Missoula Tattoo Consultations

Frequently Asked Questions

Below is a form that asks all of the main info that we would need to know to commit to a piece. You can fill it out anytime, from anywhere.

They’re good for us! Occasionally, there is a good deal of time that goes by between the time you make your request and the time of your procedure. This form gives us something to look back on. Filling it out for us online means that it automagically gets saved to all the places we may need it as we get time to think and work on it. As your ideas and ours grow over time, we can both gauge our progress and keep your raw ideas accessible. (Also, it makes us look legit to Google!)

They’re great for you! While filling out a Consultation Form is not necessary, and you are welcome at any time to come and speak with your artist of choice, taking a minute here will save a lot of potential mix-ups down the line. The artist of your choice will have a written copy of your request! That means less excuses about lost or forgotten assignments. This also gives us a starting point to look back on. Once you talk to us you may find that your ideas change a bit. We understand that, but this gives us a starting point of everything to leave in or out.

Whats after the Consultation?

Once you submit your form it will be logged by the website and then forewarded to your artist. They will not open it until they have time to reply to it properly. If you feel it has been more time than you are ok with, at the bottom of any page on the site you may leave a message for your artist and we will make sure that you get an answer of some sort.
From there, you will be able to refine your ideas or send through any relevant images and figure out your scheduling and budgeting needs.

After the artist confirms, you will be able to visit our Appointment booking page to book a time that works for you and pay your deposit. If it says that there is nothing available for the date you selected, try checking further future dates.

Tattoo Day Preparation

On the day of your tattoo you should try to get a good nights sleep, eat a good meal and dress comfortably. These are the things that can really help the most to make the process a breeze. Client comfort and experience is paramount here, so we plan for that, but you should too.
When you come in, you will get a tablet to fill out your consent form. This will be your entertainment center during the tattoo with apps like Netflix, Hulu or Pandora. Sometimes we jam out and sometimes we like it quiet. We have speakers and headphones on deck, or you can bring your own.
From there you sit back and relax and let us do our thing!

May I bring in my own design?

If you have a drawing that you created the art or know the artist, or even if that artist just doesn’t do tattoos, we have action… Just remember that unless you have a note from the other tattooist and the customer in the photo that they want to be your “Tattoo Twinsie” this is a horrible plan for your new tattoo and our artists will do everything they can to make your design custom. You May send us or bring in whatever you like that will add to the understanding of the design you are after. These could be positive (things you like) or negative (things you don’t like). We can always get you very close to any design or style you like, but ripping someones tattoo is poor form for both the artist and the client. Keep that in mind when searching for design ideas and also for artists.

Tell me about the process

Every tattoo is as unique as the person that we put it on. However, there does seem to be a general flow to the process.

First: Make the decision. Whatever your reasoning, make your tattoo something special. Do your research, and speak to an artist about your ideas before your friends, and definitely before commiting to any one idea. Often the artist will have insights based on experience and can help guide you in creating something that will stand the test of time.

Second: When you are ready, visit this page and fill out the consultation form at the bottom of this page. From there we take on the assignment or make a recommendation. We will also give a quote on either time or price and will send a you a link to book your appointment.

Third: Get tattooed! Sometimes there is a little bit of a wait for this, but we guarantee that it will be worth it!

Do you require a deposit

Due to the size and nature of the work that we do, we are only able to get to one to two clients per day per artist. This means that if someone flakes on an appointment, our economic situation gets severely stressed out and we are left sitting with nothing to do for a half or full day. Therefore, we will require a deposit on your appointment time in accordance with the perceived final price, generally $50-10%. Depending on the size of your tattoo, this may be credited to you on your last session.

The purpose of this is to inspire you to make it to all of your appointments, and make sure that the finished product is realized in a timely manner. We understand that things come up, and that tattoos are a non-essential purchase, but this is a serious business for us, so we require 24 hours notice of any issues with appointment times so that we can to fill that time. We will do the same for you. Failure on your part will result in loss of deposit.
The deposit money basically insures our drawing time. Meaning that we get something for the work that we put in and the time that we set aside. The money will be credited to your total when it comes time to pay for the tattoo. Paying the deposit tells us that you are familiar with us and our style of work. If you are not please check out our Artist Portfolios.
On full coverage work, sleeves, socks and the works, your artist may charge a larger, one time deposit to begin the artwork. Generally this deposit will come off the very last session, when everything has been done but needs that last once over. This is when the artist has the most incentive to finish the tattoo and this gives YOU the most incentive to come get your last few bits of pain in for your money.

Aftercare

Expectations and Care
Days 1-2
Your tattoo will still be new and fresh. Wait at least two hours before you remove the bandage. Wash the tattoo 3-5 times per day to keep it clean, using a liquid antibacterial soap, like Dr. Bronner’s Castille soap. Keep the tattoo protected from the elements, especially avoid direct sunlight on the tattoo. After washing the tattoo, apply a thin layer of ointment to moisturize the tattoo. We recommend using Redepmtion Aftercare, A&D Ointment, or Aquaphor.
Day 3-7
This is the first stage of healing, so the new skin that is growing may dry out and itch. Continue washing your tattoo as before, using clean hands and a clean towel to pat dry. Now a light, unscented lotion can be used as needed instead of the ointment. Please remember that the lotion is to moisturize, not to be a barrier, so only apply a thin layer when using lotion.
Day 7-14
During the second stage of healing, your tattoo may continue to itch and flake, so continue the cleaning regimen even though the risk of infection is decreased, and continue to apply thin layers of lotion as needed. After two weeks, the tattoo should have its finished appearance and you are then free to return to your normal lifestyle, including swimming and strenuous activity. We highly encourage continuing to apply lotion to the tattoo, as well as using sunscreen to prevent deterioration of your beautiful artwork!

Monday – Sunday

Phones 10am-10pm

Walk-Ins 11am – 6pm

Contact

Address 2825 Stockyard Rd/D3

Phone 406-396-8252

Email montanatattoocompany@gmail.com

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