WHAT ARE THE HOURS AND LOCATION OF THE SHOP?
 

We are located at 703 W. Main St. in Charlottesville (next door to Doma Korean restaurant and across the street from the Amtrak station). Our business hours are Tuesday-Saturday 9am-6pm.
 

 

WHAT SERVICES DO YOU OFFER?

 

We ONLY tattoo, we DO NOT pierce.

 

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WHERE IS THE BEST PLACE TO PARK?

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If you are coming in for a consultation, street parking is best. If you are coming in for a tattoo session that is booked for longer than 2 hours we recommend using the pay lot at the Amtrak station. Note - It’s best to pay with a card, as the kiosk does NOT provide change.

 

 

 DO YOU TATTOO PEOPLE UNDER 18 WITH PARENTAL CONSENT?

 

No, you must be 18 years old to get tattooed at our studio.
 

 

 ARE CHILDREN ALLOWED IN THE SHOP?

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No, you must be at least 16 years old with ID to enter the studio, and only those 18 and over will be allowed into the tattoo booths.

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WHAT'S THE BEST WAY TO CONTACT YOU AND START THE PROCESS? 
 

Coming to the shop in person is always best! If you’re not able to stop in, you may reach us by email at info@benaroundtattoos.com. Please include reference pictures in your mail. If you need to follow up, you may reach us by phone at 434-923-8282. As our clients receive our undivided attention, we are frequently unable to answer the phone - PLEASE leave a message, we WILL return it as soon as we are able.
 

 HOW DO I GET AN ESTIMATE FOR THE TATTOO I'D LIKE TO GET?
 

Estimates are only given in person at the shop. We need to see where we will be putting the tattoo and get an idea of what we’d be doing in order to estimate the amount of time it would take to properly execute your tattoo. Estimates are just that, not firm prices, to give you an idea of time and cost involved.
 

 

HOW DO YOU DETERMINE THE PRICE OF TATTOOS?

 

Price is based on time spent. Different artists have different rates based on experience and skill set. Rates range from $150/hr - $200/hr on large projects. For small tattoos taking less than 30 minutes we have a $100 minimum.
 

 

DO I NEED AN APPOINTMENT OR CAN I WALK IN?
 

We will always do walk ins when we have time available. We do primarily work by appointment. Saturdays between 2pm-6pm we dedicate to walk ins for small tattoos, first come, first serve. We do ask for walk in Saturdays that you do not arrive at the shop any earlier than 1:30pm to get on the list.
 

 

HOW DO I GET AN APPOINTMENT, I'VE HEARD YOU'RE BOOKED OUT FOR YEARS AND NOT TAKING NEW CLIENTS?
 

We always welcome new clients. We only book out one month at a time. On the first business day of the month we open the books for the following month. If the first day of the month falls on a Sunday, Monday, or a holiday, booking opens up the following Tuesday when we open. We do require that you do a consultation prior to making an appointment. We cannot book you an appointment if you are unsure of what you want, since we will be unable to determine the appropriate length for your appointment. To make an appointment to start a new piece, we require you to come in person to make the appointment and make a deposit. To book a return session for a tattoo in progress you can call, email, or stop by in person to schedule.

If you are coming in from outside of the area, let us know! We are happy to make accommodation suggestions.
 
 

HOW DO I GET A CONSULTATION?
 

All consultations are done on a walk in basis. Consults are free and usually last 15 minutes or less. Please bring all your ideas and reference images with you to the consultation. If we have a suitable time available we can book your appointment at that time. If we don’t have a time available that fits your schedule, then you would need to return on the next first of the month (see above for booking information and schedules). If you have done a consultation and are unable to return on the first, you may send a representative to make your appointment and deposit on your behalf, provided you let us know at the time of the consultation.
 

 

WHAT IS YOUR DEPOSIT POLICY?
 

