Questions, answered

Everything starts with an enquiry — there’s no instant online booking. You view the work, send an enquiry, have a consultation if one’s needed, then we agree a quote and date and a deposit books it in.

Every enquiry is read personally. We usually reply within 2–5 working days. For certain kinds of work we may suggest a consultation first.

The studio is appointment-only, by enquiry — so we don’t take walk-ins.

Not for everything — mainly for larger, custom, Japanese, cover-up or scar work, or if you’re unsure. For straightforward work the enquiry form is enough.

Consultations are free when needed. Design work begins once your appointment is booked and the deposit is paid.

Every tattoo is priced individually, with a £60 studio minimum. Larger, full-day or multi-session work is discussed once we’ve seen your idea, size, placement, style and detail.

Yes — a minimum of £100 (more for larger work, at the artist’s discretion). It’s non-refundable, deducted from the final price, and secures your appointment while design work begins.

With 14 or more days’ notice you can move your deposit once. With less than 14 days’ notice the deposit may be lost and a new one required. Illness and genuine emergencies are handled separately, at the artist’s discretion.

Cash, bank transfer and card.

Cover-ups are considered case by case. Please send clear photos in natural daylight. Not every cover-up can be achieved exactly as requested, so we’ll often recommend a consultation before confirming what’s possible.

Same approach as cover-ups — case by case, photos first (natural daylight), and a consultation may follow before we confirm what can be done.

Absolutely — first tattoos are welcome and taken seriously. Send an enquiry with your idea and we’ll guide you through what to expect.

Yes. Love For Ink is home to artists with different styles and approaches. Rita focuses on custom minimalist line-work — botanical, wildlife and organic designs — while Ioannis specialises in larger Japanese, blackwork and black & grey projects. If you’re unsure who would be the best fit for your idea, simply choose Any Artist when booking and we’ll recommend the right artist for you.

You must be 18 or over, and we may ask for valid photo ID. If age can’t be verified, the appointment can’t go ahead.

Please tell us before booking if you are unwell, have an infection, take medication that may affect bleeding or healing, have allergies, have a medical condition that may affect the tattoo process, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have previously had problems healing a tattoo. Some situations may need extra advice before booking.

Keep it clean, lightly moisturised, and out of the sun and water while it heals, and don’t pick as it flakes. Full guidance is on the Aftercare page, and you’ll get specific advice on the day.

12A Bath Place, Taunton, TA1 4ER. Open by appointment Tuesday–Saturday, 10am–5pm. There’s public and long-stay parking nearby.