Guide to Choosing Tattoo Locations

– The Dubuque Tattoo Club LLC is located at 1085B University Ave in Dubuque, Iowa.
– The club offers various tattoo styles including Realistic, Japanese, American Traditional, New School, and Portraits.
– Appointments are available with a deposit, and cash is the only accepted form of payment.
– An ATM is available in the studio for client use.
– The club offers gift certificates in any amount.
– The studio can be contacted through phone or in-person for further inquiries.
– Getting a tattoo can be painful, with the level of pain varying depending on the individual and the location of the tattoo.
– Aftercare for tattoos is recommended, with suggestions for products such as antibacterial hand soap, ointments, and non-scented hand lotion.
– The shop has a shop minimum price of $80-$100.
– The hourly rate for tattoos can range between $100-$200 per hour depending on the artist.
– Consultations are free, but appointments may be necessary for scheduling with a specific artist.
– Walk-ins are accepted, but appointments are recommended for guaranteed availability.
– Tattoo prices are determined by factors such as size, detail, and location. Consultations or sending images for price estimates are recommended.
– All-day tattoo sessions are available, with pricing dependent on the artist’s hourly rate.
– In Iowa, individuals must be at least 18 years old with a valid state or government-issued ID to get a tattoo. No exceptions are allowed.
– Age requirements for piercings vary, with basic earlobe piercings available for those aged 7+ and certain piercings requiring parental consent for those aged 16+. Other piercings have a minimum age of 18.
– To get a tattoo or piercing, a valid state or government-issued photo ID is required unless parental consent is provided.
– Standard jewelry and aftercare are included in the price of a piercing, with additional aftercare options available for purchase.
– Aftercare supplies, including instructions, bandages, and ointment, are provided with every tattoo and piercing.
– It is recommended to eat at least 4 hours before getting a piercing or tattoo, get a good night’s sleep, ensure your phone is charged, and bring headphones if you plan on listening to music.
– It is advisable to wait at least two weeks before swimming or tanning after getting a tattoo.
– Small children must be accompanied and monitored by an adult during appointments and must remain in the lobby area.
– Deposits are required for booking tattoo appointments, with minimum deposits ranging from $50 to $200 determined by the artist.
– Deposits go towards the cost of the tattoo and are non-refundable.
– Cancellations or reschedules without over 72-hour notice forfeit the deposit.
– No call/no shows automatically forfeit the deposit and require an additional deposit to reschedule.
– Repeated failures or late arrivals without notifying the artist may result in being declined future services.
– Changing the design drastically more than 2 times or within 72 hours prior to the appointment will also forfeit the deposit.
– Deposits left or cancellations not rescheduled within 30 days will forfeit the deposit.
– Clients must contact the shop or artist if they cannot keep their scheduled appointment.
– Emergencies may be considered for leniency regarding the deposit.