Terms Of Service
Welcome to ArkOne Art Collective. By scheduling an appointment, receiving a tattoo, or purchasing any products from our shop, you agree to the following Terms of Service. Please read these terms carefully.
Eligibility
• You must be at least 18 years old to receive a tattoo. Proof of age is required via a valid government-issued photo ID.
Consultation and Appointments
• Consultation: An initial consultation may be required for certain tattoo designs. This can be scheduled in person or via video call. • Appointments: All appointments require a non-refundable deposit, which will be applied toward the cost of your tattoo. Appointments can be rescheduled with at least 48 hours’ notice. Failure to provide adequate notice or missed appointments will result in the forfeiture of the deposit.
Health and Safety
• Disclosure: Clients must disclose any medical conditions, allergies, or skin sensitivities prior to the tattoo session. • Hygiene: Our shop adheres to strict hygiene and sterilization protocols to ensure a safe environment. Clients are also expected to maintain personal hygiene when coming in for their appointment.
Design and Artwork
• Custom Designs: Custom designs are created based on client consultations and preferences. All designs must be approved by the client before the tattoo session begins. • Intellectual Property: All artwork created by our artists remains the intellectual property of the artist and the shop. Reproduction of our designs without permission is prohibited.
Tattoo Procedure
•Consent: A signed consent form is required before the tattoo session. This form acknowledges the potential risks and aftercare instructions. • Pain and Discomfort: Clients should be aware that receiving a tattoo involves some level of pain and discomfort. The artist will take steps to minimize pain as much as possible.
Aftercare
• Instructions: Proper aftercare is crucial for the healing process. Clients will be provided with aftercare instructions, which must be followed to ensure proper healing and to avoid infection. • Follow-Up: Clients should contact the shop if they experience any unusual symptoms or if they have any concerns during the healing process.
Payments and Refunds
• Payment: Full payment is required at the end of the tattoo session. We accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards. • Refunds: All services are non-refundable. If there are any issues with the tattoo, we will provide touch-ups free of charge within a specified period, usually within three months of the original appointment.
Conduct
• Behavior: We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone who displays inappropriate behavior, including but not limited to intoxication, harassment, or abuse towards staff or other clients. • Compliance: Clients must comply with all instructions given by the artist during the tattoo session.
Liability
• Acknowledgment: Clients acknowledge the risks associated with receiving a tattoo, including the possibility of infection, allergic reactions, and dissatisfaction with the final result. • Waiver: By receiving a tattoo, clients agree to waive any claims against [Tattoo Shop Name] and its staff for any damages or injuries that may occur during or after the tattoo process.
Changes to Terms
• ArkOne Art Collective reserves the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Clients will be notified of any significant changes prior to their appointment.
Contact Information
• For any questions or concerns, please contact us at:
• Phone: 934-500-2659
• Email: mike.marciano@arkoneart.com
• Address: 2306 N ocean Ave. Farmingville NY
By agreeing to these Terms of Service, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with them
*Deposits are non-refundable.*
Your deposit goes towards the price of the tattoo.
If you need to cancel/reschedule your appointment for whatever reason, your deposit can be credited towards your next session as long as you notify us at least 3 days in advance.
No call/ no shows will forfeit your deposit.
Showing up to your appointment drunk or high will forfeit your deposit.
Showing up to your appointment already having applied numbing cream without having a prior conversation with me to make sure it's okay ( I typically always say NO to numbing cream but there are certain circumstances where I may deem it okay) will forfeit your deposit.
Cancelling/Rescheduling your appointment within 3 days before set appointment date will forfeit your deposit in most cases.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. how should I prepare for my appointment?
make sure the night before you DO NOT drink alcohol, drink plenty of water and have a good meal. same applies for the morning of. make sure to eat a decent breakfast and drink plenty of water before arriving. cleanliness is also much much appreciated.
please DO NOT shave the area we will be working on the night or morning prior. while i do appreciate the gesture, but ill take care of all of that in house the day of your appointment.
2. Is it going to hurt?
The pain while getting tattooed is mostly relative to the individual. Getting tattooed does hurt, but as not as much as you think, I promise. I like to compare the pain to a really annoying cat scratching you. but keep in mind the pain you go through during the process ends In a beautiful piece of art that you'll carry with you for the rest of your life! that to me is well worth the little bit of discomfort we have to feel during the process.
3. Aftercare instructions
before you leave the area, you've had tattooed will be wrapped. you'll take that wrap off in about an hour and a half and you WILL NEVER wrap it again under any circumstances.
as soon as the wrap comes off you will wash the area with an antibacterial unscented soap. Both dove and dial both make good ones, and you can get that from any CVS, Walmart, Walgreen's etc... after you wash your tattoo you will apply a very very thin layer of either A&D or Aquaphor. You'll repeat washing and applying the ointment 2-3 times a day for the first 4-5 days. After that your tattoo may start to scab, peel or itch. all these things are perfectly normal you're not dying everything is okay. If the itching bothers you DO NOT scratch or pick at it. you can either give it a good wash or literally just smack it. once any of those things begin switch to an unscented dry skin lotion for the next 6-7 days. no swimming, hot tubs, baths, pools oceans etc.. no submerging the tattoo in water for at least two weeks. you can shower regularly on a normal schedule. if you have any questions at all DO NOT ask your friends or look to the internet, please just message me and I'll be more then happy to help you!