Frequently Asked Questions

To submit a Tattoo Request Form, please navigate to the “Tattoo Request Form” tab located on the homepage and complete the full questionnaire. Providing thorough & detailed responses will help minimize the need for follow-up questions from my Booking Manager during the review process. The more specific you are, the smoother & more efficient your booking experience will be.

Leaving a deposit secures your appointment time & date with me. All deposits are non-refundable. Please note that if you have agreed on a date with my Booking Manager, but you do not send a deposit, the date you chose will not be held.

Yes. Your deposit counts towards the cost of your tattoo.

If you have already secured a date & time for your appointment & need to reschedule, we will reschedule your first appointment free of charge. If you need to reschedule again after that, you will need to leave another $100 non-refundable deposit each reschedule following.

While I typically do not respond to direct messages, you are welcome to reach out via DM. In most cases, I’ll direct you to my website, as it serves as the central hub for all communications. Keeping everything in one place helps me stay organized & ensures nothing gets overlooked across multiple platforms. For quick questions, feel free to contact my Booking Manager at (916) 352-3837—she’ll be happy to assist you. However, please note that if you're interested in booking, submitting a Tattoo Request Form through the website is always required.

I typically do not share design drafts with clients prior to completion. To ensure I can create a design that truly aligns with your vision, it's important that your Request Form is filled out with as much detail as possible. This allows me to dedicate the necessary time—usually between 3 to 5 hours—to craft a design tailored specifically to you. Mondays are my designated design days. I use this time to reach out to clients & begin work on their projects for the week. Please note that I do not send out preliminary designs as a measure of professional protection. It can be disheartening to invest significant time & creative energy into a design, only to have it taken elsewhere for execution. I appreciate your understanding & respect for the creative process.

I specialize exclusively in Black & Grey tattoos, as it’s the style I’m most passionate about & where my expertise lies. I do not offer color work.

Yes. Once your deposit is submitted & a date/time is confirmed, you'll receive a confirmation email with a calendar invite containing all appointment details. You’ll also receive two email reminders—sent 24 & 48 hours before your scheduled session.

Additionally, my Booking Manager will send a text message the week prior to your appointment to reconfirm. If you do not respond after multiple attempts, we’ll follow up via the email you provided. If confirmation is still not received, your appointment will be cancelled. To reschedule, you’ll need to submit a new Tattoo Request Form & pay another $100 non-refundable deposit for each day booked.

To cancel your appointment, please open the confirmation email you received & scroll to the bottom. There, you’ll find a “Cancel Appointment” tab—clicking it will initiate the cancellation process. Once confirmed, you’ll receive details on how to reschedule. Please note that all deposits are non-refundable. If you choose to book a new appointment after canceling, a new deposit will be required. In the event of a no-call/no-show, I will be unable to accommodate future bookings due to lack of communication. I appreciate your understanding & respect for this policy.

There are a few reasons your tattoo request may not be accepted:

• Size: The design you're requesting is too small.

• Explanation: I specialize in large-scale tattoos & do not take on smaller pieces.

• Style: The design doesn't align with my artistic style.

• Explanation: Tattooing encompasses a wide range of styles, & each artist typically focuses on a specific niche. I specialize in large, custom Black & Grey work. Choosing an artist whose style matches your vision is key to getting the best result. If you're unsure about my style, feel free to browse my Instagram @jonstattoos.

• Color: The design involves color.

• Explanation: I exclusively work in Black & Grey. I do not offer color tattoos.

• Cover-up: The design is intended as a cover-up.

• Explanation: I do not take on cover-up projects.

Once you’ve completed the Tattoo Request Form, Jon’s Booking Manager will follow up with any additional questions to better understand the vision for your piece. After you’ve discussed the details and provided all necessary information, my Booking Manager will offer the earliest available appointment dates. Once a date is agreed upon, a non-refundable deposit is required to secure your session. After the deposit is received, you’ll receive a confirmation email with all appointment details, including a calendar invite. A few days before your appointment, Jon will contact you directly to review the concept & finalize the design so it’s ready for you the morning of your session. On the day of your appointment, you’ll meet with Jon at 10:00 AM. He’ll present the design, make any necessary adjustments, & once approved, prepare & apply the stencil. After the stencil sets, your tattoo session will begin.

Do not remove the plastic wrap until the following day. Before removing the plastic wrap, wash your hands thoroughly. Once your hands are clean, remove the plastic wrap. After removing the plastic wrap, gently wash your tattoo with warm water & any unscented liquid soap. I recommend using Dial Soap Gold Antibacterial. Pat dry with a clean towel & apply a very light layer of Aquaphor Healing Ointment Spray or Aquaphor Healing Ointment, your preference. You will repeat this process 2-3 times a day for 2 days. After 2 days, you do not need to use Aquaphor any longer. You can switch to using any unscented lotion instead. I recommend using Eucerin Original Healing Cream. For the next 3 weeks, apply a very light layer of unscented lotion as needed. As your tattoo heals, you will notice tightness, soreness, peeling, itching, & flaking - all are normal. Tattoos generally take 4 weeks to fully heal, so in the meantime, in order to ensure you heal properly, please follow these helpful tips below.

• Remember to only touch your tattoo after you have thoroughly washed your hands

• While in the shower, please use recommended Dial Soap Gold Antibacterial​ or any unscented liquid soap directly on your tattoo

• Do not pick or scratch your tattoo

• Do not shave over your tattoo until it is fully healed

• Avoid direct sunlight for the first few days

• Avoid sunscreen (directly on your tattoo) until your tattoo is fully healed

• Avoid bodies of water such as: swimming pools, hot tubs, baths, lakes, ponds, & oceans (showers are okay)

Failure to take care of your tattoo properly can lead to serious infection that can cause bodily harm, so please treat your tattoo with care as it heals. Once your tattoo fully heals, you can proceed to your normal routines. If you have any questions and/or concerns about the healing process, please feel free to reach out. Links to recommended aftercare products listed below. These products can also be found at Target, Walgreens, CVS, Walmart, & Amazon as well.

Dial Soap Gold - Antibacterial:

https://www.dialsoap.com/products/hand-soap/gold/

Aquaphor Healing Ointment Spray:

https://www.aquaphorus.com/ointment-body-spray-3_7oz/

Aquaphor Healing Ointment:

https://www.aquaphorus.com/healing-ointment-1_75oz-tube/

Eucerin Original Healing Cream:

https://www.eucerinus.com/products/original/eucerin-original-healing-soothing-repair-creme