In consideration of receiving a tattoo from Grimm and Bare It LLC. including its artists, associates, apprentices, agents, or any employees (hereinafter referred to as the “Tattoo Studio” I agree to the following:

I  have been fully informed of the inherent risks associated with getting a tattoo. Therefore, I fully understand that these risks, known and unknown, can lead to injury including but not limited to: infection, scarring, difficulties in the detection of melanoma and allergic reactions to tattoo pigment, latex gloves and/or soap. Having been informed of the potential risks associated with getting a tattoo I wish to proceed with the tattoo procedure and application and freely accept and expressly assume any and all risks that may arise from tattooing.

I WAIVE AND RELEASE to the fullest extent permitted by law any person of the Tattoo Studio from all liability whatsoever, including but not limited to, any and all claims or causes of action that I, my estate, heirs, executors or assigns may have for personal injury or otherwise, including any direct and/or consequential damages, which result or arise from the procedure and application of my tattoo, whether caused by the negligence or fault of either the Tattoo Studio, or otherwise.

The Tattoo Studio has given me the full opportunity to ask any question about the procedure and application of my tattoo and all of my questions, if any, have been answered to my total satisfaction.

The Tattoo Studio has given me instructions on the care of my tattoo while it's healing. I understand and will follow them. I acknowledge that it is possible that the tattoo can become infected, particularly if I do not follow the instructions given to me. If any touch-up work to the tattoo is needed, I agree that the work will be done at my own expense. I am aware that hand, finger, and feet tattoos are more likely to fade than other areas of the body.

I am not under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and I am voluntarily submitting to be tattooed by the Tattoo Studio without duress or coercion.

I do not suffer from diabetes, epilepsy, hemophilia, heart condition(s), nor do I take blood thinning medication. I do not have any other medical or skin condition that may interfere with the procedure, application or healing of the tattoo. I am not the recipient of an organ or bone marrow transplant or, if I am, I have taken the prescribed preventative regimen of antibiotics that is required by my doctor in advance of any invasive procedure such as tattooing or piercing. I am not pregnant or nursing. I do not have a mental impairment that may affect my judgement in getting the tattoo.

The Tattoo Studio is not responsible for the meaning or spelling of the symbol or text that I have provide to them or chosen from the flash (design) sheets.

Variations in color and design may exist between the tattoo art I have selected and the actual tattoo when it is applied to my body. I also understand that over time, the colors and the clarity of my tattoo will fade due to unprotected exposure to the sun and the naturally occurring dispersion of pigment under the skin.

A tattoo is a permanent change to my appearance and can only be removed by laser or surgical means, which can be disfiguring and/or costly and which in all likelihood will not result in the restoration of my skin to its exact appearance before being tattooed.

I release the right to any photographs taken of me and the tattoo and give consent in advance to their reproduction in print or electronic form. You may request no photos be taken.

I agree that the Tattoo Studio has a NO REFUND policy on tattoos, piercing and/or retail sales and I will not ask for a refund for any reason whatsoever.

I agree to reimburse the Tattoo Studio for any attorneys' fees and costs incurred in any legal action I bring against the Tattoo Studio and in which either the Artist of the Tattoo Studio is the prevailing party. I agree that the courts of located in the State of Pennsylvania shall have jurisdiction and venue over me and shall have exclusive jurisdiction for the purposes of litigating any dispute arising out of or related to this agreement.

I acknowledge that I have been given adequate opportunity to read and understand this document that it was not presented to me at the last minute and grasp that I am signing a legal contract waiving certain rights to recover damages against the Tattoo Studio.

If any provision, section, subsection, clause or phrase of this release is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that portion shall be severed from this contract. The remainder of this contract will then be construed as though the unenforceable portion had never been contained in this document.

I hereby declare that I am of legal age (and have provided valid proof of age and identification) and am competent to sign this Agreement.

I HAVE READ THE AGREEMENT, I UNDERSTAND IT, AND I AGREE TO BE BOUND BY IT.

1. Secures the Appointment: A deposit helps ensure that both the artist and the client are committed to the scheduled appointment. It discourages last-minute cancellations or no-shows, which can result in lost business for the artist.

2. Artist's Time Commitment: Tattoo artists often spend time preparing for the design, gathering materials, and setting aside time specifically for the client. The deposit compensates for this effort if the client cancels or doesn't show up.

3. Covering Potential Losses: If someone cancels last minute, the artist might not be able to fill that spot on short notice. A non-refundable deposit helps to mitigate the financial loss from such cancellations.

4. Business Policy: It’s part of the shop's business model to maintain a steady flow of work and ensure that they are compensated for their time. Since tattoo artists often have a busy schedule, a deposit is a way to protect their time and income.

5. Tattoo Creation Process: In some cases, the artist will spend significant time on design work, including drawing and customizing the tattoo. If the client cancels after this work has been done, the deposit helps compensate for the artist’s labor and creativity.

Tattoo touch-ups aren’t typically free because they involve additional time, labor, and supplies, which all cost money. Here are a few reasons why:

1. Time and Skill: Touching up a tattoo requires an artist to spend time revisiting your design, which takes skill and effort. The artist may need to adjust their technique or apply new layers of ink to refresh the work.

2. Material Costs: Ink, needles, and other materials must be replenished for the touch-up process, adding to the cost.

3. Appointment Scheduling: Tattoo shops often have busy schedules, and a touch-up requires an artist to set aside time specifically for your appointment.

Hand and finger tattoos tend to fade more quickly than tattoos in other areas of the body due to a few factors:

1. Frequent Movement: Hands and fingers are in constant use. Whether it's gripping, typing, or doing other tasks, the constant movement can cause the tattoo to wear out faster, as the skin is constantly being stretched and pulled.

2. Skin Thickness: The skin on the hands and fingers is thinner and more exposed than other areas of the body, which means it doesn’t retain ink as well. This can lead to quicker fading.

3. Sun Exposure: Hands and fingers are almost always exposed to sunlight, and UV rays can break down tattoo ink over time, causing fading. Even with sunscreen, the hands still receive significant exposure.

4. Frequent Washing: Hands are washed frequently, and this constant exposure to water and soap can contribute to the fading of tattoos over time, especially if the tattoo isn't properly moisturized.

5. Healing Process: Because of the frequent use of the hands, healing tattoos may be disturbed more easily. If a tattoo doesn't heal properly or experiences friction during the healing process, it might not retain its ink as well.