Tattoo Related Questions
Do I need to make an appointment for a tattoo?
Yes and No. Most of the work we do are original tattoo designs, that have been designed specifically for the person who will wear it.
But Jake and Paula, can take walk-ins on a case-by- case basis depending on what the person is looking to get tattooed. We also have Pre-drawn designs at the shop at the ready.
We can also put you on a waitlist if you are interested in getting a tattooed, and would like us to contact you should we get a last minute cancelation. Please contact the shop 973.860.7195 for more information.
Do you take appointments or give price quotes over the phone?
Sorry , We do not. There are so many factors that go into a tattoo design, that it would not be fair to give a quote over the phone. There is a degree of commitment to getting a tattoo, that I require the client to come in and speak to me in person and go over their ideas. This is to make sure that everyone is on the same page with the design, and we will be ready to begin tattooing on the day of your tattoo appointment. If you are from over 1 hour away please contact me via email and we can make arrangements.
Please note that a deposit is required in order to make an appointment.
Why a deposit and how much?
Many hours of thought and work go into a tattoo. Deposits are $50-500 depending on the tattoo. So If your tattoo appointment is booked for 3 hours, your deposit will be $150. Deposits are Non-Refundable, but go towards the final cost of the tattoo. The only way you will lose your deposit is if you cancel with less than 48 hours notice. And you will be required to leave another deposit before you can make another appointment.
*48 hour or more is considered a true courtesy. We have clients that would love to fill your appointment, but they need notice as well.
What if I need to cancel?
I understand that life happens. You can reschedule you tattoo any time prior to 48 hours before your tattoo, and not lose your deposit. Acceptable ways to reschedule your tattoo are in person or via phone call or text . I will not accept any cancelation/reschedule notice via email or social networking of any kind.
Store Related Questions
Q. Did you hunt the animals?
No we did not. Our vintage taxidermy is acquired through estate sales, private collections, or from museums that are replacing their taxidermy with newer inventory.
As far as our modern taxidermy, we work with a few Taxidermists and Artisans, in which the animals that are being taxidermied are all from “failure to thrive”. Meaning all of the specimens have died of natural cause, and we then collect them to become pieces of art.
Q. Do you do the taxidermy or restorations?
Depending on the size of the project we do some taxidermy and restorations. For larger or more niche projects we have different local taxidermists and artisans we can work with to bring any project you need to completion.
Q. Can you get something for me?
If you have a request for a specific type of animal taxidermy or anything along those lines, feel free to ask us and hopefully we can help acquire/track it down for you!