FAQ

18 is the legal age for tattoos in Texas, unless to cover an existing obscene or offensive tattoo. Parental consent forms and state ID for parent and minor must be provided and must accompany the minor.

Yes, however walk-ins are by availability, we recommend calling the studio first. If you have a particular artist in mind connect directly with them via their preferred means of contact stated within their bio.

Walk-ins:

A walk-in tattoo is usually something simple that can be done quickly, sleeves, chest pieces and back pieces are not walk-in material. However, you can walk-in for a consultation for your larger tattoo.

We take our walk-ins on a first-come first-serve basis, so it is always a good idea to call the shop to see if we have availability for the day.

Appointments:

Appointments are the best way to go about getting a custom tattoo. Appointments ensure that you get your own time slot reserved with the artist of your choice and allow you and your artist more time to make sure the design is exactly what you want.

The cost of a tattoo depends on many factors such as size, detail, placement, etc. All of the artists at Flying Tiger Tattoo Co. price their own tattoos. Quotes are very difficult to give over the phone, so we don’t.

There are many factors that determine the time it will take and how to price permanent body art. This is why most shops will not give estimates over the phone or online for a tattoo idea. The best way to get an estimate is to stop by and talk it over with one of our friendly Tattoo artist.

Here is a comprehensive guide to give you an idea of HOW our tattoo artists come up with their prices.

1. Size

Know what size you want your tattoos! Use inches when talking about the size.

If you don't know how many inches you want, hold a ruler or measuring tape up to your body.

2. Detail

The more complex the tattoo, the more it will cost. Lots of detail means you will want to go bigger. Some people get confused by this and ask, "can't you just make it smaller?" Too much detail in a small tattoo will rarely stand the test of time and in a few years, it may just end up looking like a grey blob where that microscopic mandala used to be.

3. Color or Black and Grey?

Color tattoos will almost always be more expensive. Color tattoos can take up to 2 or 3 times longer to complete than black and grey. And opaque grey tattoos (usually used in black and grey cover ups) can be around the same amount of work as a full color piece!

4.Style

Some styles are more expensive than others. Realism and new school styles take much more time than more traditional styles and can end up costing more money. Bold simple tattoos generally take less time to complete and will be cheaper. However, if you really want that sick realistic lion, you might want to save up a little more.

5.Placement

Believe it or not, some areas of the body are much harder to tattoo!

It is not uncommon for one of these difficult areas (ribs, stomach, neck etc. to take longer than if you got the same design on a different part of the body, and therefore will cost more.

6. Quality

We have done many cover-ups for people who found a Cheap deal. A cheap tattoo isn't good, and a good tattoo aren't cheap. At Flying Tiger Tattoo, you will get solid quality at a fair price.

These are the factors that go in to determining a price for your tattoo!

Remember even with all this information the tattoo may take more or less time than the artist estimates. That's why it's called an ESTIMATE! Tattooist in the Austin, Tx. area generally charge from $175 on up per hour pending on their experience level. The shop minimum is $80. Flying Tiger Tattoo offers a state-of-the-art tattoo experience from consultation through the healing process. The products we use for tattooing are fully disposable and new for each tattoo client.

We accept Credit Cards, Debit Cards and cash. We also have gift cards!

1. Figure out what you want.

It's OK if you don't know all the details, but if you know the main idea, we can handle the rest. We will be happy to assist you in the process from the start. We have unique flash and our talented artist at Flying Tiger Tattoo Co. are true professionals and will assist you. Start gathering reference photos. Google is your friend! Take screenshots and bring your references but remember we will do our custom version. Nobody wants to steal from another artist. And doesn't it sound nice to have your own custom tattoo unique from everyone else?

2. Your artist will need the following information before giving you an estimate: Size in inches, placement on the body, amount of detail, color scheme and desired style.

3. Look at our various Tattoo artist's portfolios. You want to choose an artist who works in a style you like and if you're not sure still, we will be more than happy to set you up with the artist that fits your needs. However, if you have an artist in mind, please reach out directly to them here on the website via their profile picture link found on the home page.

So, you're ready to set up your appointment, during your free consultation you & your artist discussed the project and went over the details, pictures, sketches, placement size, etc. Now you and your artist are on the same page so they can begin to design your custom art piece. If the tattoo will be scheduled for a future date at that point, we request a deposit to hold your appointment slot.

A deposit ensures that you and your artist are both dedicated to the project and taking it seriously….and that you will show up on your appointment day as well. All deposits made are deducted from your total on appointment day.

Even if you are getting a smaller piece, we always recommend a good night’s rest and a solid meal prior to your appointment. If you're having a long session and may want drinks or snacks, please bring them. We do have complementary beverages to offer. If you are doing a piece that will require you to expose certain areas of your body, please think ahead and dress accordingly or bring something to change into here. We have privacy screens for artists station to offer and will do our best to make sure that you are comfortable.

Ink seepage or splattering is always a possibility! Please don’t wear your favorite outfit.

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Please arrive at your appointment on time, preferably no more than 15 minutes early and no more than 5 minutes late. If you are running late, please call your artist to make sure your appointment is secure. 512-520-5792

Once your skin is prepped for the tattoo, your artist will place the stencil and you will have the opportunity to confirm the placement of your design.

During the tattoo process you may need to take a break, just let your artist know. Once your tattoo session is completed, your artist will explain your responsibility with aftercare of your new tattoo. If you have any questions regarding your tattoo or aftercare please call the shop or your artist.

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