1. We require a $50 deposit for all tattoo appointments ($100 for a full day appointment).

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2. All tattoo deposits are non-refundable and will be applied to the final sitting of the project.

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3. If you do not show up for your appointment, you forfeit your deposit, and you will have to pay an additional deposit to schedule a new appointment.

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4. If you are more than 15 minutes late for your appointment, you forfeit your deposit, and you will have to pay an additional deposit to schedule a new appointment.

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5. If you give us less than 48 hours notice to reschedule an appointment, you forfeit your deposit, and you will have to pay an additional deposit to schedule a new appointment.

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6. If you provide us at least 48 hours notice to reschedule an appointment, we will transfer your deposit to your new appointment. If you reschedule your appointment a second time, you will forfeit your deposit, and you will have to pay an additional deposit to schedule a new appointment.

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7. If you do not bring proper identification to your appointment, you forfeit your deposit (and your appointment), and you will have to pay an additional deposit to schedule a new appointment.
You cannot transfer your deposit to another person.

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HOW DOES IT WORK IF I WANT TO GET A CUSTOM DESIGN?
 

We are more than happy to design a one-of-a-kind tattoo for you. Design work is generally done on the day of the appointment. Some of our artists will do design work on the iPad or on paper. Ben draws everything onto the body to ensure a perfect fit. For Ben to do a custom design on paper, he treats it as an art commission and is subject to hourly rate to be determined at the time of consultation. If you are not perfectly happy with the design, we are more than happy to work with you to make the adjustments. However, design time is subject to hourly rate to include adjustments.
 

 

DO YOU DO COVER-UPS?
 

Yes, all of our artists are skilled with cover-ups.
 

 

WILL YOU FINISH A TATTOO ANOTHER ARTIST STARTED?
 

This is considered on a case by case basis, with the final decision left to the person who will be continuing your tattoo. Please come to the studio for a consultation to determine if this is an option for you.
 

 

ARE THERE ANY TATTOOS YOU REFUSE TO DO? 
 

Yes, the artist will have the final say in whether or not they are comfortable doing your tattoo. Under NO circumstances will we do anything racist, gang related, or hate based. There can also be concerns with size, detail, and placement that dictate longevity and readability of the tattoo. We want to give you a tattoo that will look great today, tomorrow, and 20 years from now!
 

 

ARE YOUR PIGMENTS VEGAN? 
 

Yes, 100%. Shop policy requires all artists to use not only vegan, but cruelty-free, lab created, and  pigments free from plastics and acrylic resin. All of our pigments are specifically created for the purpose of tattooing. They are time tested, true, and made in the U.S.A.
 

 

WHAT DO I NEED TO THINK ABOUT FOR THE DAY OF MY APPOINTMENT?
 

1. You MUST have your actual ID with you. Photocopies and picture on your phone will NOT be accepted. Proper IDs include driver’s license, state ID, passport, passport card, or military ID.
 

2.PLEASE come dressed appropriately in clean clothes. DO NOT wear your favorite shirt or expensive outfit, as there is always a possibility of getting ink on your clothing. We will not be liable or responsible to launder or replace any clothing that becomes stained in the tattoo process. Keep in mind you will need to expose the area of skin you would like to get tattooed (please don’t wear a dress to get your lower back tattooed).
 

3.Plan accordingly, DO NOT come in to get tattooed on an empty stomach. Not eating prior to getting tattoo can result in fainting, nausea, or just general bad feelings. You are welcome to bring snacks and a non-alcoholic beverage (preferably in a cup with a top, lid, or resealable bottle to prevent spilling).
 

4.Feel free to bring a pillow, towel, or small blanket for your comfort. Again, bear in mind ink stains can and do happen.
 

5.You may also want to bring headphones to listen to your music, podcasts,or videos on your personal electronic device. The lights in the tattoo rooms can be a bit intense for some clients, sunglasses aren’t a bad idea if you are light sensitive.
 

