FINE ART Tattoos
Every tattoo by Shane Wallin is custom-crafted with care in a private, professional setting.
Bookings & Consultations
If You’re LOCAL…
Consultation is booked with your tattoo appointment.
Your consultation with Shane to discuss your design will be close to your appointment date.
He will email your design for approval before the appointment.
If You’re VISITING…
You’ll have a phone consult the week of (or prior to) your appointment.
You will send reference photos and an image of the area to be tattooed beforehand.
You’ll receive the same detailed design process as locals.
Scheduling Info
Saturdays and travel dates book quickly—often 3+ months out
Booking availability varies by season
Contact us directly to coordinate your dates
DESIGN PROCESS
Shane begins your design closer to your scheduled appointment, after your consultation.
All designs are created digitally and superimposed on your body for preview.
You’ll receive a mock-up for approval—please respond promptly with feedback.
Final color choices are made in person with Shane at your appointment.
PRICING & DEPOSITS
RATES
Tattoo Minimum: $100
Small–Medium Tattoos: Priced per design (one session)
Large–XL Tattoos: Priced per design (one session)
Extra-Large Tattoos: $250/hr (multi-session)
Multi-session appointments are typically 3–5 hours per sitting.
We are able to make “guess-timates”, but reserve the right to raise/lower the cost depending on factors such as size, placement, and detail.
DEPOSITS
$200 for sessions 3 hours or less
$500 for full-day bookings
Payment due at each session
SCAM ALERT….SHANE WALLIN IS THE ONLY ARTIST AT GARNET TATTOO. WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING DEPOSITS FOR ANYONE EXCEPT SHANE. PLEASE TEXT DIRECTLY FOR CLARIFICATION 619-942-9737
Multi-Session Projects
Expect to book sessions every 4–6 weeks for consistency
Please be prepared financially and time-wise to complete the project
Final cost may vary based on size, placement, and detail
HOW TO PREPARE
Be well-rested, hydrated, and fed
No sunburns—keep the tattoo area out of the sun. The California sun is brighter than you think. We cannot tattoo sunburned skin.
No hot tubs, soaking, or swimming for 3 weeks after your tattoo
Wear comfortable clothing
No alcohol/marijuana/etc. on the day of your appointment
You may bring one guest.
Day of APpointment
Wait in your car until your scheduled time—Shane may be in session
Bring a valid photo ID or passport
You’ll fill out a release form upon arrival
Consultation and final mutual design review happen at the start of your session
Shane ensures privacy and a safe, focused environment
Aftercare instructions will be provided
(For areola tattoos: each side takes approx. 20 minutes or less)
If you have tape or adhesive allergies, let Shane know—he’ll adjust accordingly.
