How old do you have to be?

At Custom Art, YOU MUST BE 18 YEARS OLD OR OVER TO GET TATTOOED OR PIERCED. It is strongly recommended that you bring some widely recognised ID, such as a driving licence or passport, to prove your age. If you commit fraud by attempting to use fake ID or ID belonging to another person, the police will be informed.

Does it hurt?

Some people feel the sensations involved in tattooing and body piercing more strongly than others. It is impossible to say that any individual will or will not struggle with the discomfort involved. However, most people who come for their first tattoo say that it was not as painful as they expected it to be.

How much do tattoos cost?

The minimum price for a tattoo is £30. Small tattoos are priced after artist and client have agreed the details of the design. For larger work, an hourly rate of £50 is charged. It is not usually possible to say exactly how long a tattoo will take or to finish a very large tattoo in a single sitting. Most clients having larger work get one or two hours done per visit, which helps to spread the cost.

How much do piercings cost?

Most piercings cost £25, and this includes most types of jewellery. The only exceptions are genital piercings, which cost £30 each, and ear lobe piercings, which can be done with a ball-closure ring only at a rate of £10 for one and £15 for a pair.

A pair of piercings (2 £25 piercings done for the same client in the same session) can be done at a reduced rate £40 for both.

Dermal anchors cost £35 each, £60 for 2 (same client, same session) or £80 for 3 (same client, same session)

Can I have a job/ apprenticeship?

Sorry, I'm not looking for an apprentice or for staff of any kind.

How can I become a tattooist/body piercer?

Please see this article for all my thoughts on getting into the body art industry. I'd appreciate it if you don't contact me with any further questions about this topic. I don't want to be horrible, but I get asked about this a lot, and it's not really something I have time for.