What projects are you looking forward to tattooing?

• I am looking forward to embarking on medium or larger awe-inspiring projects.

• Pieces that are botanical in nature, and have naturalistic elements have a high likelihood of being chosen.

• I am very interested in life cycles decay, and scientific/botanical magic. I would like to do botanical adornments with interesting placements.

• I am VERY interested in tattooing traditionally drawn and inspired birds, fish, and other animals that are reminiscent of Japanese woodblock paintings.

Examples of projects that I would love to craft -

• Rotting animals, with mushrooms and flowers growing out of the corpse.

• Animal skulls, with botanical elements of dissection and aesthetic rot.

• Naturalistic spells and adornments of plants of the sacred earth.

• Mythical and ancient creatures from different cultures/time periods.

• Deconstructed food dishes that are sentimental to your culture, or have a special place on your tongue and stomach.

• You are not limited to options like these however.

• If you’d like a beautiful botanical adornment, I am interested in endeavoring in those projects as well!

• You may reference images in my Inspiration For You page in your booking form.

What projects are you NOT interested in?

• I am not interested in creating small or trendy projects that only take 20 minutes to 2 hours to complete.

• Things like small script, one butterfly, and micro tattoos are not what I fancy for my own work.

• I am not interested in anything that takes a short amount of time, requires a low budget, or is simple to complete.

• Smaller and simple projects have their own beauty and validity, but these are not projects that interest me personally.

What types of clients are you interested in tattooing?

• I am interested in tattooing a smaller volume of people, who are interested in collecting the highest quality of work.

• The goal is to create the best tattoo work on your body, that will withstand the test of time.

• If you are a new client - don’t be intimidated. I thrive on great conversation and making you feel comfortable and at ease.

• I look forward to hearing your well-researched and fantastical ideas!

What tattoo ethics do you practice?

• I practice consent based tattooing, and I encourage you to speak up freely whenever you are in a great amount of pain, or are uncomfortable.

• I will check on you once every 20-30 minutes to make sure that your pain is manageable, and that you are in good spirits!

• I would like your verbal permission before touching sensitive areas like the upper leg, hip or chest.

• I would like your verbal permission before touching any areas that make you feel vulnerable.

• You may take as many breaks as you need! I want to make sure you are as comfortable as possible.

• You are in a safe space when you enter the studio!

• My studio is ADA accessible.

How many sessions will my tattoo take?

• Most of my tattoos take two sessions to complete.

• The waiting period between the first session and the second session is usually one month.

• One month is the appropriate amount of time for the lines to settle properly, before the shading session(s).

• We CAN book back to back session days! Let me know ahead of time if that is something you are interested in!

What is the full process to book with you?

• Send in a proposal when my books open.

• Once approved I will send you a link to my scheduling page.

• You will be given the number of appointments to schedule in your booking form.

• Fill out your information and book the dates of your appointment.

• Make sure each appointment has at least a one month gap in-between sessions.

• DO NOT book two sessions more than two months apart.

• Pay my scheduling fees on my scheduling page.

• Show up to your appointments on the dates you picked.

• The best way to know when my books open is if you sign up for my newsletter!

Scheduling fee.

• A 100 scheduling fee is required to finalize your booking for each session. 

• This scheduling fee is non-refundable and does not go towards the cost of your tattoo.

• The fee is a payment of faith that you will show up to your appointment.

• This scheduling fee will be the last step in finalizing your booking.

• This fee will be paid with card.  

• If you have to reschedule you must pay another scheduling fee, no exceptions.

• If you cancel an appointment and my books are filled, you will unfortunately have to wait until my books open again to book an appointment.

• If you have to reschedule and my books are filled you will get priority for that next booking season..

• The best way to get a fully fleshed out piece from me is to stick to your appointment. Follow my directions, and plan accordingly!

Rescheduling.

• If you have to reschedule your appointment for any reason. You must send me an email to - reschedule.with.gala@gmail.com.

• This is the only way to reschedule with me.

• Send your full name. and your reason for rescheduling.

• You’ll be sent a link to my scheduling page again once I read over your email.

• Do not try to reschedule yourself on my scheduling page without my permission.

• You will have to pay another scheduling fee to book your new date for a reschedule.

• The point of the scheduling fee is to get you to stick to your appointment.

• In all seriousness just please try and stick to the dates you choose.

How much do you charge for a piece?

• My rate is 250 an hour.

• I am only taking cash payments. please plan a trip to your bank accordingly.

• please bring 1400+ per session. That will cover 5-7 hours of work + tip.

• I have a three hour minimum per appointment.

• These prices are the standard for high quality work.

• My session days are 5-7 hours maximum depending on my bodies abilities. 

• PLEASE compare my work to other tattoo artists. I want you to be comfortable knowing my work is worth the dedication.

• Tattoo artist to compare: @Thiefhands, @Alicerules, @Squirestrahan, @she_is, @Sashatattooing, @sarafabel.

Whats the best method for me to pay for your work?

• CASH ONLY.

• Plan a trip to your bank a few days before our session!

• ATMs have low limits. Do not just head to your ATM an hour before our appointment.

How long will a piece take?

• Honestly, however long it takes. However, most pieces are two sessions, larger pieces are three or four.

