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Studio marginalia

Writing a useful tattoo brief.

Describe the idea, approximate placement and scale. Do not send identity documents, private records or copied artwork through a general enquiry.

A useful idea leaves room for the artist.

Describe the subject, approximate scale and intended placement in general terms. References can explain a direction; the artist confirms their own artwork arrangement rather than copying another person’s design.

The agreement is separate.

An enquiry reserves no appointment and takes no deposit. The actual artist and studio confirm the scope, final costs and practical arrangements.

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A drawing begins
with a conversation.

Describe the general idea, approximate placement and scale. The artist confirms the actual design and appointment arrangements.

Write the brief