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COLOR TATTOO WORK
BLACK & GREY TATTOO WORK
⭐️ BOOKING ⭐️
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
To inquire about booking:
EMAIL: ALBERTSMARTINK@GMAIL.COM TEXT: (708) 705-1104
Please take a few minutes to read through the information below before reaching out.
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WELCOME
Hi, and thanks for your interest in my work.
I’ve been tattooing professionally for more than 20 years, specializing in large-scale custom work, black & grey realism, and complex cover-ups.
Tattoos are with you forever, and I believe the artist-to-client experience is just as important as the finished piece. I work by appointment only so I can give every project the time, preparation, and attention it deserves.
My goal is simple: to give you a relaxed, positive tattoo experience and create something you’re genuinely excited to wear for the rest of your life.
I’m typically booked approximately 4–6 weeks in advance, so please keep that in mind when planning your project.
⭐️ CHECK OUT MY REVIEWS on Google at Smart Ink Tattoo & Art Collective and Rustik Tattoo Studio. ⭐️
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WHAT THE BOOKING PROCESS — AND A DAY WITH ME — IS LIKE
After more than 20 years of tattooing, one thing I’ve learned is that your time and your experience matter.
I take your tattoo project as seriously as I take my own art and my own time. We can’t get time back, so I want every appointment to be intentional, focused, and worth it.
Here’s how I work.
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BOOKING & CONSULTATIONS
When contacting me to book, please include:
• Placement on the body • Black & grey or color • Approximate size • A photo of the area being tattooed • Reference images, if you have them • A brief description of your idea • Your general availability
I personally respond to all booking inquiries, so please allow 2–5 business days for a response.
Most consultations can be handled through email, which allows us to efficiently discuss your project and get your appointment moving.
If you’d prefer an in-person, FaceTime, or Zoom consultation, just let me know. I’m always happy to accommodate when a project requires a little more conversation.
The integrity of your tattoo and your experience is always the priority.
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PRICING & APPOINTMENT STRUCTURE
Most of my work is booked as dedicated day appointments.
These sessions are designed for larger, detailed custom tattoos and allow me to focus entirely on your project without rushing the process.
DAY APPOINTMENT — CUSTOM TATTOO WORK
$2,000 total
$1,000 deposit due at booking $1,000 remaining balance due the day of your appointment
COMPLEX COVER-UP DAY APPOINTMENT
$2,500 total
$1,250 deposit due at booking $1,250 remaining balance due the day of your appointment
Most of the larger and more detailed pieces you see in my portfolio are completed during these focused day appointments.
If you’re considering something smaller or aren’t sure whether your project requires a full day, feel free to reach out and we can talk it through.
Smaller tattoos are priced according to the size, detail, and complexity of the piece rather than an hourly rate, and the appropriate amount of appointment time will be reserved accordingly.
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DEPOSITS, PAYMENTS & CANCELLATION POLICY
DEPOSITS — DUE AT BOOKING
All day appointments require a 50% deposit to reserve the appointment.
Your deposit serves several purposes:
1. 100% of your deposit is applied toward the final price of your tattoo.
2. It covers the preliminary design work, planning, and preparation involved in creating your custom piece.
3. It secures dedicated time in my schedule. Once your appointment is booked, that time is reserved specifically for you.
Accepted deposit methods:
Zelle · Venmo · Apple Pay · Afterpay
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CANCELLATIONS & RESCHEDULING
I understand that life happens, so I try to keep my cancellation policy fair and transparent.
• Cancellations made with 72 hours or more notice will receive a refund of 50% of the deposit.
• Cancellations made within 72 hours of the appointment result in the deposit becoming non-refundable, as design work, preparation, and dedicated scheduling have already taken place.
• Deposits may be transferred one time to a rescheduled appointment when proper notice is provided.
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DAY-OF-APPOINTMENT PAYMENTS
Accepted payment methods:
Cash — preferred and greatly appreciated
Afterpay · Apple Pay · Zelle · Venmo · Credit Card · Debit Card
⚠️ Credit and debit card payments include a 4% processing fee.
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THE TATTOO DESIGN PROCESS
I specialize in large-scale, detailed custom tattoo work, and good designs take time.
I typically send your artwork a day or two before your appointment so you have an opportunity to review it before we work together.
Once you’ve seen the design, I’m happy to discuss adjustments and make any changes necessary to get the piece where it needs to be.
The more information and reference material you provide when booking, the better I can understand what you’re envisioning and hit the creative mark I’m always striving for.
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A DAY AT THE STUDIO
When you arrive, you’ll probably find me in a pretty pumped-up mood — I genuinely love what I do.
We’ll start by reviewing your design together, making any final adjustments, and confirming the size and placement. Once we’re both happy with everything, I’ll apply the stencil and we’ll get to work.
I provide water and small snacks, but you’re absolutely welcome to bring your own food and drinks. Day appointments are immersive, so coming prepared makes the experience much more comfortable.
I usually have movies or TV shows playing while I work — clients swear it helps — but feel free to bring headphones if you’d rather zone out with music, a podcast, or your own entertainment.
I don’t take a lot of unnecessary breaks because I like to maintain momentum, but if you need a break, just ask.
This is your appointment.
My goal is for you to leave having had a great experience and, most importantly, with a tattoo you’ll be proud to wear for life.
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COVER-UPS
AKA: “THANKS, SNAKE”
So maybe your friend threw a party.
Snake showed up with his tattoo machine.
Decisions were made.
Now, years later, Snake is gone…
but his tattoo lives on.
Good news.
A significant portion of my work is cover-ups, and I’ve spent many years taking on difficult tattoos and figuring out creative ways to give people something they’re proud to wear again.
Cover-ups require a completely different approach than working on untouched skin. The existing tattoo affects the size, composition, contrast, color, and overall design possibilities of the new piece.
Sometimes that means we have to approach your original idea a little differently.
And yes, sometimes we’re limited by whatever the hell Snake did that night.
In rare situations, there simply may not be a perfect cover-up solution. If that’s the case, I’ll tell you.
I would rather be honest about what is realistically possible than promise you something that isn’t going to work.
But if I believe I can give you something great, I’ll put everything I have into doing exactly that.
When submitting a cover-up request, please include:
• Clear, well-lit photos of the existing tattoo • A photo showing its placement on your body • Approximate dimensions • Your ideas for the new tattoo • Any reference images you like
We can’t erase Snake…
But we can absolutely out-tattoo him.
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READY TO START YOUR PROJECT?
Send me an email or text with your tattoo idea, reference images, placement, approximate size, and general availability.
EMAIL: ALBERTSMARTINK@GMAIL.COM TEXT: (708) 705-1104
Weekends tend to book especially quickly, and my schedule is generally booked several weeks in advance.
⚡️ Please remember: I personally answer my booking inquiries, so thank you for your patience. I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.
THANK YOU
I sincerely appreciate your interest in my work.
After more than two decades of tattooing, I still get excited about creating something new and working with people who trust me with something they’re going to carry with them for the rest of their lives.
I look forward to hearing your idea and hopefully creating something special together.