• Most sessions are 4-5 hours.

• We can go for a longer if you have the grit and budget to accommodate.

• The longest session I will do is 8 hours. Please tell me if you’d like a longer session ahead of time.

• I am pretty quick with the needle however! I try my best to cover a lot of ground quickly!

• Every tattoo takes a different amount of time, but I will let you know an estimation of the number of sessions it’ll take complete the piece.

• I would rather have the tattoo take a little longer, and make sure it’ll look better in ten years

• Tattoos are an investment that lasts longer than any-other. I always strive to give you the best quality work possible.

How to schedule your appointment -

• I will send you the link to my scheduling page via email.

• I will tell you how many dates to book in my booking email.

• Pick out the dates that work for you, and enter your information accordingly.

• Stick to the dates you pick, and plan accordingly to be at your appointment on time.

Once your appointment is booked -

• Information on how to get to the studio will be included in your email and text notifications after you schedule.

• You will get a notification email 7 days before your appointment.

• You will get a text notification 24 hours before your appointment.

• If you are 30 minutes late to your appointment you will be counted as a no-show.

• Do not arrive early.

Where is your studio located?

• My studio address will only be given out to approved clients.

• All of the info you need will sent out via email notification and text notification.

• Follow the instructions sent from email and text notification, and getting into the building should be a breeze!

• If you are lost or stumped on how to get to the studio on the day of our appointment - please shoot me an email from our booking email convo.

• I will make sure to come and find you if you are lost outside!

For Custom Tattoos -

• I am only taking on work for pieces that resemble content/style in my Inspiration For You page.

• You may only add three pieces of content per piece at most.

• I will not accept proposals about birth flower months from the internet.

• I will accept proposals of flowers that your loved ones enjoy.

• Flowers I love to tattoo: Roses, Peonies, Cosmos, Magnolias, Hellebores, Tulips, Chrysanthemums.

• You are not limited to the options noted above.

• Get creative, and think of content that would make your piece stand out from the crowd.

• I want you do have a tattoo that is unbelievably unique.

For my Original Blackwork Tattoos -

• Let me know If you’d like me to construct an original piece for you of my own design.

• Pick the “Gala Just Fuck Me Up ” tab on your booking form.

• My original black and grey botanical pieces are usually my best work!

• If you are not picky, my original pieces are your best chance of getting a spot.

• These pieces are the ones where you give me full creative freedom. Just point me to some ideas that you like.

What will the creative process look like for custom work?

• All I need from you is your loosely tied together concept, and your permission to work on the details how I see fit.

• We will decide on the general concept that you would like. I’ll ask you to send me some reference photos, and then I’ll take it from there.

• The result will be a completely unique piece of art, ready for you.

Will I get to see the design before my appointment?

• No, you will not get to see the piece beforehand.

• But you will have plenty of opportunity to communicate your vision beforehand.

• Be clear about what you absolutely need to have, and trust me to take it from there!

• If you like what you see on my instagram, then you have nothing to worry about.

What should I wear for my appointment?

• Please wear clothing that is monochromatic or neutral colored and comfortable.

• Do not wear any bright colors, tight clothes, or funky patterns to your appointment.

• Wear something comfortable, and please bring comfortable shoes.

Is there anything that you do NOT tattoo?

• I do not tattoo ribs, necks, or feet.

• I do not do cover-ups.

• I do not tattoo awkward placements between two other tattoos, give me an uncompromised rectangle of skin.

• I will not tattoo anything racist, homophobic, transphobic, xenophobic, or anything that I deem offensive. DUH.

What is your favorite placement for tattoos?

• Chest. Shoulder Blade. Forearms. Shoulders. Ongoing sleeves. Hips. Legs. You are not limited to these options.

Do you tattoo scar cover-ups?

• Yes. I actually really enjoy doing them!

• Covering top surgery scars and old self-harm scars have a HIGH likelihood of being accepted.

How long should I expect to be at the shop?

• Most of my pieces take around 4-6 hours for a session. This includes stenciling, tattooing, and the photoshoot.

• Please do not plan any other appointments after the tattoo.

• Getting tattooed is a chance to relax and get away from the world!

Are your inks vegan?

• Yes, I use vegan inks and products that are not tested on animals.

When should I come in for the appointment?

• All of my appointments start at 1pm. Do not arrive early.

• Sometimes exceptions can be made upon request, Let me know in the booking form.

Can I bring a guest with me?

• Come alone, and do not bring anyone else into the building.

How should I prepare for my tattoo?

• Eat a hearty meal beforehand!

• Drink lots of water.

• Try to keep yourself in a relaxed state of mind.

• Its OK to be a little nervous beforehand!

• Bring your favorite snacks, and headphones if you’d like.

How should I heal my tattoo after our session?

• I will give you a full run-down on proper care techniques once the session is finished.

• Aftercare Instructions are on my Aftercare page if you need a refresh on proper care techniques.

How much should I tip?

• Tipping is appreciated. I spend around 6-12 hours drawing one piece before I even tattoo it.

• Tipping around 10% - 20% is the usual. I use tips to pay for supplies mostly. Tip only what you can.

• If you know an artist that can do the same quality of work that I do for less than what I charge, then please book with them.