Info

FAQ

All my tattoos are handpoked using professional tattooing needles and black vegan ink. I work out of my private studio in downtown Lowell, MA. For any other questions please feel free to email me!

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email : amy@strangepine.com

IG : @pineneedle.ink

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handpoked tattoos

Handpokes are tattoos made without the use of a machine. This style of tattooing typically takes 2-3 times longer to achieve, heals without scabbing, and is generally less invasive. Each mark is made by hand, dipping a single-use sterile needle into ink and onto skin repeatedly. Like machine tattoos, handpokes are permanent.

FLASH VS CUSTOM DESIGNS

“Flash” are predrawn designs available to be tattooed. I have some posted on IG and in the Flash section of my website.

I’m open to customs that are collaborative, in my style, and are of subject matter that I’m comfortable with. Please don’t take it personally if I can’t accommodate your request! After your project has been accepted you can send all your inspo and ideas via email.

rates

I charge per piece rather than hourly, the average price for a tattoo is $150-$300 and depends on the design, level of detail, and placement. If you have a set budget in mind let me know in the booking form. Sessions take anywhere between 1-4 hours.

Touch ups are free as I want your tattoo to always look its best. If you’re planning on getting more tattoos, I encourage getting touch ups done alongside another tattoo to make the set up worth it / reduce waste.

deposit / cancellation policy

I require a $50 Venmo deposit in order to book your appointment. Once I respond to your booking request with a date and time, I will send you my deposit information. Deposits always go towards the cost of the tattoo.

If you would like to cancel or reschedule, I will send your deposit back if I have 48 hours notice before our scheduled appointment.

How to book

Please sign up for my mailing list if you are interested in booking a tattoo. When my books open I will send out a booking form link to everyone on the list.

After you submit a booking form and I review it, I will email you any questions, available dates, and instructions on where to send the deposit.