FAQ, Booking Info & Aftercare

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Where are you based?

I am currently a resident artist at Thornwood House, a tattoo shop in Bear River, Nova Scotia.

Are your books open?

Yes. You can always contact me to book a tattoo appointment.

How do I book an appointment?

You can Fill out this form to book a custom tattoo

Or, you can send an email to drawingwolftattoo@gmail.com!

If you are booking via email, Please include the following information:

  • Your name
  • Dates and times you are available to come get tattooed
  • A clear, concise description of your tattoo idea
  • Placement for your tattoo
  • Dimensions in inches
  • Optional: Your Pronouns, Your Budget, Accessibility needs, a Photo of the spot you want tattooed!

Do you ask for deposits?

Yes, I charge a $100 deposit to hold your appointment date. I accept payment via etransfer or paypal. This deposit gets worked into the cost of your tattoo at the session. Once paid, your cannot be refunded in any event unless I have to cancel our appointment. This protects my time and practice. I begin work on your project drafts after receiving your deposit and writing you into my schedule.

What are your rates? How should I pay?

I charge $200/hr.

Upon request , I can do my best to calculate an estimated quote for your project based on the info you provide for me in your email or form The more detail and clarity you can provide, the more accurate the quote can be. If we decide to make significant changes to your project (make it significantly larger or smaller, or make significant changes to the design and placement) the selected quoted total amount may be subject to change.

What do you charge for flash/pre-drawn designs?

Each flash piece has a flat rate assigned to it at its original size for placement on a leg/arm. The rate might change if you want to get the flash tattooed at a different size or on a different part of the body.

If you would like to get one of my drawings tattooed that is not included in my flash sheets, let me know and we can discuss a price for it depending on size/placement, etc!

How can I stay up to date on your work + book + travel updates?

You can email me (drawingwolftattoo@gmail.com) with “mailing list” as the subject line to be added to my mailing list! 

Can I see the tattoo sketch before our appointment date?

I cannot send tattoo sketches over email before the appointment. We will spend the first portion of our session going over the design drafts and making any necessary changes, before beginning the actual tattoo process. I really appreciate your trust and I can’t wait to go over the design drafts together in person!

Can I commission you to draw a tattoo design for another tattooer to tattoo on me?

I do not provide this service at this time, sorry!

Do you do travel to do guest spots? Will you ever be in my city?

Stay tuned for announcements related to my guest spots and travel.

How can I support your practice even if I can’t get a tattoo right now?

You can become a Drawing Wolf Patron at patreon.com/drawingwolf by subscribing for $2-10/mth and get access to behind-the-scenes content and all other perks! Thank you so much for your interest in my work and for your support!

So, you just got a sweet tattoo! Here are some instructions on how to ensure a happy, healthy healing process! Keep in mind that all tattoos are different, and Izzy may have given you some instructions specific to YOUR tattoo. These instructions are to be used ALONGSIDE Izzy’s verbal instructions given to you at the end of your tattoo session. Please do not hesitate to email Izzy, should you have any questions or concerns throughout your healing process.

WITH CLEAR, “SECOND SKIN” Adhesive Bandage (Saniderm, hypafix, or other brand.)

  1. Wear “Second Skin” Adhesive Bandage for up to 7 days. If the bandage becomes compromised (leaking or peeling off to reveal tattoo line, remove immediately) Shower as usual, the bandage will not come off on its own in a hurry.
  2. To remove: take a warm shower and pull the bandage off in the shower after your showering routine. The steam helps loosen the adhesivefor  when you go to peel it off.
  3. Wash your tattoo in lukewarm water with a gentle SCENT-FREE SOAP. I recommend a soap that is gentle and minimal in ingredients/baby soaps/ etc. Harsh chemicals or fragrances could irritate your fresh tattoo.
  4. Get out of the shower and allow your clean tattoo to air dry for a few minutes.
  5. Repeat cleaning before bed and sleep in clean clothes/on clean sheets. 
  6. Repeat the cleaning process every morning and evening for the week following your bandage removal. After each cleaning, allow a few minutes to air-dry and then apply a very thin layer of moisturizer with clean, dry hands. We want the skin to be able to absorb the moisturizer and keep hydrated, but we don’t want to suffocate your fresh tattoo with thick amounts of moisturizer. I recommend A&D Ointment, Aquaphor, Lubriderm.

WITH COMPRESSION TAPE AND “Old School” BANDAGE ( NO “Second Skin”)

  1. Wear Bandage for 24 hours. (If the bandage falls off or is somehow compromised, remove immediately)
  2. Remove bandage and wash tattoo in lukewarm water with a gentle SCENT-FREE SOAP. I recommend a soap that is advertised as gentle and minimal in ingredients/baby soaps/ etc. Harsh chemicals or fragrances could irritate your fresh tattoo.
  3. Allow tattoo to air dry before applying a thin layer of moisturizer with clean, dry hands. 
  4. Repeat cleaning before bed and sleep in clean clothes/on clean sheets. 
  5. Repeat the cleaning process every morning and evening for 9 days following your bandage removal. After each cleaning, allow to air dry and then apply a very thin layer of moisturizer. Apply a small amount of moisturizer with clean, dry hands. We don’t want to suffocate your fresh tattoo. I recommend A&D Ointment, Aquaphor, Lubriderm…

NO

  • Strenuous activity for 5 days. Allow yourself Rest Time after your session to improve your body’s ability to heal.
  • Swimming for 2.5 weeks
  • Baths/hot tubs for 2.5 weeks
  • Sun for 2.5 weeks (Cover tattooed area with clothes and stay out of sun)
  • Picking

TIPS FOR LONG-TERM TATTOO CARE

  • Prevent sun damage. Sunscreen will help protect your tattoos from the sun. After your tattoo is healed (2.5 weeks), habitually apply sunscreen to enhance the longevity of your tatto.
  • Keep skin hydrated. Caring for your skin by moisturizing will help the tattoo appear vivid over time. 

Additional Notes

  • It is normal for your tattoo to be red and inflamed for the first 48 hours of your session, especially on more tender parts of the body, and/or if your tattoo has large saturated sections in the design. Redness and inflammation are not cause for concern unless present several days or a week post-session.
  • Your new tattoo will not look fully healed/settled until at least 4 weeks-6 weeks post-session. As the tattoo heals, it might look a little funky, but have no fear! It will assume its final form after 4-6 weeks.  

As stated and agreed upon in your consent form, failure to take proper care of your fresh tattoo can result in poor healing and even infection. Izzy cannot be held responsible for any issues that are a result of improper tattoo care or failure to follow these instructions. 

Izzy offers a free touch-up session within the first year following your appointment date. Any touch-ups or alterations after the first year are to be made at the client’s expense.

Thank you so much for working with me and for taking great care of your tattoo! 

Please email me if you have any questions or concerns.

Izzy