We know it seems like a lot, but everything below really is important and can keep your email from being discarded without being read.
Contrary to popular belief, it is NOT impossible to get a tattoo at Black Hive. It just takes a bit of patience…especially if it’s your first time.
Keep in mind that we will not throw over an existing client to make room for a new client. So, when it’s YOUR turn in the queue, you can be sure that we won’t push YOU aside.
Wait times to get work from an artist vary greatly depending on each artist’s current work load. With the exception of Colbey Joyce, most of our artists put out their “call for new projects” newsletters anywhere from every 3 to 6 months.
*Be sure to sign up for our newsletter by clicking the “newsletter” tab above after you’ve read the rest of this page.
Please keep in mind that our artists do NOT do call a for project requests at the same time! When each one does, READ THEIR POST CAREFULLY and follow their instructions to submit your request.
*We most often send out newsletters on Saturday evening, so the best days to check your email inbox is Sundays and Mondays.
We do consultations before starting any new project to get a better feel of where you want the tattoo, what you are getting tattooed, and why you are getting your tattoo.
Some considerations can be worked out online for out of town clients, but the more personal attention we can give your idea beforehand, the better we can execute the design.
*Consultations are free of charge, but none of our artists will begin a drawing or set an appointment without a non-refundable deposit. Also, because of difficulties we’ve had in the past, our artists will not give estimates over email, and we no longer do walk in consultations.
One last thing to consider:
Please understand that putting in a request doesn’t always mean that a particular artist will be able to do your tattoo.
If your selected artist suggests that you get tattooed by another Black Hive artist, or an artist at another Jacksonville shop, it is not to say they think your tattoo is a bad idea, it just means that they think another artist is a better fit for your project.