Booking a Custom Tattoo: What You Need to Know

Thinking about booking a custom tattoo? Here’s everything you need to know before starting this beautiful project.

What is a custom tattoo?

A custom tattoo is a collaboration between you and me. You bring your ideas, your inspirations, and the key elements that matter to you. I interpret them through my style, my artistic eye, and my experience to create a one-of-a-kind design just for you.

Before booking, it’s important that you feel aligned with my artistic universe. Choosing an artist whose style speaks to you is essential to ensure a smooth and trusting creative experience.

Why is the design shown on the day of the appointment?

I draw your design the day before your session. This allows me to fully immerse myself in your project by rereading our messages, reviewing your form and reference photos, and focusing entirely on your tattoo.

On the day of your appointment, you’ll see the stencil (the outline of the design). All shading and detailing are done freehand, directly on the skin during the session. This approach allows me to adjust everything in real time, making the final result more organic, flowing, and tailored to your body.

It’s not possible to preview a fully finished design in advance, as this would double my workload and compromise the focus and energy I dedicate to each piece.

What if changes are needed?

We always take time at the beginning of the session to look over the design together. We can tweak details or adjust the size to make sure everything fits you perfectly.

For larger pieces

For larger floral or more complex designs, I often work directly on the body using stencil elements or freehand drawing. This allows me to build a piece that flows naturally with your curves and silhouette. You won’t see a complete design beforehand, but you’ll be part of the creation process on the day.

What if I want to see the design before booking?

If you prefer to see a design before committing, I recommend choosing a flash tattoo.

Flash designs are pre-drawn tattoos offered at a fixed size and price. Some are unique, others can be repeated. They may be shown as outlines (stencils) or fully shaded illustrations. This lets you see how I intend to shade and detail the design before booking.

You can browse all available flash designs in my Instagram highlights at @mary.ink.tattoo and book anytime by sending me a message.

In short

My goal is to create a piece that reflects you, in a calm and caring space where you feel safe, understood, and heard. If, on the day, the design doesn’t feel right, there’s absolutely no pressure to go ahead. This moment is yours, and your comfort comes first.

If you have any questions or want to talk through your idea, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Mary – Mary Ink Tattoo

Instagram : @mary.ink.tattoo