How it works
Process
& FAQ
From first message to healed photo — here's exactly what working together looks like.
Send the inquiry
Use the booking form — idea, placement, size, budget, availability. DM references to @needle.romance. Every inquiry gets a personal reply within 72 hours.
Talk it through
Cam consults with you on composition, placement and sizing — what will read well, age well, and heal well on your body specifically.
Deposit & date
Once the direction is agreed, a deposit locks your date. It goes toward the final price of the tattoo. Open dates are visible on Vagaro.
Session day
Come rested, fed and hydrated. The design gets final adjustments together in the room before the needle touches skin.
Healing & aftercare
You leave with written aftercare. Follow it and send healed photos — healed results over hype, always.
Questions, answered
How does pricing work?
Every piece is custom, so pricing follows the design — size, detail and placement. You'll get a clear quote after the consult, before anything is locked in. Budget honestly in the inquiry form and Cam will tell you what's possible.
Do I need a deposit?
Yes — a deposit secures your date and goes toward the final price. It covers the design time that happens before you ever sit in the chair.
Can I book directly through the site?
No — and that's on purpose. Sessions are confirmed only after the idea is discussed, so every booking starts with an inquiry. You can see open dates on Vagaro anytime.
Does it hurt? How should I prepare?
It's a tattoo — it's uncomfortable, but manageable. Sleep well, eat before the session, hydrate, skip alcohol the night before, and wear clothing that keeps the placement easy to reach.
How do I take care of it while it heals?
You'll leave with written aftercare instructions specific to your piece. The short version: keep it clean, moisturized and out of the sun, and don't pick at it.
What about touch-ups?
Healed results matter here. If something needs a touch-up after proper healing and aftercare, reach out — you'll be taken care of.