Basil Teeth Tattoos Booking Information

Hi! I’m Rowan (they/he), and I’ve been tattooing on skin since November 2021.

One of the things that got me into tattooing was the way tattoos made me feel like my body was more my own, especially after years of gender dysphoria. We can feel distanced from our own bodies for a variety of reasons, and I want to provide an affirming, reconnective experience for my clients.

Getting tattooed can be a very vulnerable experience, and I aim to create a safer space for my clients through practicing trauma-informed tattooing and staying committed to always learning.

I work at and co-own Raven's Rookery Tattoos with my coworker Hannah (comic_hans). We strive to provide a friendly and accessible space to all, especially to those who have been previously unwelcomed in tattoo spaces.

I do pre-drawn and custom work! I like tattooing cats, creatures, nature-inspired pieces, and cute ‘little guys.' I love hearing clients’ ideas and working together to bring them to life!

Our shop website is coming soon!

We are located on 2976 Ivanrest Ave SW Suite 275 Grandville, MI 49418. We are located in the back of the building on the second floor, the second door on the right.

The parking lot is large and free.

There are no automatic doors in the building.

No stairs are required to enter the building, but we are on the second floor. There is an elevator. It is old and sometimes moves abruptly and can take a few seconds to open and close.

We have a bathroom in our office suite that is wheelchair accessible, apart from the lack of automatic doors.

Email me at [email protected] to book an appointment or free consultation.

Please ONLY DM me if you’re claiming a spot from my story that asks for DM’s OR you have questions about aftercare/how your tattoo is healing.

It's easy for DM's and DM requests to get lost, so emails are the best for inquiry's and scheduling!

My current rate is $120/hr (needle time only; minimum $100), and I require a $50 nonrefundable deposit. This goes towards the total cost of the tattoo.

If you made an appointment before 9/1, we will use my old rate.

I round up to the nearest 15 minute mark when calculating cost, but I don’t include paperwork, stencil, or break times in this. If you're working with a limited budget, let me know and we can work within that!

I send mockup sketches a week before appointments, so you can think about the design, and I have time to make any requested changes. If you request major changes within 24 hours of the appointment, a $30 fee will be added to your total appointment cost.

I take cash or card, but cash is preferred.

Name and pronouns

Description and reference pictures of the design, including size and location

Whether you want color and/or gray wash

If the piece is covering up raised scars or another tattoo

What days and times you are generally free. I generally schedule for Wed-Sat 2-8pm

If you are working within a set budget

If you want any information on numbing agents, aftercare, and/or how to prepare for a tattoo

If you have any access needs for the appointment and/or space

Any other questions you have

Realism

Portraits of real people

Handwritten phrases that don’t have a direct reference (i.e you don’t have the phrase you want written in said handwriting)

Religious or sacred symbols from cultures the client is not a part of and culturally disrespectful imagery (e.g. caricatures, dream catchers, the Om symbol)

Hate symbols

Other artists work that the client does not have permission to be tattooed

I may not be the right artist for you, and I'm happy to give recommendations for other artists

Deposits are nonrefundable.

Please give at least 48 hour's notice if you need to cancel or reschedule.

If you do not give advanced notice or if you no-show, you will need to pay a $30 fee to reschedule your appointment.

If you reschedule 2 times, you will need to pay the rescheduling fee to do so again.

If you cancel your appointment, any custom designs will be forfeited and may be posted as flash.

I wear a KN95 in the studio, and we have an air purifier in the space as well.

At this time, everyone in the studio is required to wear masks, which we have for free.

We have limited seating in the studio, so please limit your guests to 2 or fewer. If you would like to bring more guests, please let me know!

First touch-ups within a year are free!

Don’t be afraid to ask for a touch up! I want you to feel good about your piece and your body.

Moisturize the area you want tattooed once a day a few days prior to your appointment.

Bring a valid ID and a mask. We have free masks up front in case you forget.

Make sure to eat and drink something 3-4 hours before your appointment. Bring water and a snack, especially for longer sessions. We have water and snacks at the shop in case you forget or need more.

Wear clothing that reveals or can be easily pulled back to reveal the area being tattooed. I’ll do my best to not stain clothing, but you should wear clothing you don’t mind getting dirty. We have privacy screens and nipple pasties available if you’re interested in those.

I can’t tattoo you if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

I can’t tattoo sunburnt, bruised, or rashy skin as well as recently cut skin. If this is the case, please contact me to reschedule.