FAQs

thank you for your interest in my work!

I work by appointment only. to book a session with me, please first fill out a booking request.

studio gioia is a private studio located in a beautiful converted warehouse in the north center/ ravenswood area on Ravenswood Ave. Further instructions on where to find me will be sent once you book your appointment :)

shop appointment minumum is $150 but can vary by artist.

pricing will depend on size, level of detail, placement and colors. an estimate will be provided at the time of booking and final pricing will be determined after the design has been drawn, reviewed and finalized. any quote provided is valid for 1 month.

please be prepared to submit a non-refundable deposit to hold your appointment at the time of booking. 

check with your artist for their preferred method of payment.

one reschedule is available if notified at least 48 hours in advance. 

if notified in less than 48 hours another deposit will be required to reschedule. if you are more than 10 minutes late to your appointment the deposit will also be lost. any no-shows with no prior communication will not get an opportunity to reschedule.

please allow up to 2 weeks from your initial email or submission (but I will usually get back to you within 5 days) please don’t submit multiple forms or emails concerning the same project. I only book up to 2 months in advance.

I make it a priority to respond ASAP to existing clients with questions about tattoo healing or scheduling conflicts.

Check out my aftercare instructions and tips here.

RECOMMENDED SOAPS: dial gold antibacterial, cetaphil cleanser, dr bronners fragrance free, cerave

RECOMMENDED LOTIONS: lubriderm daily moisture, curel fragrance free lotion, cetaphil, coconut oil

DO NOT APPLY: vaseline, neosporin, alcohol, baby oil

for booking request please click "book a tattoo" in the menu above.

for all other inquiries you can email me at studiogioiadesigns@gmail.com.