FAQ

We don’t give price quotes over the phone. There are too many variables—like size, detail, and placement—that impact the cost of a tattoo. The most accurate way to get a quote is to stop by the shop and speak with one of our artists in person.

For smaller pieces, we can usually give you a general price range during a quick consultation. Larger or multi-session tattoos are typically priced hourly, at a rate of $180–$200 per hour, depending on the artist. Our shop minimum is $100 per tattoo.

Yes, we welcome walk-ins! Feel free to stop by or give us a call to check artist availability. If your tattoo is small and can be designed quickly, we’ll do our best to get you in the same day. Walk-ins are always first come, first served.

If you have a specific time or day in mind—or if you’re planning a larger, custom piece—we strongly recommend booking an appointment. This allows your artist the time needed to design something unique and make sure your session is fully prepared.

To book an appointment, simply stop by the shop in person. We require a minimum $100 cash deposit at the time of scheduling. This deposit will be applied to the final cost of your tattoo.

Please note: all deposits are non-refundable. To avoid losing your deposit, we ask that you notify us of any changes or cancellations at least 24 hours in advance.

We require a deposit to respect and protect our artists’ time. Creating a custom tattoo—whether it takes minutes or hours—requires preparation, planning, and design work in advance of your appointment.

The deposit serves as a commitment to your appointment and helps prevent no-shows or last-minute cancellations. It ensures our artists are compensated for the time and effort they put into your piece, even before the needle hits the skin.

Our artists are typically booked throughout the day, so it’s common for your design to be finalized the same day as your appointment. In most cases, your artist will have already started or completed a rough draft ahead of time, and you’ll have the opportunity to review and give input before the tattoo begins. This ensures the final design is exactly what you want.

Depending on the complexity of your tattoo, there may be some wait time while the design is finalized and prepared. We recommend bringing a book, headphones, or something to help pass the time comfortably.

Please keep in mind—quality tattoos take time. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we focus on creating something lasting and exceptional.

No. Even with parental consent, we never tattoo anyone under the age of 18.

No. We are strictly a tattoo shop.

Check out our contact page for a map and directions to the shop

Call us at (480) 632-5485

2401 E. Baseline Road, Suite 108, Gilbert, AZ 85234

Monday-Saturday 11am-8pm & Sunday Closed

Your safety is our highest priority. At Black Lotus Tattooers, we follow strict health and safety protocols designed to provide a clean, safe, and professional tattooing environment.

All of our artists are certified in Bloodborne Pathogens training and are trained in proper infection prevention and cross-contamination control.

We use high-quality, single-use, pre-sterilized disposable needles, cartridges, tubes, grips, razors, ink caps, and other disposable supplies whenever possible. After each tattoo, all single-use items are immediately discarded in approved sharps or medical waste containers. All sharps are safely collected and disposed of by a licensed biomedical waste service.

Every workstation is thoroughly cleaned and disinfected between every client using professional medical-grade disinfectants. All surfaces that may come into contact with equipment or gloved hands are disinfected, and artists wear a new pair of single-use nitrile gloves for every procedure, changing gloves whenever necessary throughout the tattoo process.

We believe professionalism extends beyond the tattoo itself. In addition to maintaining rigorous safety standards, Black Lotus Tattooers carries both general and professional liability insurance, providing an added level of protection for our studio, our artists, and our clients.

• After 2 hours, wash your hands and carefully remove bandage
• Gently wash tattoo with warm water and unscented, dye-free soap
• Rinse with cold water
• Pat completely dry with a paper towel and let air dry for an additional 5 minutes
• Apply a thin layer of ointment and gently rub in until completely absorbed

Follow the above steps 3-5 times daily until tattoo is completely healed: approximately 7-14 days.

During the first few days, your tattoo will weep plasma. It is important to properly clean your tattoo during this time to avoid forming a scab. After approximately 3-5 days, your tattoo will begin to peel and flake. Do not scratch or pick at it. It is important to keep your tattoo clean and dry as it heals.

• Do not re-bandage tattoo
• Do not use anything abrasive to clean tattoo
• Wash hands prior to touching tattoo
• No soaking, swimming, or sunbathing until healed
• Avoid direct sunlight or tanning beds
• Do not use tanning oils or lotions
• Avoid tight fitting clothing
• Always use SPF45+ when exposing tattoo to the sun after it has healed

We sell everything you need to care for your new tattoo. Call 480.632.5485 with questions or concerns.