Before inquiring of a new tattoo I urge potential clients to consider what specific elements they are imagining, where on the body it will be and the approximate size.

When given artistic freedom I’m actually able to work more efficiently. I do need some assistance since I can’t climb inside your brain to see what you’re thinking.

Ie: Is there a specific type of flower, or species of animal? Is it facing upwards, downwards or in profile view? Is is sitting, dancing or prancing? Is there an overwhelming feeling of cute, stoic or sad? Is it standing alone or are there elements in the background or foreground?

Sometimes I recommend making a sketch of your thoughts, even if it’s the most basic stick figure and arrow situation to help identify and map. This allows us to have a shared visual language about your ideas.

I generally accept most inquiries that are in line with the subject matter you see and in the style I have curated.

I prefer to create detail and depth in my designs rather than pack too much information into a small space. This will allow your tattoo design room to heal beautifully for many years to come.

I am not currently nor do I plan to make trees, landscape scenes, human figures or text.

I do not tattoo ribs, stomachs, upper hips, pubic areas or chests of new clients. These placements are especially difficult on both of our bodies. If you are an existing client, we can discuss.

Coverups are not generally feasible with the finer line quality of my work. If you’re thinking you’d like a coverup I will recommend getting a handful of sessions of laser removal in order to lighten an old tattoo. This allows a better more fluid option to coverup the old and bring in the new.

Also keep in mind, I do not recreate other artists works or tattoos, or make designs with specific cultural or religious symbolism outside of my Greek and Jewish heritage out of respect for myself and for you.

While experiencing high demand for custom work I’ve decided it’s in all of our best interest for me to take only 3-4 months of appointments at a time. That means that about four times a year I will be accepting new clients so we can secure a date in the foreseeable future. When my books are closed I will not be responding to new client inquiries so that I can focus on drawing for and tattooing the folx currently on my schedule.

Specific dates for books opening vary. Please sign up for the mailing list. Every three or four months I will send out an email to folks on the list with information about my next booking availability. This allows you time to gather your thoughts without the stress of a timeframe of ‘books open’. It usually takes me a few weeks to read and reply to everyone, so thanks in advance for your patience.

Keep in mind I am just one person managing all of the elements of communication, design and actual tattoo time. I can only work so many hours in a day. I consistently have requests from existing clients that will take priority before accepting new clients. Let this not turn you off from submitting a request, just know that it’s not personal if I can’t take your project at this time.

Trust is the biggest pillar in this process. You’re here because you enjoy what you’ve seen come out of my hands. If you’re certain about your tattoo idea and that my work is stylistically in line with the idea in your head, this will go smoothly.

I do not email final designs in advance of the appointment. Designs are ready upon your arrival. I leave cushion time in my day if edits are necessary. I understand this can be nerve wracking for some. However, please understand that there are larger visionary aspects to a tattoo than what initially meets the eye upon paper. You are in good hands and will be cared for!

Consultations are not generally necessary as I’m usually able to gather most information from our email communication. Upon confirmation of the project I’ll email an estimated length of time and deposit requirement for your project, and booking information will be forwarded.

An estimate is based on projected time in relation to the details, size and placement you provide in the request email. I will share this when I send confirmation and booking information.

I work at a rate of $300/hour for the entirety of your tattoo appointment which includes all preparation, set-up, design adjustments, stenciling and freehanding, breaks and aftercare discussion.

Changing placement or size may alter your estimated cost.

I understand that tattoos are expensive and disposable income is hard to come by. I will do my best to work with you within your budget. Ultimately I do not recommend shortchanging yourself on the design you desire. If you have a specific financial situation do note that in your email and I will do my best to work with you if I am able.

Note that as a small business cash is the preferred method of payment for your appointment, but we do of course take cards. Brilliance and I thank you for your consideration.

Every appointment requires a $300 booking fee. This is a non-refundable, non-transferrable agreement that we are committing to an agreed upon project, and will start my drawing process. Some or all of this deposit will be held as a drawing, communication fee, depending on the complexity and size of your tattoo.

Deposits are held for an agreed upon project. Changes to the subject matter and design may require an additional fee.

Cancellation with less than one week notice may void your deposit. See below.

In case of reschedule, email me directly with at least 72 hours notice of your scheduled appointment.

Unfortunately any appointment cancelled for any reason with less than 72 hours will void their deposit.

If you start to feel unwell please do not show up sick or you’ll be asked to leave.

If you must reschedule your appointment after confirming it, please email as soon as possible. Appointments must be rescheduled upon cancellation or within 30 days or the deposit will be void. Three reschedules will invalidate your deposit.

I’m a proud resident at Brilliance Tattoo, located at 3399 Washington Street, Jamaica Plain, Boston, MA. We offer a low volume, appointment only space. It is quite lovely, and filled with plants and sun.

There is dedicated parking behind the shop. We are also only one block from the Green Street orange line train station. I’m looking forward to welcoming you to this inviting and calm space for your new adornment.