Gossamer Rozen Handpoked Tattoos
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Location: BROOKLYN, NEW YORK
NON-ELECTRIC TATTOOS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPOINTMENTS ON A ROLLING BASIS!
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tigerbob.store flagship
51 35th Street Suite B216 Brooklyn NY 11232
Tues-Wed CLOSED
Thu-Mon 12-5:30pm
“Tattooing. This is my journey toward my ancestry and how I embrace my ethnicity and my true self. With the help and advice and encouragement of many outstanding, kind, and wonderful artists, I took a leap into a world of artistry, industry, heritage, and spiritualism. In finding myself, I understand how much harder it would have been without supportive family, friends, and colleagues. It’s tough to put yourself out there, but it’s better not to keep it inside. That’s why I make art.”
All tattoos are done by hand without a machine “handpoked”.
About Gossamer’s Tattoos
Gossamer is a self-taught, Filipino/African-American, transgender, nonbinary tattoo artist (they/she). Gossamer has been tattooing since June 2018.
"Flash" = pre-drawn artwork designed and tattooed by Gossamer. These drawings are usually tattooed only once.
Custom tattoos is a tattoo made by Gossamer in their unique style, designed with your idea.
All tattoos are done by hand with brand new sterile tattoo needles without a tattoo machine (“handpoke” "stick and poke" "machine-free tattooing").
Gossamer’s work has been published by Tattoodo, Inkedmag, and Phaidon Press.
About Gossamer’s Art Style
My style can be described as a mix of American Traditional tattooing motifs & Asian painting/illustrative work. I am heavily influenced by Japanese, Korean, and Chinese folk art & painting, many of which I grew up with as my Filipino mother brought these back to America with her. I'm also inspired by European verdant and mille fleurs tapestries, indigo Tsutsugaki rice paste resist-dye textiles, & Korean Minhwa folk art. Growing up in America I am inspired by Pennsylvania dutch motifs, American folk art, and American coverlets from the 1800s. I also have an affinity for African textiles. I study a variety of cultures from around the world, mostly pertaining to folk art/craft and traditional handmade textile processes.
Location
Tattoos are completed at tigerbob.store flagship retail space & studio in Brooklyn, New York.
Gossamer is not traveling to tattoo at this time.
Rates
All pricing is in USD. All pricing is subject to change at any time.
Appointment Only - No Walk-Ins
$200 flat rate if less than 1 hour; afterward, $300 per hour, max 4 hours per session (pro rata)
One-time drawing fee for custom work: $250 added to the deposit.
Minimum deposit required is $200
You will receive a quote referencing the amount of time needed to complete your project, but the final price will not be determined until your tattoo is complete.
Booking Information
You must be at least 18 years of age on the date of your appointment to be tattooed.
A government-issued photo ID is required. If you do not have your ID, you cannot be tattooed.
Booking is done via the booking link on CoCreate or Jotform. (The only difference are payment methods offerred!)
Booking Process
Once the form is filled out, I will review all forms and respond accordingly.
A deposit is required to hold your appointment date and time. Payments on the Jotform booking link are Paypal only. If you need more payment options, please book via CoCreate!
You will receive the deposit information after we have agreed on the project and are ready to secure your appointment. I cannot secure an appointment without a deposit.
All pre-drawn flash is repeatable!
Minimum size is 1” square. Most drawings (flash) are between 2 and 5 inches (“palm-sized”) square and can be completed in one session.
After your appointment is secured, you will receive a reminder email approximately 3 days prior to your appointment including the location of the studio, arrival instructions, and Covid-19 reminders.
Reschedule Policy
1 reschedule is allowed and must be requested in writing at least 48 hours from the date of your appointment. Failure to request within this time frame forfeits your deposit.
A second reschedule after the first will forfeit your deposit.
DO NOT ARRIVE SICK OR OTHERWISE UNWELL. If I believe you are unable to be tattooed, and/or unable to consent to be tattooed during the entire session, you will be sent home, and your deposit will be forfeit.
DO NOT ARRIVE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ANY DRUG. You will be sent home, and your deposit will be forfeit.
Your tattoo deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable. No exceptions.
Prior To Your Appointment
The night prior your appointment, please avoid heavy drinking/drug use, and please try to eat well and get plenty of rest. A tattoo is a medical procedure and the tattooing procedure AND healing process causes stress to your body.
Please leave your appointment day free of other activities. I am unable to complete tattoos in exact time frames.
Wear comfortable, clean clothes (preferably dark colors) to your appointment. Be sure to wear something that you're not worried might get ink or otherwise stained on. You will be sitting or laying down for long periods of time in sometimes awkward positions.
There’s lots of food options in the building! You can plan to make a day of your visit and arrive early for brunch and/or grab a meal after your appointment. You can grab a snack or drink during a break. PLEASE EAT AND DRINK PRIOR TO YOUR APPOINTMENT TIME.
Payment is due at the time service is rendered at your appointment. Let me know how you'd prefer to pay. There are accessible ATMs inside the building.
Please remember that your quote is an estimate, not a guarantee of the final amount due. I kindly ask for your flexibility.
FAQ
How does booking customs work?
I'm available to make custom tattoos based on your idea! I only tattoo in my unique drawing style. I can reimagine your concept or subject matter in my own style. Please take a look at my past work for ideas - I don't often stray from my typical subject matter, which is usually animals, plants, and objects in full color or black and gray.
When books open for custom work, please clearly describe your idea in the proposal section. Please be concise about the subject matter of the work, the size, location, and color (or lack thereof). Please withhold information that is ambiguous in interpretation. Gossamer will read and respond to all proposals.
If your proposal is accepted, you will go through the booking process indicated in your email. Please note that all custom drawings will be revealed on the day of your tattoo; a small adjustment can be requested, but a full revision may push back your appointment and incur an additional drawing fee. If you are unsure about your custom design, it may be best to book a session for pre-drawn flash.
Lastly, please be decisive about what you’re looking for. Be sure you’re ready for this tattoo. Be clear in your communication, and flexible during the tattooing process.
How does booking flash work?
When I respond to your proposal, the size/location will be discussed. All available designs and size information will be provided in person at your appointment. All flash is repeatable and designs can be rendered in black and gray or in color! Some colors can be adjusted on a case-by-case basis.
Is it possible to get two tattoos in one session?
Yes it is possible, but keep in mind it is not always faster/cheaper to get two pieces instead of one especially if you want tattoos on different places on your body.
