Aftercare

    1. First, wash your hands. Then, wash the tattoo with bare hands and a mild liquid soap such as Dial Gold.

    2. Pat dry with a clean towel or paper towel.

    3. Once the tattoo is dry, apply a thin layer of aftercare on the tattoo such as Hustle Butter or Aquaphor for the first 2-3 days. After that, you can use an unscented lotion on the tattoo, allowing it to absorb into the skin. Two to three times a day is recommended.

    • Your new tattoo will itch. DO NOT scratch it. Apply a thin layer of lotion and leave it alone.

    • Showers = Awesome. Baths, swimming, soaking? No way, Jose. Let your tattoo heal before doing any water activities such as these.

    • Avoid tight clothing. Friction can bother the tattoo and cause more discomfort.

    • Suns out and you want a tan? Let’s not. Wait till your tattoo is healed and then proceed with a tattoo sunblock to help minimize sun damage to the tattoo.

  • Contact the shop with any questionss, and we will help you with whatever you need.

Tattoo Aftercare:

Piercing Aftercare:

    1. Wash your hands thoroughly with antibacterial soap before caring for your piercing.

    2. Add sterile saline solution (ex. NeilMed Wound Wash) to a small cup and ad q-tips.

    3. Clean the piercing with the saline soaked q-tips three times a day every day for the for as long as your piercer recommends. Be sure to not twist the jewelry when cleaning, only cleaning around the piercing.

      You can also fully submerge the piercing into a cup with the sterile saline solution for 10-15 minutes at a time, no more than 2 times a day.

    • Avoid twisting, turning, or pulling the piercing.

    • Feeling like taking a dip? Maybe, let’s wait until your piercing is fully healed.

      Everyones healing time is different, but be sure to consult your piercer on when it’s okay to change the jewlery.

  • Contact the shop for any more issues, and we will help you with whatever you need. Also, free assistance with jewelry changes if we’ve pierced you before.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much do you charge?

    The cost of your tattoo is based upon the size, amount of detail, and whether or not you want your tattoo with color or just black + gray.

    Our shop minimum is $60 and typically, we charge by the hour at a rate of $100/hr.

    For larger scale pieces and custom work, we love to start our clients with a free consultation to assess the needs of the tattoo.

  • How do I book an appointment or consultation?

    There are a few ways we can get you on our books…

    1. Fill out our “Inquiry” form and give us all the information about your tattoo.

    2. Reach out to us on our Facebook page “Athena Art Company” and give us all the details.

    3. Call us to schedule a consultation!

    4. swing on by the shop and we will hash out the details in person!

  • Do you take walk-ins?

    Sometimes, we do! It truly depends on the artists availability and the tattoo you’re wanting to get! We always post updates on our Facebook page so be sure to follow us there!

  • Can I get a tattoo if I am a minor?

    No. The state laws in Tennessee state that an individual must be at least 18 years of age to get tattooed. Highly special circumstances can effect this, but it is based on a rare case by case basis.

  • Can I get a piercing if I am a minor?

    Heck yeah! Here’s the things you should know:

    1. You will need your parent or legal guardian that has valid identification with you along with a birth certificate or custody papers that names that parent or guardian.

    2. We will not perform a piercing if the child is expressing extreme duress or fear of not wanting that piercing. The piercing will only take place if the child gives their expressed consent.

  • Why do you need a deposit?

    Our artists don't get paid unless they're doing tattoos. We have families to take care of and bills to pay just like anyone else. Preparing tattoos takes time and effort, and we don’t want our time or yours to be wasted. By taking a deposit, it gives us a small assurance that you’ll come and get your tattoo, and deposits are deducted from the overall cost of your tattoo.

    If something comes up and you need to reschedule, we ask for a 48 hour notice. We understand that stuff happens so don’t stress too much, just communicate with us!