By entering into an agreement with Stiks.Ink Tattoo and its artists for a scheduled appointment or walk-in appointment, you agree to the following terms and conditions. If you do not agree, you may choose to be tattooed elsewhere.

Tattooing is a permanent art form using a needle to insert ink under your skin. Pain and discomfort will vary based on the location of the tattoo. The final result may vary due to skin types and the unpredictability of ink absorption. Our artists will do their best to achieve the desired design and inform you of any potential issues.

Inform the artist of any serious illnesses in your first conversation. Only then can we determine if tattooing is possible.

Bring identification if asked for, as we cannot tattoo anyone underage. Please arrive 5-10 minutes before your appointment and make sure you have eaten, rested, and are not under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Wearing appropriate clothing that can handle ink stains is also important. Our artists prefer clean clients and ask that you practice good personal hygiene. No pets are allowed in the studio. You are responsible for remembering your appointment date and time, but please email us if you are running late. To Adhere to all Health and Safety procedures, Clients will need to disclose ANY medical conditions that could put our staff/artist/clients at risk.

This is including but is not limited to:-bloodborne disease/illness-Hepatitis C-HIV-COVID-19

We advise clients who have any access needs or disabilities to advise us of this before booking in the free consultation or in your booking form, so we can do our best to accommodate. We do recommend coming on your own to your appointment, If you do need a support person you are welcome to bring someone, the limit is one person at a time due to space.

Due to health and safety reasons, we do not allow children under the age of 12 in the studio. If you show any signs of cold or flu-like symptoms upon arrival, we reserve the right to refuse service. We recommend advising the artist within 48hrs if you are feeling unwell to reschedule your appointment.

In the event our staff/artists are feeling threatened or have been disrespected in any way, our staff/artists have the right to terminate the session or refuse service resulting in no refund/unfinished tattoo/deposit forfeit or being trespassed from Stiks.Ink premises.

In some cases, the artist may need to reschedule, in which case the deposit may be refunded. You waive the right to privacy if debt recovery or other such reasons arise. We do not tattoo those under 18's, pregnant women, animals, or racist or hateful symbols. Stiks.Ink has the right to refuse service to anyone.

Healing the tattoo is your responsibility. Our artists will advise you on care, but it is up to you to follow it. Normal issues such as infections, fading, itching, dryness, and more may occur, and we are not responsible for any damage during healing or otherwise.

Incorrect aftercare can lead to various issues such as infection, scarring, fading or discolouration of the tattoo. It's important to follow the aftercare instructions provided by the tattoo artist to ensure proper healing and preserve the appearance of the tattoo.

I will do my best to advise on placement and size, but am not responsible for any advice followed outside of the studio.

All artworks and designs are owned by the artist under New Zealand Copyright Act and may not be copied without permission. The artist has the right to photograph and reproduce the artwork for promotional purposes and sell a custom design only with the original client's agreement. Your artist may require a design deposit, which is non-refundable even if you are not happy with the final design. Stiks.Ink has the right to refuse service to anyone, with no explanation needed.

After a consultation, you will be required to pay a $70 non-refundable despoit to secure your booking. This deposit will be in credit to the final cost for your tattoo and will act as a hold on the artist and their time. Deposits are non-refundable due to the preparation involved in booking a tattoo appointment. This preparation may include designing a custom tattoo, ordering or preparing supplies, or holding a specific time slot for the client. Additionally, when a deposit is collected, it is a sign of commitment from the client to follow through with the appointment, and the artist can then decline other offers for that time slot. For these reasons, deposits are considered non-refundable.

Your total tattoo quote is inclusive of deposit and exclusive of GST. Expect the total price +GST in final invoice, sent to you via email on the day of tattoo completion.

To get a tattoo independently, clients must be 18 years or older and may need to show a photo ID.

Before Your Tattoo: Please make sure to keep both yourself and the area clean for proper hygiene in our studio. You will receive a consent form either through text or email before your appointment, which must be signed and completed. A physical form will be provided when you arrive if not already completed. To ensure proper healing, it is recommended to avoid alcohol and drugs (including over-the-counter pain relievers) for at least 48 hours before your appointment. If you would like to use numbing cream before your tattoo, please contact your artist or send an inquiry to tabathakillick.creative@gmail.com at least 24 hours before your appointment. In some cases, the artist may fall behind schedule due to uncontrollable issues. If you have a tight schedule, please don't hesitate to contact us.

During Your Tattoo: Please wear comfortable and appropriate clothing to allow easy access to the area being tattooed. Please keep in mind that ink may get on your clothing and know that Stiks.Ink is not liable if this happens.
Bring snacks as hand-poke tattooing takes longer than machine tattoos. We prioritise our client's health and safety. If you start to feel unwell, please inform your artist.

Reschedule policy: Things change - it happens! To reschedule your appointment please e-mail tabathakillick.creative@gmail.com WITHIN 48 HOURS of your appointment. You may re-schedule your appointment up to 2 times before your appointment will be automatically cancelled and your deposit forfeit.

Cancellation policy: You are welcome to cancel your appointment at any time. When you cancel your appointment you forfeit any deposits paid towards your project. There are no refunds on the $70 deposit. If you cancel your appointment, you must then rebook your appointment, and pay the $70 deposit again.

The Guidelines for the safe piercing of skin:

https://www.health.govt.nz/publication/guidelines-safe-piercing-skin

Customary tattooing guidelines for operators:

https://www.health.govt.nz/publication/customary-tattooing-guidelines-operators