✸ FAQ

Terms & Conditions

These Terms and Conditions apply to all bookings at FLT Tattoo Studio. By paying a deposit, you agree to these policies.

For more information about our studio policies or getting tattooed at FLT please see the FAQs above. If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to email us anytime.

Pricing and Payments

• The Studio minimum is $200; hourly rates start from $200 but vary by artist.

• Artists may charge a separate drawing fee, speak to artist for details.

• Timing starts when you are seated at the artist’s station for stencil or drawing and ends when the tattoo is wrapped. Short breaks are included; lunch or longer breaks may be paused at the artist’s discretion.

• While prices are final and non-negotiable, our artists are fair and ethical in their charging and follow FLT’s pricing guidelines.

• Payment: Cash preferred. EFTPOS is available (1.8% surcharge applies). 

Designs and Artwork

• Artists complete final drawings on the day of your appointment. We do not send out designs in advance.

• All tattoos are custom, original work created in the artist’s style.

• Minor adjustments can be made on the day. Major changes or multiple revisions may incur extra drawing fees or require a new booking (deposit forfeit).

Touch-Ups

• One free touch-up (if needed) is offered within 6 months of completion.

• Touch-ups outside this period, or needed due to negligent healing, incur a fee.

• Tattoos on hands, fingers, feet, or faces are excluded from the free touch-up policy.

Attendance and Punctuality

• Please arrive on time. Allow for finding the studio and parking.

• If you are more than 30 minutes late, your deposit is automatically lost.

• Artists may also cancel at their discretion if lateness disrupts their schedule.

• If unavoidable delays occur, email your artist as soon as possible.

Behaviour and Safety

Your deposit will be lost if you arrive and cannot be tattooed due to:

• Being under the influence of drugs or alcohol,

• Disrespectful, abusive, or discriminatory behaviour,

• Conduct that endangers the safety of staff or clients.

FLT has a zero-tolerance policy for sexism, racism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, body shaming, or harassment. We may refuse service and remove anyone who breaches this policy.

Preparing for Your Tattoo

• Rest well, avoid alcohol, and eat a solid meal before your appointment.

• Stay hydrated and moisturise your skin in the week prior.

• We cannot tattoo sunburnt or peeling skin. If this occurs, your deposit will be lost.

• Wear comfortable, loose clothing that allows access to the area being tattooed. Darker clothing is recommended.

• Bring water and light snacks to maintain energy.

Health and accessibility:

• Please let your artist know if you have any medical conditions or take medication that may affect your tattoo or healing. Your privacy will always be respected.

• You are welcome to bring a sensory toy, headphones, or eye covers for comfort. The Studio also provides sensory toys and earplugs.

• If you have any accessibility or comfort needs, please let us know in advance so we can do our best to accommodate you.

​Appointments and Deposits

• Your appointment is only secured once your deposit is paid. If the deposit is not paid within 72 hours of receiving the request, the appointment may be released to another client.

• Deposits are a booking fee to confirm your appointment. They are non-refundable and non-transferable.

  • Non-refundable means the money cannot be returned once paid.

  • Non-transferable means it cannot be transferred to another person or tattoo project.

Forfeit deposits:

• A deposit is forfeit to the artist if:

  • You cancel your appointment,

  • You do not show up, or

  • You attempt to reschedule with less than 72 hours’ notice.

Expired deposits:

• A deposit is considered expired to the Studio if:

  • It is unused with no active appointment in the system for more than 6 months (unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Studio).

Additional deposit terms:

• A deposit can be rescheduled once only within the 6-month period.

• Deposits are held until the final tattoo session and may be applied toward a drawing fee if applicable.

• If your artist cannot work due to illness, injury, or unforeseen events, your deposit will be rolled over to a new date.

Design Changes and Drawing Fees

• If you change your mind about design or placement, contact your artist as soon as possible by email.

• If your artist has started designing, a drawing fee may apply.

• Clients may confirm with their artist in advance whether a drawing fee will apply for transparency.

• If you change your design within 72 hours of your appointment, you may lose your deposit.

• Artists work within their own style and expertise. If you request something outside this, the artist may decline, and your deposit may be lost.

Age and Identification

• FLT will not tattoo anyone under 18 under any circumstances.

• You must bring valid physical photo ID to your appointment.

• If you book while under 18, your deposit is lost.

Studio Access

• Clients may bring one companion to their appointment. Companions must remain respectful of the space, artists, and other clients.

• If you have questions about bringing a companion, speak with your artist in advance.

• Children and babies cannot be accommodated in the studio (without Studio permission and strict guidelines) for health and safety reasons.