Pay What You Can
Tattoo Sessions

Welcome to the Pay-What-You-Can Handpoke Tattoo Sessions with The Stab Shack!

Here’s everything you need to know to book your appointment and make the most of this unique opportunity. Please read carefully to ensure you understand the process and policies.

What to Expect

  • Handpoke Tattoos Only: I use a handpoke method, not a machine. This provides a unique, gentle tattooing experience.

  • Design Options: All designs are shown on the sheets below. Designs will be 1 - 4 inches. You will be presented with 3 size options at your appointment to choose from.

  • Placement Preferences: Arms and legs preferred. I reserve the right to deny placements I’m not comfortable with.

  • 2 Designs Per Appointment: Each session allows for up to two designs.

Session Details

  • Time Slots: Each appointment is 3 hours long.

    • Handpoke tattoos are unpredictable in timing: some may take only 45 minutes, while others may require the full 3 hours.

    • If your tattoo cannot be completed in one session, you may need to return for a second appointment at no additional charge to finish your piece.

  • Why 3 Hours?: Handpoke tattoos take longer than machine tattoos due to the precise and meticulous nature of the process.

Deposits

  • Refundable Deposit: $30 per tattoo booked.

    • This deposit can be applied toward your payment, refunded (fully or partially) after your appointment, or kept by the artist if you no-show.

    • No-shows will forfeit their entire deposit.

Booking Policies

  • First Come, First Serve: All spots are limited and will be claimed quickly. Weekend slots will fill first, so act fast!

  • No Rescheduling: If you cancel, your deposit is non-refundable.

    • If the artist cancels, your deposit will be fully refunded.

  • No Back-to-Back Friends: Each person must book their own appointment individually.

  • If you are more than 10 minutes late - Depending on the chosen design(s) we may not be able to complete two in one day. You may have to choose to do only one design. If you are more than 30 minutes late, your session will be cancelled and you forfeit your deposit.

Design Options

  • Size Options: At your appointment, you’ll choose from three size options. Simple designs will range from 1 inch to 4 inches to ensure they’re beautiful and long-lasting. Smaller isn’t always better!

  • How to Choose: Indicate your preferred designs when booking by referring to the sheet name and design number (e.g., "Sheet One, Design 3").

HOW TO BOOK YOUR PAY WHAT YOU CAN SESSION:

- Select your preferred date and time from the calendar

- The next page you will fill out your contact info

- In the COMMENTS of the contact info page, indicate which design(s) you would like (e.g., "Sheet One, Design 3")

- Pay the refundable deposit of $30 per tattoo to secure your spot. Payment instructions and appointment confirmation will be provided within 3 days of booking your spot.

Consideration: Even though this is "Pay-What-You-Can," please be mindful of my time and costs. Most shops charge $80-$150 for even a small tattoo.