where do you work?
Duskwood Ink Tattoos (Unionville, Markham)
139 Main St Unionville Unit 105, Unionville, ON L3R 2G6
does it hurt?
Yes. It hurts. Tolerance is subjective and each individual will experience a different level of physical pain. Do not get tattooed while you are experiencing a menstruation cycle or feeling unwell. It is extra sensitive during this time.
do you custom draw designs?
Yes, when custom slots open up. Open slots will be announced on IG: @leetropolis
Please carefully review the artist’s style of tattoo work.
do you do cover-ups?
Yes, if I feel 100% confident I can. Email a clear photo along with the inquiry information (see Contact)
what are your rates?
Hourly rate is 200/hr (+hst).
Method of payment are e-transfers.
Deposits: An e-transfer of $200 deposit (non-refundable) is required for small/medium tattoos. A $350 deposit (non-refundable) is required for large scale tattoos.
Deposits only secure the appointment date and will be taken off at the last session. If you cannot make your appointment, be courteous and let the artist know asap so that it does not effect your deposit; at least 1 week prior for custom designs (before the drawing time). Appointments canceled within the same week of the original appointment will result in a forfeit of the deposit and a new deposit will be required to secure a new appointment date.
There is an allowance of 2 reschedules within the appropriate timeframe; at least 1 week prior to the original appointment date. A third reschedule back to back will result in a forfeit of the deposit.
Please do not come in if you are feeling ill; inform the artist asap via email.
what is your process?
Once the concept has been approved, I will personally book you in. If I am not the right artist for your concept, I will suggest another artist if I know one suited for it. Please be patient for a response, as it may take up to a week to reply.
When your concept is accepted, details hashed out and appointment booked: you will receive an email about a week prior to the appointment to confirm details. Once details are confirmed, I will send a sketch (rough line work) concept for review a few days after. Please note that I do not provide botanical/flower sketches due to the freehand and placement decisions made during the appointment. If you want a particular look, please be detailed in describing what you desire and reference photos are welcome :)
Some colour designs may require a follow-up layer session for a smooth even finish.
Day of the appointment I will provide a mask to be worn during our session. You will be asked to review and sign a waiver :)
tipping?
Tipping is not necessary; however if you do feel the need to, you may add it to the etransfer at the end of the session. There is no rule to tipping.
As an alternative, you may send your appreciation to the following:
Anti-violence centre and shelter for women and trans folk: https://nyws.ca/donate-to-nyws/
Foodshare: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/m/34403/donation
aftercare?
For preparation and after-care instructions, see TATTOO CARE