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CAN I BRING SOMEONE WITH ME TO MY APPOINTMENT? 
 

We understand that getting tattooed can be an intimidating process for some. You are completely welcome to bring a friend for moral support, our booths have limited space so we ask you limit your guests to one.
 

 

WHAT FORM OF PAYMENTS DO YOU ACCEPT?
 

While cash is always preferred we also accept debit, most credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover), and smart phone/card tap payments. We also take Zelle and PayPal. ***We DO NOT take American Express***
Payment for time spent is due in full at the end of each session.
 

 

WHAT ABOUT TIPPING? 
 

While we never expect a tip, they are always appreciated, and totally at the client’s discretion.
 

 

HOW DO I TAKE CARE OF MY NEW TATTOO?
 

AFTERCARE (English)

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1. If your tattoo was bandaged, remove the bandage after 1-3 hours, DO NOT put any other bandages on your tattoo while it is healing.

 

2. Wash immediately with hot water and Cetaphil gentle cleanser (blue top). Be sure to wash away any flecks of blood and ointment left on the tattoo. When finished washing, rinse your tattoo in cold water. Repeat the washing process three times daily until your tattoo is completely healed.

 

3. When you arrive home make sure to change your bed sheets and put on the older ones. It is completely normal to push out some pigment while you sleep and you may end up with a imprint of your new tattoo on your sheets. Make sure to keep all pets and animals out of your bed while your new tattoo is healing.

 

4. On the third day of healing, begin to put a SMALL amount of Cetaphil moisturizing lotion (green top) on your tattoo 2-3 times a day. Wipe away any visible lotion from your new tattoo with a clean, dry paper towel. Always use lotion from a pump dispenser and never a tub. DO NOT use Neosporin, Bacitracin, Triple antibiotic, Vaseline, or any other petroleum-based ointment.

 

5. Your new tattoo will get a thin layer of scabbing or peel like a heavy sunburn - this is totally normal. DO NOT pick, poke, slap or scratch your tattoo during this time. You need to let any scabbing come off on its own. Any scabs that you pick off will create holes in the healed tattoo.

 

6. For the first two weeks after getting tattooed, you should NOT soak in water of any kind. NO bathtub, hot tub, swimming pool, or sauna. You should also wait at least 30 days before tanning or sun bathing.

 

7. Remember that your new tattoo, while healing, is an open wound. Keep it clean and treat it as such. If you believe you have an infection, seek medical attention immediately.

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CUIDADOS POSTERIORES (Español)

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1. Si su tatuaje estaba vendado, quítelo después de 1 a 3 horas, NO coloque ningún otro vendaje en su tatuaje mientras se cura.

 

2. Lave inmediatamente con agua caliente y un limpiador suave Cetaphil (parte superior azul). Asegúrese de lavar cualquier mancha de sangre y ungüento que quede en el tatuaje. Cuando termines de lavar, enjuaga tu tatuaje con agua fría. Repite el proceso de lavado tres veces al día hasta que tu tatuaje esté completamente curado.

 

3. Cuando llegues a casa asegúrate de cambiar las sábanas y ponerte las más viejas. Es completamente normal que se elimine algo de pigmento mientras duermes y puedes terminar con una huella de tu nuevo tatuaje en las sábanas. Asegúrese de mantener a todas las mascotas y animales fuera de su cama mientras se cura su nuevo tatuaje.

 

4. Al tercer día de curación, comience a aplicar una PEQUEÑA cantidad de loción humectante Cetaphil (parte superior verde) en su tatuaje 2 o 3 veces al día. Limpia cualquier loción visible de tu nuevo tatuaje con una toalla de papel limpia y seca. Utilice siempre loción de un dispensador con bomba y nunca de una tina. NO use Neosporin, Bacitracin, Triple antibiótico, Vaselina ni ningún otro ungüento a base de petróleo.

