At Rock City Tattoo, Lila is highly selective about the projects she takes on, focusing only on work that aligns with her style, standards, and long-term vision for the piece.
ONLINE CONSULT:
All bookings start with the online consultation form. Please include your tattoo idea, style, placement, size and budget— every field is required. Incomplete or incorrectly filled forms will not receive a response. This ensures time is reserved for serious, well prepared inquiries only. All consultations are virtual or by phone— there are NO IN PERSON CONSULTATIONS. Once your form is reviewed, you’ll receive an email requesting reference photos and a picture of the body part. Please check your spam folder.
PRICING:
Every tattoo and every body part is different, so I’m not able to give exact quote or guaranteed time estimates. The hour ranges listed below are meant to give you a general idea of what to expect for larger projects. Your final cost will depend on the size of your body part the detail level of the design. One day projects are done at a flat rate.
Thank you for understanding.
Custom work and portraits $225/hr
Available Designs: $200/hr
If you're unsure about your budget, consider applying the hourly rate.
Rough guidelines (for Lila’s Original Designs):
An outer arm sleeve 14+hours ($3000++).
Outer half sleeves 5+ hours ($1200+).
Calf pieces 4+ hours ($900+)
Large thigh pieces 5-8+ ($1200++) hours depending on size/complexity
Portraits/Realism are a minimum of 4 hours ($900+).
DEPOSITS:
A $200 deposit is required to book.
We accept Venmo or CARD.
Deposits are nonrefundable and non-transferable.
Deposits are valid for 60 days. After that they are forfeited.
The deposit is applied at the final tattoo session (if multiple).
Deposits cover design time and holding your spot on the calendar.
If you cancel, no-show, change your mind or do not get tattooed at your appointment, the deposit is forfeited.
RESCHEDULING:
7+ days notice: you can reschedule, deposit carries over.
4+ days notice for inclement weather: deposit carries over.
Less than four days notice deposit is forfeited.
SERVICES NOT OFFERED:
COVER UPS, FIX UPS, FINISHING OTHER ARTISTS WORK, LETTERING, RIB CAGE TATTOOS. Projects requiring tiny details (fingers, toes, etc.) or overly specific instructions aren’t accepted, as they limit creative freedom. Preferences are welcome, but exact list of flowers, elements, or placements are not. Names can be added with portraits.
APPOINTMENT OVERVIEW
Rock City Tattoo is a private studio— each session is one-on-one, in a relaxed, focused setting. Lila will have everything prepped and ready when you arrive. Sessions typically include a short break every couple of hours to stretch and refuel, so please bring lunch or snacks. She’ll guide you on placement and sizing to ensure your tattoo looks it’s best for years to come.
ARTWORK PREVIEW POLICY:
We do not provide artwork prior to the appointment. We understand the desire to visualize the final product in advance, however the policy is set up in a way that reveals the design at the time of the appointment. This approach helps ensure that any final adjustments are made together, ensuring the best possible outcome. There is a blog post that covers this topic more in depth.
HELPFUL TIPS
Eat a solid meal two hours before your appointment and bring snacks— sugar, and caffeine help. Pack a simple lunch; sandwich and chips works great. Come alone. Avoid drinking the night before. Wear loose, comfortable clothing that gives access to the area being tattooed. Don’t tan or sunbathe 48 hours before, or take aspirin/ibuprofen or use numbing cream. Appointment start at 11 AM. For large sessions, rest and eat well the day before— treat it like prepping for an athletic event. There’s free parking in the lot behind and be beside the building, plus on street parking. Payment is cash only at your appointment. Most importantly— have fun!
PORTRAIT TIPS: SEE BELOW
