I’m Joe (he/him), designer and illustrator from Minneapolis, MN. I’m currently working toward my full tattoo license in Bloomington.
My interests in tattooing include art nouveau styles, botanical, occult, vintage, and curios. I also enjoy nerd stuff (d&d, video games, anime, literary). As a queer person of Chinese descent, it’s important to me that my space is welcoming and safe for the LGBTQ+ community and people of color.
Location
I am apprenticing at a studio in Bloomington, MN. Appointment only; no walk-ins. Thanks.
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custom art nouveau botanical with family birth flowers
custom north star and swirly clouds
brush stroke kanji
chinese family name
Request an appointment using the form below. I’ll get back to you by email to pick a date, confirm your appointment, or ask any additional questions.
Please note that I am a licensed apprentice. I am currently only taking bookings with the following restrictions as I build my skills:
…But if you want to be an informed-consent practice subject for something outside of these limitations, let me know.
I’m happy to do multiple pieces for the same person on the same day.
My apprenticeship rate is $75/hr. I’ll give you a flat rate when confirming your appointment. You keep the rate you book at (even if my rate goes up after your appointment is confirmed).
I accept cash and credit/debit (via Square).
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that can be arranged or easily removed to reveal the area where you wish to be tattooed. Come well hydrated and bring a water bottle with you. Feel free to bring earbuds/headphones.
Do not come under the influence of any alcohol or other drugs. Please do not take Ibuprofen or any other NSAID pain killers as they can increase the amount you bleed during the tattoo process.
Please do not wear heavily scented body sprays, deodorants, perfumes, etc.
Tips are appreciated but never expected. Average tipping is between 15-25% of the final tattoo fee. You’re able to add a tip after paying with a card.
I’m happy to consider tattooing designs that you bring in, though I reserve the right to decline any work for any reason. I will let you know in advance if I foresee any issues with the design converting to a tattoo and we can discuss it to make sure it will work the way you’re envisioning it.
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