{"id":5903,"date":"2021-01-20T06:35:06","date_gmt":"2023-01-09T16:47:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saved-tattoo.com\/?p=5903"},"modified":"2024-01-11T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2024-01-11T00:00:00","slug":"how-much-should-you-tip-your-tattoo-artist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saved-tattoo.com\/how-much-should-you-tip-your-tattoo-artist\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Should You Tip Your Tattoo Artist?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Just like anywhere where you’re being provided with a certain service, tattooing also has some rules on behaving and tipping. For example, when intoxicated, you won’t be tattooed, and when you do get a tattoo, you need to tip your tattoo artist for time-consuming and dedicated work.<\/p>\n

Sure, you \u201edon’t have to tip the tattoo artist that just did a permanent work of art on your body\u201c. But it surely is a rule of tattoo etiquette one should follow, especially if you want to create a bond with your tattoo artist, for future projects. Otherwise, you’re just being rude.<\/p>\n

Nevertheless, the tipping rules can be a bit complicated and usually involve factors like how long did it take for your tattoo to be complete, where it was placed and how complicated was the design. So, in the following paragraphs we’ll teach you all about tipping; how much should you tip your tattoo artists, and what to do if the final result isn’t up your alley.<\/p>\n

Tipping Etiquette: 2 Things You Should Know<\/h2>\n
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1. Why Do People Tip Tattoo Artists?<\/h3>\n

When you think about it, tattoos can cost up to several thousand dollars, and you need to put in the money to get a professionally done tattoo. So, why, on top of all that money, do people need to tip the tattoo artists? Well, there are several reasons one should follow one of the most important rules of tattoo etiquette<\/a>;<\/p>\n

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  1. Custom design tattoo requires a lot of work, effort, and creativity<\/li>\n
  2. It can take hours to come up with a design, do all the drawing, layout the design, and choose the color scheme<\/li>\n
  3. The artist has to buy their own supplies for the tattoo<\/li>\n
  4. They have to work on your tattoo for one or several sessions, depending on the size and complexity of the tattoo<\/li>\n
  5. They are responsible for something that will permanently stay on your body<\/li>\n
  6. Tipping shows your appreciation for their expertise and good work<\/li>\n
  7. Tipping builds a bond between the customer and the tattoo artist<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

    All service-based industries require tipping as a sign of appreciation, and the same goes for tattooing. This is a personalized service, and tipping makes the tattoo artists more dedicated to work and their clients. Sure, they are required to provide good work regardless of the tipping, but a sign of appreciation is always welcome. Just as you tip your taxi driver or a waiter, then tipping the tattoo artists shouldn’t be in question at all.<\/p>\n

    It would be useful to know that tattoo artists are not paid hourly. They earn a percentage of the total amount of money you pay for the final tattoo. This means that tattoo artists rely heavily on tips as a source of income. Tipping also allows the artists to buy all the necessary equipment and support themselves as professional tattoo artists.<\/p>\n

    2. How Much Should You Tip?<\/h3>\n

    Tipping is calculated based on different factors, like;<\/p>\n