 

5. Su nuevo tatuaje tendrá una fina capa de costras o se pelará como una quemadura solar intensa; esto es totalmente normal. NO toques, toques, golpees ni rasques tu tatuaje durante este tiempo. Debes dejar que las costras se desprendan por sí solas. Cualquier costra que quites creará agujeros en el tatuaje curado.

 

6. Durante las primeras dos semanas después de tatuarte, NO debes sumergirte en agua de ningún tipo. NO hay bañera, jacuzzi, piscina ni sauna. También debes esperar al menos 30 días antes de broncearte o tomar el sol.

 

7. Recuerda que tu nuevo tatuaje, aunque sana, es una herida abierta. Mantenlo limpio y trátalo como tal. Si cree que tiene una infección, busque atención médica de inmediato.

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SOINS A APPORTER AUX NOUVEAUX TATOUAGES (Français)

 

1. Si votre tatouage est recouvert d’un bandage, enlevez-le une à trois heures après le tatouage.  NE PAS appliquer un autre bandage sur votre tatouage pendant la guérison.

 

2. Lavez immédiatement le tatouage avec de l’eau chaude et le savon Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser (bouchon bleu).  Assurez-vous de bien le nettoyer pour enlever tout résidu de sang séché ou d’onguent.  Après le lavage, rincez le tatouage à l’eau froide.  Répétez ce processus trois fois par jour jusqu’à ce que le tatouage soit complètement guéri.

 

3. En arrivant à la maison, changez vos draps.  Nous recommandons d’utiliser de vieux draps puisqu’il est tout à fait normal que des résidus d’encre soient évacués du tatouage pendant votre sommeil, ce qui pourrait tacher vos draps.  Ne permettez pas à vos animaux de compagnie de dormir avec vous pendant la guérison du tatouage.

 

4. Au jour trois de la guérison, appliquez une PETITE quantité de lotion hydratante Cetaphil (bouchon vert) sur votre tatouage 2 à 3 fois par jour.  Essuyez tout surplus de lotion avec un essuie-tout propre et sec.  Utilisez toujours de la lotion hydratante provenant d’une bouteille avec une pompe et non d’un contenant dans lequel on prend la crème en y plongeant ses doigts.  NE JAMAIS utiliser les produits suivants : Neosporin, Bacitracin, crème antibiotique Triple, Vaseline, ou d’autres produits à base de gelée de pétrole.

 

5. Une mince gale se formera à la surface de votre nouveau tatouage et pèlera tel un coup de soleil, ce qui est tout à fait normal.  NE JAMAIS tenter d’enlever cette gale ou encore de gratter, peler, ou claquer votre tatouage pendant la guérison.  Vous devez laisser les gales guérir et tomber d’elles-mêmes faute de quoi, des trous pourraient se créer dans votre nouveau tatouage.

 

6. Pour les deux premières semaines après le tatouage, NE JAMAIS submerger le tatouage dans l’eau d’aucune manière; AUCUN bain dans une baignoire, bain tourbillon, piscine ou sauna.  Nous suggérons également d’attendre au moins 30 jours avant l’exposition au soleil ou bronzage de la région tatouée.

 

7. Souvenez-vous que votre nouveau tatouage est une plaie ouverte pendant sa guérison.  Il est important de le garder propre.  Si vous croyez avoir une infection, consultez immédiatement un médecin.

 

Chez Ben Around Tattoos, la porte est toujours ouverte pour nos clients.  Si quelque chose vous semble anormal pendant la guérison de votre tatouage, vous pouvez passer à notre studio ou encore nous téléphoner et il nous fera plaisir de vous aider.

 

Nous serons heureux de retoucher gratuitement votre tatouage à compter de 6 semaines après sa création et ce pour une période de 6 mois.  Nous ne pouvons toutefois garantir les tatouages sur les mains, les pieds, le visage et le cou ; vous devrez donc payer le montant minimum pour les retouches des tatouages sur ces parties du corps.