BEFORE THE NEEDLE
A few straight answers.
Good preparation makes for a calmer session and a better tattoo. Here is what to know before you visit Argus in Antwerp.
01Where is Argus Tattoo located?+
Argus Tattoo is at Diksmuidelaan 156, 2600 Antwerpen, in the Berchem district. The studio is within easy reach of Antwerpen-Berchem railway station and local public transport.
02Does Argus accept walk-ins?+
Yes. Walk-ins are welcome when an artist and enough time are available. Smaller designs and available flash are usually the best fit. For a specific artist, custom design or larger tattoo, book ahead.
03Which tattoo styles does Argus offer?+
The resident artists specialise in old school, neo-traditional, illustrative blackwork, Japanese-inspired work, manga and anime, traditional, new school, pop culture, black and grey and colour tattoos.
04How do I choose the right artist?+
Start with the portfolios. Sticky Stef works in old school and neo-traditional. Taco creates illustrative blackwork. Jarrat focuses on Japanese imagery, manga and anime. Becky works in bold traditional, colourful character and pop-culture tattooing.
05How do I request an appointment?+
Contact your preferred artist with the subject, placement, approximate size, colour preference, useful references and your general availability. If you do not know who fits, contact the shop and describe the idea.
06Do you create custom tattoo designs?+
Yes. References are welcome, but the final design should be original and suited to your body. You do not need to produce polished artwork yourself. Explain what matters, what you like and what you want to avoid.
07How much does a tattoo cost?+
Price depends on the artist, size, placement, detail, colour and time required. Send enough information for an estimate. Confirm the final price and any deposit directly with the artist before the appointment.
08How should I prepare?+
Sleep well, eat a proper meal and drink enough water before your session. Wear clean, comfortable clothing that gives easy access to the placement. Avoid arriving under the influence of alcohol or recreational drugs.
09Will I receive aftercare instructions?+
Yes. Your artist will explain how to care for the tattoo and what to avoid while it heals. Follow those instructions rather than combining several pieces of online advice.
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