FAQ

+ How do I make an appointment?

Fill out the Consultation Request Form on our website and once we receive it we will reach out to you with all information needed to proceed with your booking.

+ Do you take walk-ins?

Unfortunately, we cannot accomodate walk-ins at this time. We are a private studio and are appointment only. It allows your artist to not only meet with you and gather your ideas for your artwork prior to the appointment, but it also gives the artist time to draw your piece and secure the appropriate time assumed the tattoo will take. You may stop by the shop at any time during shop hours to see if one of our artists is available, but plan on making an appointment.

+ Can I meet with my artist before I book?

Yes. In fact, it is greatly encouraged. As artists, we all have specific styles, which is why we hope you choose your artist carefully. We prefer to meet and get your thoughts and ideas together in relation to the future tattoo design. We prefer to do all custom work for our clients.

+ Do you do cover-ups and touch-ups?

We do both, but it is on a client-to-client basis. We need to be able to see the existing tattoos prior to making the judgment as to whether we think it could be covered or fixed.

+ What qualifications do your studio and artists have?

The shop is licensed according to the standards placed by South Carolina State law and in accordance with DHEC regulations. Each artist is certified yearly in Blood-borne Pathogens and Infection Control, as well as First Aid and CPR. Each artist has their own specific artistic qualifications.

No. There are no parental consent laws in the state of South Carolina. We urge you to remember the decisions you thought were a good idea under age 18 and rethink your consent!

+ How much does a tattoo cost?

Tattoo costs vary depending on size, placement, complexity, etc. We have a shop minimum of $150.00 and they only go up from there. Cost and pricing will be determined between the artist and the client and a determinant amount will be approximated and approved before any appointments are booked. We do not claim to be the cheapest shop, by any means, but we will always give you our best work.

+ What is your deposit policy?

Our deposits vary between size and style of tattoo but all deposits are non-refundable and at minimum $100. There will also be a non-refundable art fee for all custom drawn tattoos. That amount will be determined by your artist.

Your deposit will be applied at the final session of your desired tattoo. If you cancel your appointment within 72 hours of your time slot, you forfeit your deposit and upon rescheduling, will be required to leave a new deposit. If you cancel your appointment with 72 hours or more advanced notice, you can transfer your deposit to your new appointment time. Cancelling more than two times for the same tattoo(s) will force an additional deposit to be collected.

+ Do you have a payment plan?

No, there is no payment plan for your tattoos. You will leave a deposit that is decided upon by your artist, and you will pay for the amount of time you sit per session. We are open to you dropping off money as the date of your appointment approaches, and we will keep records of what you have put down towards your tattoo. Your deposit will come off the cost of the tattoo at your final sit, unless it is a one session piece and then it will come off when your tattoo is completed.

+ What form of payment do you accept?

We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express and of course, cash is always welcome. We also have Venmo and Cashapp available, but be aware that all forms of payment other than cash will come with a service charge.

+ Should I tip my artist?

Tips are considered a reflection of how satisfied you are with your overall appointment and artist and are always welcome and appreciated.

+ Does it hurt?

Everyone’s pain tolerance is different, so that is a difficult question to answer. It can be painful, but it can also be cathartic. It depends on your mental state during the tattoo, how healthy you are prior to your tattoo, the location of the tattoo, and what your tolerance is.

We do offer numbing cream that our currently booked clients may purchase beforehand to apply to the tattoo area, or we can schedule extra time for the appointment so that your artist can apply the cream for you and give it time to take affect.

+ Will anyone laugh at me if I do cry?

Absolutely not. We all understand that some areas are more sensitive and that some people do not handle pain well. It is a journey that you go through to ultimately receive the tattoo of your dreams.

+ Do you have a private space where I can get my tattoo done?

Each procedure room is enclosed and has a privacy curtain for anyone who would like to have a private appointment. Whether that means you are getting a part of the body tattooed that you do not wish to share with the rest of the shop, or you just want the intimate experience between you and your tattoo artist, we are fully accommodating.

+ Do you provide any aftercare once the tattoo is done?

Once your artist is finished tattooing, the area will be cleaned again and bandaged while your artist gives you the preferred aftercare instructions used for our studio. You will also receive a small bottle with antimicrobial soap used to clean the tattooed area, as well as a paper copy of the aftercare instructions to take with you. The bandage currently used with our studio is Recovery derm shield and information on it can be found at https://recoveryaftercare.com/collections/derm-shield.

+ Will my tattoo area get infected?

If you follow the aftercare instructions that we provide to you at Just Another Hole in the Wall Tattoo, it is highly unlikely that you will get an infection. We provide you with all the tools to have a healthy tattoo, but also understand that once you leave our shop it is up to you what happens to your piece. We hope that you take the time to follow our instructions for they have been carefully developed over years of tattooing experience.

+ What if I do get an infection?

This is all explained within your tattoo aftercare sheet that is provided to you once you leave our shop.

+ Do you offer any kind of guarantee?

I can guarantee that you will leave with the absolute best tattoo that we can provide for you based on what you wanted when you walked through our doors. We can also guarantee that we put our all into each and every tattoo, large or small.

+ If I do not like my tattoo, can I get it removed?

Ultimately, tattoo removal is always an option, but never go into a tattoo appointment with the assumption that if you don’t like it, then you can have it removed. Tattoo removal is very expensive, very painful, and doesn’t always provide the results that you are looking for. Therefore, if tattoo removal even enters your mind before getting the tattoo, you are probably not ready.

Do you provide tattoo removal?

While Tattoo removals are considered a medical procedure, tattoos in themselves are considered cosmetic. This means that tattoo removals must be done by a certified professional like a dermatologist or plastic surgeon. tattoo related licensing is different from the medical field. We always recommend that you do your research and are 100% sure you want to proceed before making any permanent changes to your body, whether that be getting a tattoo or removing one.

+ What can I do to prepare for my appointment?

We encourage you to drink a lot of water in the upcoming weeks before your appointment. Hydrated skin allows for a much smoother tattoo process for you and your artist. We would also suggest being at the top of your game, meaning well rested, well fed, and not feeling under the weather at all.

+ Can I get tattooed if I have been drinking or under the influence of drugs?

No. We will not tattoo you if we suspect you are under the influence of any kind of substance or alcohol, and also highly recommend you to not drink the night before being tattooed as it can cause excessive bleeding during the tattoo.

+ Can I get tattooed if I am pregnant or nursing?

We prefer not to tattoo anyone who is either pregnant or still nursing. Your body has enough to focus on, and healing a tattoo would cause undue stress.

+ Can I bring a friend to my appoinment?

Yes you may. We prefer you not bring more than one person due to space restrictions and please check-in with your artist to let them know you'd like to bring a guest with you. Please be advised that we are not responsible for any guests while they are here.