Booking Info
If you are interested in booking an appointment, it is best to contact me first before putting down a deposit so we can make sure I have an idea of what you are looking to get done and to make sure I am the right artist for you.
Contact me by sending me an email at nghiachungtattoos@gmail.com with the following information:
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Introduce yourself. How did you hear about me?
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Are you local to Orange County, California or will you be traveling for this tattoo?
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Explain your idea in clear descriptions of what you want for your tattoo. If necessary, look up some references and email them over so it gives me a better visual of what you're looking for. When it comes to putting the design together, I will throw in my own spin to it.
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Provide some photos of your body placement where you want it (your arm, back, leg, etc.) and please specify if you have any other existing tattoos in that same area as well.
Disclaimers: I am only accepting tattoos that fits my style which is medium to large scale Asian and Japanese inspired style tattoos such as half sleeves, full sleeves, back, chest, leg sleeves, etc. I am not looking to finish another artist's work, do any major cover ups, small tattoos or styles that I do not specialize in.
Once we communicated via email and would like to move forward with your tattoo project, you may self book your own appointment online through "Book Online" tab. Please do not book your appointment without contacting me first!
Pricing:
I charge by the hour and my current rate is 250 per hour. My minimum is 3 hours and maximum is 7 hours for each session.
I am not sure how long the tattoo will take as every project is different based on the design, how detailed it is, how big the area is, color or black/grey, etc. which is the main reason why I work on an hourly basis until completion.
Deposit policy:
I do require a $200 deposit that can be made through "Book Online" tab to secure a day and time for your appointment. The deposit is non refundable for any reasons but the $200 deposit will go towards the cost at the end of each session. I am only booking 3 months in advance on a first come first serve basis.
Cancellations/Reschedules:
If you need to cancel your appointment and choosing not to reschedule for future appointments, you will lose your deposit. If you need reschedule your appointment, you have 72 hours prior to your appointment to do so without losing your deposit. This will allow me enough time to find a replacement for your appointment. You are able to make adjustment on your own when you sign into your account. You will need to create an account in order to do this.
If you need to reschedule your appointment after the 72 hours period, you will lose your deposit and will need to put another one down. Please let me know if you need to cancel your appointment after the 72 hours period so I can have a heads up to plan accordingly. If you do not give me a heads up and pull a no call no show, there is a possibility that I will not book you for future appointments.
No calls no shows:
I will wait for 15 minutes and if I don't hear a response from you - it is considered as a no call no show which is a cancellation. Pulling a no call no show could possibly remove you from future bookings.
Please arrive on time for your appointment. If you are expecting to be late by a few minutes due to traffic, please let me know in advance. If you are late by a significant amount of time, I have the right to cancel your appointment.
Designs:
The tattoo design will be shown on the day of the appointment so please make sure I am the right artist with the style you are looking for before you book an appointment with me. I do require a bit of creative freedom as I work with stencils and freehand on skin with markers to ensure the composition flows well with your body. Do not book an appointment with me if you are uncomfortable with my design process.
Preparing for the appointment:
Once we've discussed your tattoo idea and deposit has been made, it is important to make sure you are well prepared for the tattoo appointment. It is advised not to drink alcohol 24 hours before your appointment as alcohol may cause excess bleeding. Make sure you get plenty of rest the night before. Eat a meal before the appointment and consider bringing some snacks for the session as you will be sitting for a decent amount of hours. Keep in mind that the tattoo process can get a bit messy so please do not wear your brand new fancy clothes for the session.
Location:
I am currently working at a private studio located in Anaheim, California. The address of the private studio will be sent to your email after deposit has been made.
Aftercare
These are my recommendations for taking care of your new tattoo for the best results.
Your new tattoo will be wrapped up with plastic wrap at the end of the session. Take off the wrap after an hour or whenever you get home. Before touching your new tattoo, please wash your hands with antibacterial soap to prevent infection every single time.
Use warm water and non-scented antibacterial soap to gently clean your tattoo and then pat dry it with a clean towel. Do not re-wrap your tattoo with plastic wrap. You should wash your tattoo 2-3 times a day for the first 3 days.
Right after cleaning and drying your tattoo, I recommend applying a very thin layer of Aquaphor on your tattoo 2-3 times a day for the first 3 days only. Do not apply too much Aquaphor as it may clog the skin pores which will cause the skin to break out and affect its healing.
Consider wearing loose clothing that would not irritate the tattoo when you move around. Avoid touching any unsanitary surfaces or things that could potentially cause an infection to your tattoo.
Starting the fourth day of the healing process, you no longer need to wash your tattoo with non-scented soap anymore as your tattoo will be forming scabs at this point. The golden rule is you want the scabs to stay on as long as possible and have it naturally fall off on its own. When you shower, allow the water run through the tattoo and avoid scrubbing your tattoo as it could prematurely cause the scabs to fall off more easily. I recommend switching to a non-scented lotion such as Aveeno or Lubiderm brand at this point. Use the non-scented lotion for 3-4 times a day for the remaining of the tattoo healing process. Average healing period is 2 weeks but it may vary. It will get very itchy for the upcoming days. Please do not scratch your tattoo or pick your scabs!
For the two weeks period, avoid the following:
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Water activities such as swimming in pool, beach, lake, jacuzzi, sauna, spa, etc.
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Sun exposure
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Animals (Make sure your pets do not scratch or lick your tattoo!)
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Working out and heavy sweating
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Touching your tattoo with dirty hands and dirty surfaces
If you have any questions about the healing process, feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.