FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Answers to Your Questions
NO ONE WAS AROUND WHEN I POPPED BY?
Holy Seraphim is a private studio, meaning that artists are only around when they are available, or when they have set appointments! We post a general time for our hours to make it easier to pop in when someone is likely to be around. If you’d like to chat with someone, feel free to give us a call, or fill out the form on the contact us page found here! We look forward to working with you!
DO YOU TAKE WALK-INS?
Yes! Friday and Saturday are set aside to chat with you and book walk-in appointment! The availability will vary depending on if we have artists with free time, but we will book you a consultation if we are unable to accommodate you immediately.
HOW MUCH WILL MY TATTOO COST?
Each of our artists independently sets their own pricing, but typically a tattoo will be charged at an hourly, or a flat rate. Contact your artist directly to get a better idea of pricing.
WILL MY TINY TATTOO COST LESS?
Our shop minimum charge is $100. Even if your tattoo takes 3 minutes. Why you might ask? Tiny tattoos typically take more skill and precision than any other type of tattoo. Our artists spend years refining their ability to create quality work, and that is what you are paying for. Not to mention that a 3-minute tattoo uses just as much equipment and materials as a 3-hour tattoo, and all sanitary equipment that we use is disposable.
WHAT SANITARY PRODUCTS DO YOU USE?
Only the best! Sanitation is essential for your health and our artist's health. We use high-end disposable sanitary equipment and end every tattoo session by cleaning with CaviCide, a disinfectant product recognized countrywide by healthcare professionals. We also ultrasonic clean with a surgical cleaning solution regularly.
CAN I BRING MY KID TO MY APPOINTMENT?
The short answer is no. The long answer is, that we do not allow children under the age of 14 to be present for the duration of a tattoo session. If you bring your toddler or child to a tattoo session, you will lose your deposit and be asked to come back another time. If something comes up, please give the shop or your artist 72 hours notice so that we can properly respond to the situation.
WHY SHOULD I LEAVE MY KID AT HOME?
If you need to bring a kiddo in to ask a quick question, that's fine. If you need to bring them for a consultation, please speak to your artist prior, to confirm that they are ok with it.
Children under 14 are not allowed to be present during tattoo appointments. Why? Tattoo shops deal with biohazardous materials, and typically have delicate art and decorations in the area. Not to mention toxic cleaning chemicals and sharps disposals.
We also have clients and artists that need to be able to concentrate without worrying about children's safety or behaviour in the shop. if you have the option, please leave kiddos at home.
HOW DO I BOOK AN APPOINTMENT?
You have three direct options to begin the booking process:
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1. Go to our Tattoo Artists page for their direct contact information to book.
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2. Email holyseraphimtattoo@gmail.com directly to request information or an appointment.
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3. Use our Contact Us page to get into contact with the shop and begin the process.
DOES YOUR SHOP OFFER PIERCINGS?
No. We will not have a piercer on board with us, however we highly recommend Piercings by Kelly in Waukesha. Give them a call, or text them at 414-313-3328
HOW SHOULD I PREPARE FOR MY APPOINTMENT?
1. Drink lots of water
2. Moisturize the area to be tattooed
3. Shower the day of, or night before your appointment
4. Eat a good meal before you come
5. Bring water, sugary drinks, and snacks for your appointment
6. Dress appropriately for your appointment (ask your artist if your unsure)
7. DO NOT DRINK ALCOHOL for 24hrs prior to the appointment
8. Get ready to have a great time!
HOW DO DEPOSITS WORK?
Deposits are a non-refundable guarantee for your appointment. It is subtracted from the total cost of your tattoo after your final appointment. Artists determine the deposit amount; however, the shop minimum deposit is $100. You must have at least $100 on file to book an appointment with your artist. If you continue a project, that deposit will move forward and be taken off your final appointment total.
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You will fill out a deposit agreement at the time of placing your deposit with your artist, which outlines the expectations of clients and artists regarding the deposit.
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This agreement is required for your deposit to be valid.
ARE THERE ANY REASONS I COULD BE TURNED AWAY FROM MY APPOINTMENT?
1. If you show up intoxicated
2. If we suspect that you may be on any illicit substances
3. If you refuse to sign any consent forms or agreements
4. If you are verbally or physically aggressive or abusive to any of our staff, artists, or clients *to be determined at the sole discretion of the victim and staff*
5. If you were/are aggressive or abusive in communications with our staff or artists prior to your appointment (you may be contacted and asked not to show up before you arrive) *to be determined at the sole discretion of the victim and staff*
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Note: If you are asked to leave the appointment for any of the above reasons, your deposit will be absolved.