FAQs

If you are looking to inquire generally, please submit your form via the contact page. Since I specialize in large scale tattoos (i.e. backpieces, sleeves, etc) it usually takes me 2 years to complete projects of this nature and therefore I can only open my books for large scale projects every couple years. Occasionally I do have days open up for one shot projects. I try to send out a newsletter to my subscribers to give them first dibs on those days. Everyone else is generally informed via Instagram. I will only accept requests made through my contact page. This is for the safety of all my clients. BEWARE SCAMMERS.

I will then review the requests that I receive in the order in which they are received. Due to the overwhelming number of requests that I receive, I am unable to respond to every request or to take on every project that is presented. In order to continue the growth and evolution of my art, I am looking for project inquiries that tend to be more illustrative in nature. I will usually list some ideas and themes that are currently interesting to me for anyone who is open to things that inspire me. If I am able to take on your project, you will receive an email reply from my contact email that goes over pricing and scheduling policies. Quick responders generally get booked first. Be sure to check spam folders and mark my email as not spam so you will receive responses quickly.

Yes. I am more likely to take on a project with fewer restrictions on design and body placement than a project that has very set-in-stone parameters. Choosing from my list of projects is a quick way to start a conversation with me. However, I usually have a very specific idea in mind for these including color schemes and layouts so if you have specific desires this might not be the best choice for you. Bringing me a great general (theme) idea will also get you noticed more quickly than an inquiry with lots of specifics and things that must be done a certain way. Most importantly, I am looking for clients who are DEDICATED enough to put forth the time and financial investment necessary for them to receive the best possible tattoo.

Due to time constraints and the overwhelming number of requests I receive, it is possible that I may be unable to take on your project. However, if I think a project may be suitable for one of my coworkers or another tattoo artist I know, I may respond to your email with a referral to another artist. You may also view my coworkers’ portfolios on www.unkindnessart.com. Please do not remind me how many times you've applied. I am trying my best to tattoo as many people as I can and sometimes its just stars aligning or ships passing in the night.

I generally work on large projects, such as full sleeves or back pieces. To efficiently finish these projects, I generally ask clients to sit full days at a time. A full day can be anywhere between 5-7 hours of tattoo time including a lunch break. I charge a full day rate of $2,000 when tattooing from my home studio in Richmond, Virginia, and I charge a full day rate of $2,500 when tattooing at a convention or doing a guest spot at another shop. A half day is 3-4 hours and half the price (no lunch break). I also take a $1000 booking fee for large projects in advance in order to confirm an appointment ($500 for half day appointments.) Booking fee is credited towards the project and is deducted from the final session. Clients who schedule large projects will be asked to book at least one full day appointment every other month, or two back-to-back full days every 4 months. If clients fail to book within this requested timeframe, the booking fee will be forfeit and a new one will need to be placed in order to schedule further appointments. No shows or last minute cancellations will also forfeit their booking fee. Exemptions may apply at the artist’s discretion, i.e. in times of serious illness or pregnancy.

I tattoo daily at Unkindness Art, located in Richmond, Virginia.

I do not send out drawings to clients prior to the appointment. All drawings are done for the day of the appointment or drawn directly onto the skin. This does require a lot of trust which is extremely appreciated! Additionally, I do not do drawings for clients who will not be getting tattooed by me. I also ask that you do not take copies of my work to someone else to tattoo.