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Can I get a price quote over the phone?

No. We cannot accurately quote you a price on a tattoo over the phone. There are many factors that go into determining the price of a tattoo, such as size, detail, and placement on the body. The best thing to do is to come to the shop so we can give you the most accurate quote possible. For smaller tattoos, the artist can usually quote you a ballpark price. Larger tattoos, especially those that will require more than one session, are quoted by the hour. Our shop rate is $180- $200 hour, depending on the artist. There is a minimum of $100 per tattoo.

Do you take walk-ins or do I need to make an appointment?

Yes! We absolutely take walk-ins. You can give us a call or come on down to see if any artists are available. If the tattoo is small enough, and can be put together quickly, we will do our best to take care of you as soon as possible. Walk-ins are first come, first serve. If you would like to get tattooed on a certain day at a certain time or the tattoo is larger, we highly recommend you make an appointment. If its a larger tattoo, this would allow enough time to properly create a custom design for you!

How do I book an appointment?

To book an appointment, you will need to come into the shop. We require a $100 minimum cash deposit for all appointments at the time of scheduling. This amount will be credited to the end price of your tattoo. To avoid losing your deposit, please notify us of any changes to your appointment at least 24 hours in advance. All deposits are non-refundable.

Why do you require a deposit for all appointments?

We value our artists’ time and have implemented this policy to encourage our clients to do the same. The process of producing a custom art piece for someone could take a few minutes or require hours of design time. The deposit is collateral in case a client decides to no show or cancels an appointment.

What can I expect the day of my appointment?

Our artists are very busy and are usually booked out on the days that they work. Commonly, they will draw up your artwork the day of your appointment. This helps ensure that you get exactly what you want and have as much input in the design of the tattoo as you would like. Depending on the size of the piece, expect to be waiting a little while. You may want to bring a book or game to keep you busy. Remember, this is not tv- you are not going to walk out of our shop with a full back piece in an hour, like you saw on Miami Ink.

Do you tattoo anyone under the age of 18?

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

Do you do piercings, cosmetic tattooing or temporary tattoos?

No. We are strictly a tattoo shop.

How do I care for my new tattoo?

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.

Where are you located?

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

What are your hours?

Monday-Saturday 11am-8pm & Sunday Closed

What are your sterilization procedures?

All of our artists are trained in the proper handling and sterilization of equipment and are certified in Bloodborne Pathogens training.

Following the tattooing process, the contaminated instruments are placed into a stainless steel tray with a lid, carried into the sterilization room, and placed into a deep stainless steel tray filled with CaviCide. CaviCide is a surface disinfectant and decontaminant cleaner that is bactericidal, fungicidal, and tuberculocidal. At the end of the workday, the instruments are put into an ultrasonic cleaner for 5-10 minutes using 30ml (1 fl. Oz.) of CaviCide per liter (.26 gallon) of water. They are then rinsed thoroughly and put into individual self sealing sterilization pouches and placed into a Midmark Ritter M9 autoclave for 5 minutes at 270° F (132° C) 27.1 Psi (186 Kpa), then dried for 30 minutes in accordance to the manufacturer’s instructions. They are then ready for use and taken out of the autoclave machine and placed in the designated drawer in the workstation. All needles are one time use only and are immediately disposed of into a Sharps container after every procedure. The Sharps containers are picked up periodically by a biological monitoring service.

Single use nitrile medical examination gloves must be worn at all times when prepping, tattooing, and cleaning up after a service has been performed. To help prevent against cross- contamination, all work surfaces are sprayed with CaviCide and wiped down after every tattoo. Special precautions are taken in all aspects to prevent any cross-contamination.

Instructions provided by the manufacturer of the autoclave will be posted in the sterilization room on how to properly clean and care for the autoclave to make sure it is in optimal running condition. Spore tests are done monthly to ensure the machine is working properly.

"Absolutely the best tattooers in the valley. Byron is an artistic genius. I won't go anywhere else."

Bob Martin

"Byron worked with me to make my tattoo absolutely perfect. This shop is awesome. All the people are great. Of all the shops I've checked out in Arizona, this is the only one where I'd feel confident getting inked by an artist they have. All very talented artists!"

Sarah Jean Kutzler

"Tyler is a phenomenal artist and an even better person. He was professional, had great suggestions regarding the piece, and was an all around pleasure to work with. Will definitely be visiting him again!"

Amanda Bartley

"Can't say enough good things about the shop and their artists. I've been tattooed by Tyler four times now and I'm going back for another two sessions. They have a client for life."

John Curiel

"I love the tattoo that Jarom made me. It looks fantastic and the whole experience was great. I'd definitely suggest checking out this shop."

Lindsey Billings

Jarom did an excellent job on my first tattoo and I'm very happy with how it came out. Very professional and a really cool guy. highly recommend this place."

Joshua Campbell

"Love this shop. Each tattoo artist takes great care in their work! I see David for his amazing illustrative work and his love for Tolkien lore!"

Sydney Murphy

"Had an amazing first tattoo experience with David. The rest of the staff were very friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. Definitely recommend this studio!"

Joshua Navejar

"This shop is always professional and clean. I recently had Jordan Lilly, and his line work and shading are incredible. As a woman, I appreciated that he took the time to ensure the tattoo flowed with my body and other tattoos. The artistry of placement is just as important as technique. Definitely recommend him and will be returning!"

Mary S.

"John was amazing and really helped make the whole experience great... would recommend him to everyone !"

Rachel Harper

"John Hansen is one of the best in the business! The staff at Black Lotus is top notch and very professional. Do yourself a favor and be patient enough to wait for the artist of your choice. John's work made the 5 month wait worth every minute!"

Kyle Knight

"My first tattoo experience was so positive that I decided to work on a full sleeve. Brian Savage is an absolute professional and gifted artist. The environment of the shop is welcoming and professional. I'd absolutely recommend this studio."

Rocksalt Metalworks

"Brian Savage is an epic artist with instincts which are spot on! I am proudly wearing 3 of his works of art now!"

Casey Brown

"I continue to come here for my tattoo needs. Very knowledgeable and creative staff. The artists are welcoming, friendly and go above and beyond to make sure you love your art work!"

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