your chance to ask any questions or concerns you may have from healing and aftercare, to pain levels and preparation tips.

By the end of your consult, you'll know exactly what to expect, how long it will take, what it will cost and how we'll bring your idea to life.

Consultations are free, and you’ll leave feeling confident, excited, and ready to book your spot. 🖤

You don’t need to fill out an inquiry form for a consultation. Please email me directly with your availability and I will get back to you with dates!

Skin is skin, so yes! I have worked with darker skin tones. If you’re looking for color in your tattoo, I prefer to include a color test (free of charge) on a part of your body (your choice) where I will mark you with 8-12 colors to see how those colors heal, and which ones will look best with your skin tone before committing to the tattoo.

The marks can either be small lines or dots. This is something we can discuss if and when the time comes.

Often, yes! But every scar is different. Send me a photo when booking and we’ll chat about your options.

I won’t tattoo anything that promotes hate or discrimination. Everything else is going to be subjective for the most part depending on what the client wants, and the context given. I won’t tattoo your head/neck unless you’re already heavily tattooed and/or committed to the lifestyle. Hands/fingers are going to be a similar situation but also depends on a few factors like career, age and reason.

While numbing creams can help some clients feel more comfortable, there are a few reasons many artists (myself included) prefer to avoid them - or only use them in specific cases:

1. It Changes Your Skin Texture
Numbing creams can make the skin rubbery, weirdly stretchy, or too slick, which can seriously affect how the needle moves and how the ink sits. This can lead to blow-outs, patchy shading, or poor healing.

2. It Can Wear Off Mid-Session
Most over-the-counter creams only last about 30 mins - 2 hours… which is great if you're doing a smaller tattoo. But once it wears off (especially during a longer session), your body can feel extra sensitive to the pain, almost like a delayed punch to the nervous system, and you most likely wont be able to continue.

3. It Doesn’t Work for Everyone
Some skin types don’t absorb numbing agents well. Others might get irritation, redness, or even allergic reactions. That’s not a risk we want to take during a sterile procedure.

4. It Can Interfere with Art Quality
At the end of the day, artists want to give you their best work and that means working on skin that's in its natural state. Numbing cream, while well-intentioned, can compromise the outcome.

I always prefer to wait the session out until the linework is at least done, or until you can’t tolerate the pain anymore. I can then apply a numbing spray (different than a cream) onto to area. The spray only works on open skin, so the more open skin = the better it will work. This spray numbs the area for another 30-60 mins and I can use it 4 times in a session. This is the method I will tell you to take if you absolutely need something to help you get through the session.

So... can I use it at all?
Ask first! Every situation is different, so check in before your appointment so your artist can give you the green or red light.

If you have a budget you want to work with for an idea that you have, I am happy to work with it. Please let me know in the tattoo inquiry form. This just means the design might be simplified and/or smaller to fit your budget, but I can make it work :)

You're welcome to bring one support human as sometimes having a familiar face nearby makes all the difference, and I totally get that.

That being said, here are a couple things to keep in mind:

Chatting and movement
When you're deep in conversation, it’s easy to move without realizing it. I want to give you the best possible outcome for your tattoo, and more movement is more opportunity to make oopsies… which nobody wants!

Long sessions = long waits:
Most appointments involve hours of sitting still, focusing, and… well, not much else. If your friend isn’t used to sitting quietly for that long, they might end up bored, restless, or uncomfortable (no shame, tattoo watching is definitely not a spectator sport).

If you’re not happy with the stencil placement, please let me know. I have no issues reapplying as many times as you need until you’re satisfied. This is going on your body forever, so take a minute to think about it.

Your first touch-up is free within the first 6 months. Anything after that, additional touch-ups will be priced at the usual minimum rate.

Note: hands and fingers will almost always need a touchup and/or maintenance. 

Of course! But everyone perceives pain differently and can vary on your sex, the location chosen and your individual pain tolerance. I will do my best to make sure you’re as comfortable as possible during the process.

It depending on the size, detail, placement, and your pain tolerance. I’ll give you a rough estimate, but it’s always best to block off more time than you think you’ll need. Especially when prep and stenciling can take longer than expected sometimes.

It’s hard to describe but I would say it’s a mix of a cat scratch and/or sunburn.

A tattoo that is aged 10,20,30 years will look differently than when it was freshly healed. This is due to the dermal macrophages in our skin that can’t digest the ink, so our immune system is at constant “attack” on the ink that’s in our skin and continuously tries to eat at it… forever. This is a good thing, it’s what makes a tattoo permanent but it can also make lines over years of time appear blurry, and this is completely normal.

I do my best to make client comfort a priority. Water and Hi-chews are available for clients at any time during the session, just let me know if you’re needing to be hydrated or need a sugar top-up! Pillows are also available for comfort/easier positioning. I have stress balls at different strengths available if you need something to squeeze/fidget with.

Tattooing can be a vulnerable thing especially when you’re not used to exposing certain parts of your body that may need to be exposed for the tattoo process. I have a wall divider I can put up to separate any wandering eyes and to create a more relaxed environment for you.

At the end of your session, I will provide you with an aftercare package to take home with you that includes soap and lotion for your healing process, some more treats, stickers, and some business cards.

With the last name Moss, I wanted to incorporate it into my business name somehow, but it’s also definitely a play on the iconic childhood movie - to showcase my inner child a little bit lol.