How do I book an appointment?
If you would like to book a tattoo appointment at our studio, please go to the *Booking page* on the site and fill out the submission form. This will include your contact information, the artist you would like to do the tattoo, and a brief but specific description of your tattoo idea. Due to the high volume of submissions, please allow up to 1 week to reply.
How much do you charge?
We charge an hourly rate for tattooing, which is applied per each piece in a session. After submitting your appointment request, the artist will reach out to you with their individual rates and schedule openings.
Is a deposit required for booking an appointment?
Once you and the artist have settled all the details regarding scheduling your appointment and your tattoo idea, you will be required to submit a deposit equal to one hour of tattooing. The deposit will be applied to the final total for the appointment. For further information on deposits, see our terms and conditions.
I submitted an appointment request and have not gotten a response.
Due to a high volume of requests, we may need a few weeks to process all the submissions. If you have not heard back from us in 2 weeks, feel free to send a follow-up email.
Where are you located?
Our studio is located in Thornhill, Ontario, near Yonge & Steeles Intersection. Once you have booked an appointment, we will send you the address along with the preparation info for your appointment.
What kind of styles do you do?
Each of our artists specializes in different styles. For examples of their work, check out the *Artists* page to view their individual galleries.
Do you charge a fee for drawing my tattoo?
We do not charge a fee upfront for drawing designs. However, if the artist has already finished the design and you decide to make changes that require drastic reworking, an additional charge of one-hour fee will be added to the final total for the appointment.
Can I change my design?
The artwork will be shown on the day of your appointment. Appointments are made based on the originally requested design. Minor changes/adjustments (to the agreed-upon design) can be made on the day of the appointment. If changes are requested for the concept, it is considered to be a separate project and another deposit is required.
When can I see the finished design?
You will normally not see the completed design until you arrive for your appointment. If any adjustments need to be made, they will be made when you show up for your appointment.
What happens if I cannot make it to my appointment?
You may reschedule up to 72 hours in advance of your appointment. Any cancellation made less than 72 hours prior to your appointment will cause your deposit to be forfeited. You may reschedule one time without incurring any additional fees. In the case of a serious emergency, please be communicative and we will do our best to work something out with you.
What is your policy on emergency circumstances/last-minute cancellations?
If your appointment is postponed due to circumstances outside our control (i.e. weather, extreme illness, etc.), the artist will offer you the earliest next available appointment slot in their schedules. If you are traveling from out of town and unable to make any future dates, you will receive a full refund of your deposit.
Can a bring a friend?
No. Unfortunately, Grey Pastel Studio is unable to accommodate any friends in the studio during the tattooing process.
What if I need a touch-up?
Before deciding if your tattoo needs retouching, please allow a month minimum for it to heal completely. Once that time has passed, email us directly with a picture of your tattoo and the concerns you have. Your artist will respond and offer a time to perform the touch-up if deemed necessary. The first scheduled touch-up is free of charge. Further touch-ups or alterations will require additional fees.
If any alterations are done to the original tattoo by the other tattooer, the artist is no longer responsible for any touch-ups or continuing that project.
What do I need to do after my tattoo is finished?
How long will my tattoo take to heal?
Your tattoo will be mostly healed in 2 weeks, fully healed in approximately 1 month. When scheduling your appointment, please make sure to avoid plans that involve a lot of sun/water and exposure during the healing period.
Where will my tattoo hurt less?
Please view this pain tolerance chart for details.
Will my tattoo fade/change much?
While this varies somewhat based on different skin types, the best solution to avoid fading and changing is to follow all the aftercare instructions and keep your tattoo healthy and clean.