FAQ

To make an appointment, first decide on an artist based on their style and your needs and taste. Next, stop by Hollow Hill Tattoo Studio, select your day/time and finally, pay your deposit.

Yes, walk-ins are welcome at Hollow Hill Tattoo Studio. However, we do limit the number of people within our artist’s booth.

We do not allow children under the age of 16 in our studio.

We are open 12pm – 8pm Tuesday – Saturday. We are closed Sunday and Monday.

It is usually best to have a consultation before your actual tattoo session date. This will help insure that you and the artist you are working with are on the same page before a drawing is done and the date of your tattoo approaches.

Bring any reference material you may have (printed out) of your ideas, and images you like that have a similar style that you are looking to get.

Deposits must be paid upon booking your tattoo session.

All of our artists require a $100 non-refundable deposit to secure your appointment time.

This deposit will go toward your first session of tattooing. If you do not show or cancel your tattoo appointment, the deposit is forfeited. We always encourage rescheduling your appointment.

Hollow Hill Tattoo Studio requires a 48 hour notice of cancellation or rescheduling. We understand life happens and will do our best to accommodate your availability.

Cancelling within 48 hours may result in the forfeiture of your deposit and/or any future appointments with your artist.

Please come, well fed, well rested, relaxed, showered, sober and on time. If you are running late, please call the shop and let us know so we don’t assume you are a no-show.

If you cannot make your appointment at all, please let the artist know as soon as possible.

We close most major holidays but our artists are free to work them if they want to.

We accept all major credit cards and cash. There is a processing fee for all cards.

(Don’t forget cash to tip your artist!)

Yes, Hollow Hill Tattoo Studio can tattoo ages 16-17, at the digression of the artist. However, we have strict guidelines in place to protect both the client and our artists.

  • Parents must be present during the consultation and your tattoo appointment.
  • The tattoo cannot be larger than 3 inches x 4 inches.
  • Arms and legs only.
  • If the placement is on the thigh, finger tip length shorts must be worn during your appointment.

A notarized consent form is required.

Hollow Hill Tattoo Studio operates based on the Florida Health Department guidelines.

All of our tattoo supplies are single use and 100% disposable. We practice universal precautions, and everyone is required to be current on all Blood Borne Pathogen Precautions training.

No, not currently.

Tipping is a really nice gesture and are always welcome and appreciated. If you had a great experience and you are happy with a job well done, it never hurts to show it.

General rule of thumb is 20%.

It is important to eat plenty of protein and come well hydrated. Light-headedness can occur, so it is good to have your blood sugar up prior to getting tattooed.

Yes, tattoos can be painful depending on the placement and your pain tolerance. Relax and take deep breaths. It is important to remain still and not fidget.

Your tattoo will start looking healed in 7-10 days. It can take up to 4 weeks to be completely healed and should not be exposed to sun or soaked in water until after this time.

Keep your tattoo clean and hydrated. Wash your tattoo twice a day for the first three days. After that, normal wash and hydration daily. Your fresh new tattoo is going to peel and flake; do not pick at your tattoo.

Follow our full after care instructions here.

Yes, Florida State law requires that you show a valid, state issued ID proving that you are 18 years of age or older and fill out a release for every time you get tattooed.