$200 Minimum per Client - 1-8pm Daily - All Work by Appointment only - 18+ with ID Required - No Piercings - No Kids
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Last Updated Nov 7th 2024
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ABOUT DUDE
Owner & Solo Artist of Dude's Tattoos. I've been tattooing for 20+ years, working in various art styles from Illustrative to Realistic, Redo's & Coverups, Enhancements & Custom Creations
SHOP HISTORY
Opened in late 2000, the shops focus has always been the creation of beautiful, meaningful, detailed artwork for clients seeking custom designs beyond the horizon of their Imagination
ART PROCESS
Design requests can take days to weeks, to possibly months based on complexity. Once a concept, location & size is determined, artwork & price estimates are created. Once approved, scheduling can Commence
SHOP RULES
18 or Older Only with State ID. You can bring one person for company if needed. No children allowed as its a major distraction. No Work Allowed for clients Under the influence of Drugs or Alchohol
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Instructions
PLANNING FOR YOUR TATTOO
Everyone has different reasons for getting their tattoos, and as such, designs vary just as much. Because of this, it is best to create a description of what you want. Once you have that foundation, you can seek out reference images to further explain your design idea. Whether its just for your wrist and shoulder, or if it's an entire body piece, even the most basic rough sketch is a good starting point, as little details can get lost in descriptions alone. Never be afraid to be creative, as the best designs found online came from simple concepts or sketches. It will be on you for life, do not hesitate to express your vision in every detail, as every detail is what makes it unique and powerful.
PREPARING FOR YOUR TATTOO
The tattoo process is a medical procedure that can cause shock to the body at first, but often quickly settles down to just annoyance. There is of course pain, but it's level varies between clients, so the threshold is up to your distraction level. Make sure to Eat something before the process, as it can be very energy draining. Be sure you are not on any severe medications that can cause drowsiness or lack of judgement. Tension or straining or holding your breath can increase pain & blood pressure. If the pain becomes excessive, clients can ask for a small break. Breathing normally and relaxing are usually the best recommendations. Numbing creams such as TKTX can also be used prior to the session to dull the sensation of pain significantly.
CARING FOR YOUR TATTOO
Once the tattoo is completed, you can review it in a mirror for quality or any final touches or additions. Then it will be sealed in either plastic wrap or paper towels for 1-3 hours to prevent bacteria coming in contact with the fresh tattoo. After 1-3 hours have passed, gently remove the covering and apply a small amount of ointment on the tattoo, just enough to create a thin shine. Apply the ointment 3-5 times daily for 5-7 days. Keeping it moisturized & clean during healing is key to a lasting tattoo.
Aquaphor, Bacitracin or A&D Ointment are all standard treatments for healing, although others exist.
Avoid chlorinated pools, hot tubs, direct sunlight or heavy soaking or steaming during your healing process.
ART EXHIBITS
Some of the Artwork from past exhibitions at the LDR Studio Gallery
Curated by Luis D. Rosado
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