Tattoo workstation inside Dreamers Ink studio

Consultation

Always free

Tell us what tattoo you want. We'll need to know as many details as possible - what details you want to incorporate, the size, and the location. Then contact us and we'll set up a time to talk through everything.

We start every piece with a conversation. No commitment, no pressure. Just two people talking about art.

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Black and grey portrait tattoo of a Native American woman by Kylie Lesko

Your Session

Starting at $80

After our consultation, we'll sketch your tattoo and let you know how much it will cost. All scheduled tattoos require a deposit to lock in your appointment.

Then we bring it to life. Your story, your design, permanently told in ink.

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What to Expect

Your first visit

Reach Out

Contact us by phone, email, or through the contact form. Tell us about your idea - rough concepts are fine. We'll schedule a consultation that works for you.

Consult

Meet with your artist in person. We'll talk through your vision, look at reference images, discuss placement and sizing. This is always free and never pressured.

Design

Your artist sketches a custom design based on our conversation. You'll see the work before anything touches skin, and we'll refine until it's exactly right.

Create

Session day. Your artist brings the design to life. We keep the environment comfortable, the music right, and the conversation going - or quiet, your call.

Pricing

Transparent and fair

Every tattoo is quoted individually based on size, detail, and placement. We'll always give you a price before we start - no surprises.

Consultation
Free

Always. No exceptions. Come talk to us about your idea with zero obligation.

Deposit
Required

All scheduled tattoos require a deposit to hold your appointment. Applied toward your total cost.

Booking

Scheduling policy

A few things we need from you to lock in your appointment — and a heads-up on what happens if plans change.

Thank you for booking with us here at Dreamers Ink. Before we lock in your appointment, here's what you can expect on our end and what we'll need from yours.

Every appointment starts with a set day and time agreed on with your artist. To hold that slot, we ask for a deposit. Each artist sets their own minimum, so the amount depends on who you're working with and the size of the piece.

That deposit is non-refundable, and it's applied toward the total cost of your tattoo. When you book a date, your artist is setting aside that block of time specifically for you, and that time is how we make our living.

If you need to reschedule, we ask for at least 48 hours' notice. Anything less than that, or a no-call no-show, means the deposit is forfeited and a new one will be needed to rebook. Not because we're trying to be difficult, but because a missed day is a missed paycheck for the artist who reserved it.

We appreciate you respecting our time the way we respect yours.

Common Questions

FAQ

Do I need an appointment?
Walk-ins are always welcome at Dreamers Ink. For larger or more complex pieces, we recommend booking a consultation first so your artist has time to create the perfect design.
How much will my tattoo cost?
Our shop minimum is $80. Final pricing depends on size, detail, placement, and time. During your free consultation we'll give you an accurate estimate with no surprises.
How should I prepare?
Get a good night's sleep, eat a solid meal, stay hydrated, and avoid alcohol for 24 hours. Wear comfortable clothing that gives easy access to the tattoo area. Bring reference images if you have them.
Do you do cover-ups?
Yes. Our artists have experience with cover-up work. Come in for a consultation so we can evaluate the existing tattoo and discuss what designs will work best.
What's the deposit policy?
A deposit is required to book and goes toward the total cost. Each artist sets their own minimum deposit amount. Deposits are non-refundable. See full policy →
What's your rescheduling policy?
We require at least 48 hours' notice to reschedule. Less than 48 hours, or a no-call/no-show, will forfeit the deposit and a new deposit will be required to rebook. See full policy →
What age do I need to be?
18 years or older with valid photo ID. No exceptions. We follow all Illinois state regulations.
Ready to begin?

Let's make something
permanent

Free consultations. No pressure. Just reach out and let's talk about your next piece.