Send your enquiry
Tell us your subject, attach any reference images and give an approximate size. Include the placement, the dates you have in mind and any questions about the process.
Consultation · Dublin
Plan your tattoo with your artist
Most projects start with a conversation.
Every project includes a consultation, a chance to talk through the subject, placement and design direction before your tattoo appointment. Here is how your enquiry leads to that conversation.
How it works
We reply with an estimate
We review your request and ask for anything else we need. Your artist then gives an initial estimate. That estimate is not necessarily final, as the project may change through consultation and tattooing. We’ll explain the next steps, starting with your consultation.
Talk the design through
You and your artist discuss the drawing, how it will sit on your body and which details matter most to you. Ask about their suggestions before you settle on a direction.
Final artwork on the day
Final artwork is normally shown on the day of your appointment. There is time to review it, check the placement and agree any adjustments before tattooing starts.
Before you send it
What to send with your enquiry.
Describe your idea, the placement you have in mind and its approximate size. Say which parts of your references appeal to you. If the area already has tattoos, send clear photographs from a few angles so we can see where the work starts.
If cost is part of your planning, see how custom quotes work. If this is your first appointment, our first tattoo guide covers what to expect. Visitors should give their arrival and departure dates and read the Dublin visitor guide.
Questions you may have
01Does every tattoo have a consultation?
Yes, including smaller pieces. After we review your enquiry, we’ll explain the initial estimate and the arrangements for talking through the design.
02Can I request a particular artist?
Yes. Select their name in the form, and look at their portfolio on their artist profile first.
03When does the design work start?
Design discussions start once we have replied to your enquiry and agreed the next steps with you. Final artwork is normally shown on the day of your appointment.
04What happens after I send my enquiry?
We review your request and get back to you about the project. We may ask for more details or photographs. Sending an enquiry does not confirm an appointment.
05Which images are helpful?
References should show the subject, treatment or details you like. Include clear current photographs of any existing tattoos in the placement, with close and wider views.
06Can we discuss comfort or privacy needs?
Yes. Tell us what would help, including needs related to the placement. We’ll discuss the studio arrangements before the appointment.
Your idea can still be open
An idea can still be open when you enquire. Send the references and details you have, and tell us what you want to discuss.