FAQ
Tattoo Questions
How do I book in for a tattoo?
The easiest way to book your next tattoo is to complete a booking form for a free online consultation.
Let me know your idea to ensure our intentions align and I will get back to you with availability & price.
How much does a tattoo cost?
Here is a rough guide to tattoo prices
Hourly rate £80 / day session £500
Custom Designs - Palm size £150-£350 ✷ Arm Sleeve 2-6 day sessions ✷ Back Piece 3-8 day sessions
Flash Designs - Small <10cm £100-£150 ✷ Medium 10-15cm £200-300 ✷ Large 20cm+ £400-500
This is just to give you an idea. Each tattoo is different depending on size, detail and placement. For a more comprehensive price please get in touch via booking form.
Prices for guest spot are higher to account for travel costs.
Prices are subject to change
Where are you based?
As of 2025 I am in between New Zealand & England (I know, they couldn’t be further away from each other)
You can find up to date info on Instagram or direct to your inbox with my Newsletter - Guest spots dates + locations, shop updates & so on.
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What is a flash tattoo design?
Flash is a pre-drawn tattoo design that’s ready to go, you’ll see the artwork before booking, making the process simple and stress-free. Just pick your favorite!
Flash designs are usually set to a specific size and style. Small adjustments can sometimes be made, and many designs are repetable. Join a community of likeminded people connected through art that resonates.
What is a custom tattoo design?
A custom tattoo design is a unique piece created specifically for you, based on your ideas, meanings, or inspirations. It’s a collaborative process between you and me -your vision paired with my artistic style and experience.
Designs are revealed on the day of your appointment, with room for small adjustments if needed.
To ensure the best outcome, I ask for a level of creative freedom so I can craft something that truly fits both your concept and my artistic approach.
Can I cover an old existing tattoo?
This is case by case as it depends on the size/ darkness and placement of the old tattoo + what you’d like to cover it with.
Fineline tattoo style uses a lot of soft shading and negative space so can be tricky to cover old designs.
It’s best to complete a booking form and upload a photo of your existing tattoo so we can discuss your options.
Can you cover scars/marks?
Tattooing over scars can be done, although it is best to wait for the area to be fully healed (at least 1 year). The scar tissue can take the ink differently to surrounding skin so its best to go gently and touch up if needed.
Other marks/ freckles and stretch marks are fine to cover but it is advised to avoid moles and varicose veins.
What aftercare do you recommend?
All tattoo aftercare can be found here
Your tattoo is a living piece of artwork, aftercare is a vital step to ensure your tattoo stays looking good.
Do you offer tattoo tokens / commissions?
I don’t offer tattoo tokens or commission artwork to be tattooed by another artist.
My work is deeply rooted in both the design and the experience - intention, connection are part of the overall process.
For that reason, I only create art intended to be tattooed by me.
Artwork Questions
How can I order art prints?
I open my online shop few times a year for a limited window.
Each update features a curated selection of artwork, many pieces are exclusive and available in limited quantities. Once they sell out, they won’t be restocked.
This allows me time between each update to create new, original designs.
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What size are your prints?
A1 - 59.4 × 84.1 cm23.4 × 33.1 in
A2 - 42.0 × 59.4 cm16.5 × 23.4 in
A3 - 29.7 × 42.0 cm11.7 × 16.5 in
A4 - 21.0 × 29.7 cm8.3 × 11.7 in
A5 - 14.8 × 21.0 cm5.8 × 8.3 in
A6 - 10.5 × 14.8 cm4.1 × 5.8 in
How long will it take for my order to arrive?
Each are made to order - please allow a couple of days for printing and packaging on top of delivery time
UK Shipping
Standard 2nd Class
Small parcels & postal tubes: 2–4 working days
No tracking
Tracked 24 / Tracked 48
Small parcels & postal tubes: 2-23working days
• Includes tracking and delivery updates
International Shipping
Tracked 5–10 working days
Standard 7–14 working days
Please note: International orders may be subject to customs checks, import VAT, and handling fees when arriving in your country. These are set by your local government and are the responsibility of the buyer.
How do you ship prints?
Prints are ships either in a flat ridigid envelope or a postal tube depending on the size and number of prints.
Additional cello and cardboard are used to protect prints during shipping.
What if my print arrived damaged?
If your print was in a parcel tube, they can get some crease from being rolled, this is an easy fix. Roll your print out flat and weigh down under some heavy books or with a towel laid over the top you can gently iron the print.
If the parcel was damaged by the postal service, please send a photo of the damaged parcel to chelsealunatattoo@gmail.com and we can discuss options to fix / replace your order.
Do you ship internationally?
I do ship internationally but shipping services / regulations and tariffs are always changing.
If your country doesn’t seem to be available please send me a massage to check.
Tracked 5–10 working days
Standard 7–14 working days
Please note: International orders may be subject to customs checks, import VAT, and handling fees when arriving in your country. These are set by your local government and are the responsibility of the buyer.
*Parcels may take longer during busy periods
Alternatively I do have some digital products / prints available that you can download.
How do you make your prints?
Most prints are digital renderings of painted artworks.
Due to the soft light nature of my shading the scans of artworks usually need to be re-rendered digitally to bring the same soft tones back into the print version.
Are all prints available as digital downloads?
No, only a limited selection of my prints are available as digital downloads. The designs I offer as digital prints (while I love them) are more general in theme.
Sharing high quality digital files on the internet is daunting as an artist as it’s all too common to see independent artist have their work shared without consent.
My painted artworks are more personal pieces and only available as physical prints to protect their integrity.
Each print is thoughtfully created and carefully packaged by me.
Commission Questions
Can I commission any design?
Currently, commissions are limited custom vessel designs with specific parameters to ensure time, quality and focus.
If you’d have a custom project in mind, I am always open to discussing opportunities so send me a message.
How much does a commission cost?
Price varies depending on number of elements, complexity and level of details
For A4 Vessel Commissions here is a rough price guide:
1-3 elements & minimal motif - £180
More elements & complex motif - £240
Additional embellishment and highly detailed elements £300-£360
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To secure your commission spot and begin the design process a deposit of £50 is required. This is non-refundable and allocated for research, scheduling and initial sketching.
The remaining balance is required to release and ship the final design.
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Commissions are digitally rendered to offer a accessible way to own custom artwork - created with the same care, attention and attention to detail.
If you’re interested in a hand-painted original artwork, I offer those as well please note these are a more premium option, starting at £300
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Prices are subject to change
How long does a commission take?
Typically, commissions take about 2 weeks from the date the deposit is paid, depending on scheduling and timely communication.
Can I get commissioned artwork tattooed?
Commissions are a print only custom design.
It’s is not available for tattooing by other artist, please respect the time and care invested in creating this original artwork.
However, if you would like to have this design tattooed by me, commission customers are eligible for a special discount- send me a message.
How will I receive my custom artwork?
All designs are printed on high quality heavyweight textured card stock and shipped directly to you.
UK shipping is included & international shipping can be arranged.