Yes!  Tipping is the commonly accepted practice to show appreciation for a job well done.  Tattooing is a service industry like barbers and hairdressers. As a guideline, the normal range is 10-20%, although we appreciate whatever you may feel is appropriate. For multi-session tattoos, it is customary to leave a smaller tip after each session,…

Tattoo shops are not licensed in the state of New York.  All of our artists are licensed by the New York State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and have been trained in Universal Precautions, blood Borne Pathogens and Cross Contamination Prevention procedures.

Sorry, No.  Tattooing introduces foreign matter into the body (pigment into skin) and causes temporary changes in the body’s chemistry during the process.  We are not willing to risk potentially harming babies!  Any further questions should be addressed to your doctor.

Yes.  At Red Rocket Tattoo we take your health and safety seriously.  All of our artists are tested and licensed by the New York State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.  All artists are trained in Universal Precautions consistent with hospitals and dental offices. All needles, inks and other materials that come into contact with…

We don’t recommend using topical numbing products as they can change the quality of your skin when applied.  This may affect the final look of your tattoo.  Since creams are topical, they are wiped off during the normal tattooing process and will lose their effectiveness anyway.  You are welcome to discuss this further with your…

NO THANK YOU!  Drinking alcohol or taking painkillers may cause your blood to thin or alter your behavior in an unwanted way.  We stay sober for you.  We ask you to do the same for us.  THANK YOU VERY MUCH.

Pain is temporary.  Tattoos are for life!   All spots hurt to some degree so this shouldn’t be a factor in choosing your tattoo location.  Painful spots vary from client to client. COMMON PAINFUL AREAS:  Chest, ribs, knees and elbows both back and front. COMMON “EASY” AREAS:  Outer arm/ bicep, inner forearm and legs.

Yes.  But you can handle it and the feeling is temporary! The sensation of getting a tattoo is an experience unique to each client.  Descriptions range from cat scratches to hot wax to a mild sunburn.  Some people say it doesn’t hurt at all. There are things you can do to to make your visit…

FIX-UP.  Yes!  We frequently touch up, repair and rework old, faded or poorly done tattoos. COVER-UP.  Yes!  We cover up old, unwanted tattoos all the time.  With a personal consultation, your artist will evaluate your project and direct you towards a tattoo you will be happy to look at forever! COVER-UP FACTORS TO CONSIDER:  1)…

FINGERS, HANDS, HEADS.  Yes.  Some artists will tattoo your fingers, hands or head.  Some will not.  Tattoo artists call these types of tattoos “JOB STOPPERS” for a reason and we generally won’t do them unless you already have experience with highly visible tattoos. INNER LIP.  No. There is a high chance that an inner lip…

Some of our artists will, sometimes. All-white tattoos are difficult for many reasons.  In all cases, white pigment is lighter than a person’s natural skin pigment.  Once the tattoo is fully healed, you will be looking at it through three layers of semi-permanent skin.  Like looking through sunglasses, the darker the glass, the darker the…

Sorry, No.  As cool as they look in pictures, we simply can’t vouch for the safety of such reactive inks, so we stay on the safe side and don’t use them at Red Rocket Tattoo.

Sorry, No.  We prefer to specialize in the ancient craft of real deal tattoos!

Your artist may happily draw for you ahead of time when you have COMMITTED by leaving your $100.00 DEPOSIT and setting your appointment date.  If you’re simply dying to see your design early, kindly let your artist know.  In most cases, your design will be ready and waiting the day of your appointment.  Any changes…

YES, we accept all major credit cards and good old fashioned cash.  TIPS and DEPOSITS are cash only, please!

The short and sweet answer is, it depends on the tattoo.  There are many factors determining the cost of a tattoo including size, placement, color vs. black and grey, or simple outlines.  Complexity of design, number of sessions and pure skill necessary all factor into the cost. OUR SHOP MINIMUM is $100.00.  This is our…

If you are coming from out of town or even out of the country, please contact your chosen artist directly to arrange your date.  If you are unable to do so, you may e-mail us at redrockettattoo@gmail.com  and we will forward your information to them. Be sure to include the dates of your trip, your…

Please contact your chosen artist directly through the links on their artist page.  You are welcome to call ahead and arrange a personal consultation or stop in and discuss your ideas in person.  Artist schedules are posted on their artist page. Please bring printed copies and/or any reference related to your project. A $100 cash…

Appointments are not required for all artists but we do recommend it if you want to guarantee your time.  We strongly suggest making an appointment for all custom work which allows your artist to properly prepare for you.  We accept walk-ins whenever possible.  Artist availability will very from day to day and is first come,…