FAQs

How do I book a tattoo appointment?

To request a tattoo appointment please refer to my Booking page. You’ll fill out a booking form or send me an email with all the information I need for your tattoo.

What kind of styles do you tattoo?

I prioritize my flash designs, traditional style tattoos, and tattoos that fit within my personal art style. I love anything surreal, existential, esoteric, occult, ethereal, and psychedelic. Please look at my portfolio before contacting! I will not take on tattoo projects that I don’t feel confident in.

When will I hear back from you?

For emails, form submissions, and Instagram DMs, I will get back to you within a week.

Do I have to pay a deposit?

Yes! You will be required to leave a $50 deposit when you book your appointment using my scheduling link. Payment methods include card and PayPal (if these methods don’t work please contact me and I can provide additional payment methods). The deposit will come off the total cost for the tattoo. If your tattoo takes multiple sessions the deposit will apply to the last session.

Deposits are non-refundable! If you need to reschedule, please let me know at least 48 hours in advance and we can move your deposit to the new date/time.

You will loose your deposit if you cancel, no show, or show up more than 15 minutes late without contacting me or the shop.

How much do you charge?

I charge by the piece rather than by the hour, but it usually comes out to around $180/hr. My minimum is $100. If you have a budget for your tattoo please include in the email and we can discuss options. I usually give a price estimate when I send you my booking link, but feel free to ask and I will give you a price.

When will I see a drawing?

I will have the drawing ready for you when you come in for the appointment. There will be plenty of time to allow for drawing changed together in person, and I don’t charge for time spent drawing. I do not send drawings to anyone ahead of time!

What forms of payment do you accept?

Cash, Venmo, or credit card.

How should I prepare for my tattoo?

Please eat a good meal before getting tattooed. Do not drink alcohol before. Stay hydrated and well rested. No need to shave the area where the tattoo is going as I’ll do that in the preparation process. Feel free to bring a friend, snacks, headphones, a blanket, or anything else that will make the session comfortable for you.

Where are you located?

Wolf & Shadow Tattoo Collective

3434 University Ave. Ste. A

San Diego CA 92104

We are in between Filiberto’s taco shop and King’s Barber, through the gated area with the murals. Parking is on the street only, please don’t park in the dentist office or taco shop lot or you might be towed. There are usually spots in the residential areas on 34th St. and Swift Ave. perpendicular to University Ave.