Tattoo studio on Guam
Unique tattoos from an artists with over 11 years of experience
| Ben Quinata Ben has been an art teacher on island for over 25 years and a tattoo artist for 12. He is also a painter, as well as a muralist. He has hosted and participated in many art shows on the island. Raised in southern Guam, Ben Quinata's early work was inspired by his surroundings — often reflecting the vibrant colors of the beautiful nature found in the south. Already an avid traveler, Ben decided in 2015 to quit his job and travel full time for as long as he could. On his travels, he visited over 18 countries and completed the Camino de Santiago — a religious pilgrimage across northern Spain. Soon after completing the Camino, he lived in Southeast Asia where he created art. |
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If you have any questions, feel free to contact me via e-mail ben@theinkaddicts.com
What is step by step process of getting a tattoo?
1. Please contact me via WhatsApp, e-mail or Instagram or through this website
2. I will need following information from you:
You can come for a free consultation where we will go over your design preferences and make a rough sketch. Experience shows: face to face meetings before complicated tattoos always lead to the best results.
If you are willing to proceed, in the end of the consultation you make a $50 deposit, and I complete a drawing for your tattoo before the session. This payment is nonrefundable and goes towards your payment for the tattoo session. If you need to reschedule your appointment, please notify me at least 24 hours prior. If you fail to do so, you will need to make another $50 deposit before I could schedule another session with you.
2. I will need following information from you:
- Tattoo placement (if you need help deciding, just let me know)
- Estimated size of your desired tattoo
- Description and references (illustrations/ pictures/ tattoo styles you like). Anything that would help me to create a design that you will love. Ideally you want to describe what do you like about every of those images.
- Color preferences if you have
- Sometimes I would ask you for a picture of your tattoo placement area. Once I create a design I will place it over your picture
You can come for a free consultation where we will go over your design preferences and make a rough sketch. Experience shows: face to face meetings before complicated tattoos always lead to the best results.
If you are willing to proceed, in the end of the consultation you make a $50 deposit, and I complete a drawing for your tattoo before the session. This payment is nonrefundable and goes towards your payment for the tattoo session. If you need to reschedule your appointment, please notify me at least 24 hours prior. If you fail to do so, you will need to make another $50 deposit before I could schedule another session with you.
How much is it?
It depends on the size and complexity of the design. On average I charge $150 perhour. I will give you a price quote after a free consultation. Just contact me via WhatsApp or e-mail.
How should I prepare?
- Relax
- Hydrate: this is the most important step if you want to last longer, feel less pain and heal quicker afterwards.
- Don't consume alcohol a night before your visit (and in the morning too). Usually people think that drinking while getting a tattoo is cool, but it's not. Some people bleed much more and their skin swells badly. This leads to crooked lines and not even ink absorbtion.
- Usually I shave the area of the tattoo for the client right before I start. If you want to do it yourself, you can, just make sure to do it same day as your appointment. And make sure not to cut yourself.
- Be comfy. Wear comfortable clothes, bring your favorite pillow if you need to. You will need to spend several hours in the same position, so better to be comfortable.
Is it safe to get a tattoo?
Your safety and comfort is a priority for me. All the tools I use are disposable, I will show you the needles and their expiration date. I take all the safety measurements including wearing masks etc
Is it painful?
Depending on the placement of your tattoo, but yes
Can you fix an old tattoo?
Sure, just remember your new tattoo likely will be larger than the previous one. Send me the picture of your old tattoo and we will see what I can do
How to take care of a new tattoo?
Depending on the placement of your tattoo, I usually cover it with a bandage.
- Remove the bandage after 24 hours. Gently wash the tattoo with antimicrobial soap and water and be sure to pat dry.
- Apply a thin layer of antibacterial/Vaseline ointment twice a day, but don't put on another bandage.
- Gently wash your tattoo area twice a day with soap and water and gently pat dry before reapplying the antibacterial/Vaseline ointment.
- Keep applying a moisturizer or ointment after you clean it to keep it moist.
Contacts
+1 671 682 6030
quinatab@yahoo.com
Chamorro Village, unit 139
Guam USA
by appointment only
quinatab@yahoo.com
Chamorro Village, unit 139
Guam USA
by appointment only
