@opaleight
gordis (she/her)
colour artist | meme connoisseur🐸
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current locations:📍
North York Ink
3434 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4N 2M9
henlo how u todai 🐸
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🐸all bodies and skin types are welcome🐸i currently offer discounted rates to those with darker skin and/or scarred skin (e,g. keloids, hypertrophic scars etc.) If you have any questions, feel free to contact me!🐸
style
____light and painterly with lots of colour!I'm open to any design that I feel that i can do in my style!🐸I do simple line work for fun!🐸I do not do fine line, fine line script, or anything super micro realism.i also normally don't do solely black work but depending on the design/client i could consider the project!
rates & pricing
____For pieces under 7 inches, i generally quote by piece price. designs over 7-8 inches will be charged by an hourly rate ($250/hr)the price of your tattoo is determined by the size, location, and overall design! e.g. the larger + more colours + more complex design + tricky placement = more $$$🐸if you'd like a quote for your design, fill out my **custom form.If you have a vague idea, feel free to reach out for a consultation!
consultations are free until an appointment is made!🐸for custom designs, your design will be emailed to you 1 day prior to your appointment. minor changes are allowed! any major changes will result in additional costs.
deposit policy
____my (custom) deposit fee is $200 ($100 for the drawing of the design, $113 going towards your tattoo). deposits are non-refundable. the deposit will be taken off the final price at the final session (if more than 1 session is required).🐸you can reschedule up to 2 times.i require notification, minimum of 72 hours prior to your appointment of any rescheduling or cancellation. otherwise your deposit is forfeited and you will have to place a new deposit to rebook your appointment🐸other cases a deposit will be forfeited:if you don't show up within 30 minutes past the start of your appointment time without any notification🐸i try to be as understanding as i can but some of y'all really do be testing me!! so troubling clients e.g. no shows, history of booking appointments and then always cancelling/rescheduling etc, will be put on a blacklist.If you wish to book with me again, you will have to pay a doubled deposit to ensure you come to your appointment.🐸this is my job and anyone who PURPOSELY waits until the last second to tell me of any rescheduling/cancellations is wasting my time! if you know well beforehand you can't make it to your appointment for whatever reason, please. let. me. know. don't be a dick!!!!!
touch up
____after 3-4 weeks, please send me a healed photo in good lighting so that I can determine whether or not a touch up is necessary!🐸after 30 days, the touch up will be priced at the shop minimum ($120-$150)
aftercare 1/2
____depending on the shop and artist, each will have a slightly different aftercare regimen!the more tattoos you get, you'll find that you'll create your own aftercare routine that works for you!just remember to treat your fresh tattoo like a wound and to keep it clean!🐸Leave the 1st second skin/saniderm on for 2-3 days (it will have an ink sac and look v juicy)after 2-3 days, take the saniderm off gently in the showerrinse the tattoo (don't scrub)pat dry with a clean towel/paper towelApply the second saniderm (adhesive side down) with a 1 inch border around the tattooleave on for 3-4 days (it's waterproof)after 3-4 days, take the 2nd saniderm off gently in the shower and then pat dryfor the next 1-2 days, rinse the tattoo gently (don't scrub) with warm water 2-3 times a dayyou can either rinse your tattoo with unscented antibacterial soap or just with warm water***take the second saniderm off earlier if the tattoo is exposed, if you have an allergic reaction,if you have a heat rash ***
if the saniderm is taken off early, keep the tattoo clean and wash/rinse it 2-3 times a day for the next 3 days
aftercare 2/2
____don't moisturize until 48 hours after taking the 2nd saniderm off or until your skin feels tight (we want to make sure the tattoo is dry before putting on any new moisture on it)use any unscented lotion to moisturize🐸it will flake, scab and get itchy - try your best not to pick at it!Sleep in clean clothes and clean bedsheets (especially if you have any pets)avoid wearing any tight clothes or any abrasive materials (e.g. jewelery, high boots etc.) that could rub against and irritate your tattooNo submerging the tattoo underwear for 1 month (e.g. no baths, swimming)No excessive exposure to sunNo excessive sweating while the saniderm is on; avoid working out for the first week, or at least until you take off the 2nd saniderm🐸It will take about 4 weeks to heal (or longer depending on tattoo and the person)Once its healed, put sunscreen on tattoo every time you go out to protect the tattoo!🐸if you have any concerns or questions about your healing process, feel free to reach out!
tattoo preparations
____have a good night's sleep🐸no alcohol the night before your appointment. do not show up intoxicated or under the influence of any substances to your appointment🐸stay hydrated and eat a full hearty meal before coming to your appointment.🐸shower before coming to your appointment🐸you may bring small snacks and drinks to your appointment, but you may have to eat them outside (covid).🐸wear loose and appropriate clothing for your session and clothes you don't mind getting a ltitle dirty (e.g. if you have a back piece, wear a button up shirt backwards that can leave the back open)
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bring a change of clothing/shoes (depending on the placement of your tattoo)🐸your tattoo may take several hours, so take something to keep yourself entertained!🐸it's not required for you to shave the area prior to coming to your appointment, but you can feel free to do so if you like!
other
____flash is not subject to change (other than colour)flash colour palettes are for reference and are open to change depending on preference and skin tone🐸scarred tissue must be at least 1 years healed🐸please send me photos of your healed tattoo in good/natural lighting!🐸if you have a low pain tolerance, you can feel free to purchase a numbing cream (specifically for tattooing!) one of the more popular brands is zensa.follow the instructions to apply! if the cream requires a longer period of time to take effect, apply it on earlier before your appointment!