Nov 08
Welcome to The Inkwell
Getting a tattoo is a serious decision. It is important to arm yourself with as much information as possible and education is of the utmost importance to us at The Inkwell. Health regulations vary from state to state, city to city and in some cases, there are no health regulations in place at all. This can make tattooing a dangerous practice indeed. However, by taking precautions based on a combination of professional expertise, common sense, research and extensive clinical practice we here at The Inkwell strive to provide you with the safest body modification experience possible.
The mission of The Inkwell is to foster equal involvement and care in each aspect of the studio. We encourage our customers to be a part of the creative process, as this is our passion, and total client satisfaction is our ultimate goal. We also encourage our customers to ask any and all questions they may have about their body art experience, including health and safety practices. As an active member of the A.P.T. (Alliance of Professional Tattooist), Kate is well educated, not only in the art of tattoo, but in maintaining a safe and sterile studio environment. Please check out www.safe-tattoos.com for more information on the A.P.T.
Tattoos should reflect who you are and what you like. Take your time and make sure your tattoo will be something that you can live with forever. Don’t be limited to what a studio has on hand; Sometimes part of finding the perfect tattoo involves explaining your ideas to the tattooist, and/or bringing in reference materials. Kate can draw a custom design for you. Discuss size, color, and placement. Sometimes designs that work on paper may not work on your skin. Also make sure to give the placement of your tattoo alot of thought. Most people have a gut feeling about where they would like to have their tattoos placed. Choosing where your tattoo is placed should not necessarily be based on fear of how much it might, or might not hurt. Every person’s body reacts differently, so the sensation will vary from person to person. Size is another issue. Starting small is not always best. As tattoos age they spread a little, so get the tattoo the size that it will look the best over time. Discuss these, and all other aspects of your tattoo with your tattoo artist. They can share their experience with you.
You should never “price shop”. Tattoo prices are based on quality as well as time and prices vary from artist to artist. This is not a trade where there are fixed prices. Look at portfolios showcasing examples of tattoos by the artist that will be working on you. Look at line quality and smoothness of blends of color. These photos are the best way to determine if an artist is worth what you pay them or is capable of the style you seek.
Please, don’t gamble with your skin.
A cheap tattoo now, may cost you hundreds of dollars to fix later or even worse, may cost you your health.
February 27th, 2008 at 6:46 pm
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November 15th, 2008 at 5:00 am
HEY EVERYONE, IVE HAD 2 TATS DONE BY KATE AND HER WORK IS AMAZING, SHE EVEN FIXED AN OLD ONE DONE BY SOMEONE ELSE, VERY TALENTED , FRIENDLY AND PROFESSIONAL, LOVE IT, KATE IS THE ONLY ONE I SEE NOW FOR INK
January 28th, 2009 at 10:30 pm
Hi everyone, if you are trying to decide on a professional to do your tattoo. HELL LOOK NO FURTHER!!!! KATE is your girl and she is detailed and very passionate about her work and thats what you want. Not just someone to get you in get done and get the money. YOU WANT KATE!!!!
March 17th, 2009 at 7:57 am
My husband and I have several tats from Kate and we will not go anywhere else. Kate and her friendly staff are truely the best we love her and we recommend her to anyone who wants a very talented and very clean tatoo artist to put ink on their body. We love you Kate you are the best!!!!!
March 31st, 2009 at 1:01 pm
kate did so great on my first tattoo. she talks you through it. kate is the one i go to for all my tattoos!!!!!
August 16th, 2009 at 6:23 pm
Kate did my one and only tat (so far). She has done tats for my wife and daughters, as well as piercings for them. We have never been anything but absolutely thrilled with work done at The Inkwell! Stepping into The Inkwell was a bit of a culture shock for me. I expected all studios to be like the few I had been in previously; a little seedy feeling, and a little intimidating. I felt none of that at The Inkwell. I stepped into a bright, cheery studio that actually felt welcoming. Even before I decided to get a tat, I always felt welcome there. I would go with my wife and daughters when they got work, and really enjoyed those experiences. Kate and her staff exude the easy manner that comes from true competence and professionalism. The Inkwell was the only studio I even remotely considered for my first tat. And, as long as Kate is there, The Inkwell will be the only place I consider for any more.
August 26th, 2009 at 12:02 pm
My wife just had three tatoos done by the Ink Well and they were some of the best i have seen. I just turned forty and they look so good i have decided to let Kate give me my first tat. Get ready i’ll be making an appointment real soon.
October 12th, 2009 at 6:05 am
I got my tragus peirced with Kate. She’s very clean and tells you step by step what she is doing! Does the inkwell do implant piercings?
November 5th, 2009 at 11:29 am
At this time, we do not offer implant services of any kind.
December 27th, 2009 at 9:51 pm
Kate has done two of my tattoos, she is GREAT !!! Ihave several more that I would like to get done, and she is the only one that I trust to do them for me. She is very clean, friendly, and does tell you what she is doing as she does it. I definataly recommend her to all of my friends.