Arlo Teague
Hi there!I draw creatures both real and imagined, sometimes accompanied by stars and flowers, and usually on peopleโs skin. Iโm interested in why we get tattooed, what tattoos do for us beyond what we can see, and enjoy learning what inspired you to reach out. I also have a special place in my heart for animal memorials.I hope you find what youโre looking for here!
All the best,
Arlo
FAQ
How to Book:
Check my Instagram bio to see whether my books are open.
If my books are closed, please do not email or DM me. Emails sent during off times will go unanswered.
If my books are open, follow the link in my bio and follow all instructions on the formA Note: I understand it can be frustrating trying to book with a tattooer. Itโs harder to financially plan for a tattoo and plan a proposal when you donโt know an artistโs future booking schedule.Customs
I'm trying to work at a slightly larger scale at least ~8 inches.Things I like to tattoo:
-Animals of all sorts
-Mythical Creatures
- Mythological Beast Women (harpies, sphinxes, faeries, combinations you've thought of yourself, etc.)
- You can't go wrong with Pokemon.
- Any of the above incorporated with: Celestial Imagery (stars, sparkles, moons, etc). Forest-y Motifs (moss, mushrooms, ferns, dewey spider webs, etc.), and Plants (veggies and herbs from the garden, flowers, wild things, etc.) and really anything witchy or magickal.Rescheduling and Cancellation:
Deposits and drawing fees are non-refundable.
If you need to reschedule your tattoo, I ask that you do so within 48 hrs of your appointment. This gives me time to try and fill your spot.
Your deposit will be transferred to your new appointment time if I get 48+ hours notice.
I will ask for another deposit if Iโm given less than 48 hours to reschedule, except in case of dire emergency.Schedule:
I work Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and have limited availability on Fridays and Saturday afternoons.
I DO NOT tattoo on Sundays or Mondays. I need this time to draw tattoo designs and recharge.
Location:
I work at Magnetic Arts at
2110 Ashby Ave.
Berkeley, CA 94705Driving: we are located off Highways 13, 24 and 580. Please be mindful of commuter traffic when planning your route.Parking: there is street parking available but depending on the day / time, it can be trickyโplease take a look at our parking map and plan accordingly.Public Transit: AC Transit bus routes 18, 49 and 800 stop at the corner of Ashby & Shattuck and weโre a quick 10-minute walk from the Ashby BART station.
Rates
โก แดแดsแดแดแด แดกแดสแด โก-๐๐๐๐๐๐-List your budget in the booking form and I can design your tattoo accordinglyโขโขโข
-๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐-โขAll custom work comes with a drawing fee of $100, which is separate from tattoo time.โขโขโข
-๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐/๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐-โขFixed rate for small projects (~under 6โ) based on size/placement/complexityโขEstimated price range will be offered based on booking form,
hard quote based on consult.โขโขโข-๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐-โข Fixed session rate/price cap for larger projects, based on a pre-determined session length
(tattoo time only, stencil placement is always free).2hr $500
3hr $730
4hr $900๐๐ฆ๐ด๐ด๐ช๐ฐ๐ฏ๐ด ๐ข๐ณ๐ฆ ๐ฏ๐ฐ ๐ญ๐ฐ๐ฏ๐จ๐ฆ๐ณ ๐ต๐ฉ๐ข๐ฏ 4 ๐ฉ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ณ๐ด.-๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ -If you need shorter sessions (for financial reasons, pain management, time constraints, etc) I can break large projects down into sessions as short as 2 hrs.-๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ -I can offer estimates for how many total hours I expect a large piece to take, but canโt guarantee it for extra large work or work on ribs or abdomen.โขโขโข-๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ -Freehand tattoos are designs that are drawn on you in sharpie and tattooed on the spot.You will not be able to see a finished artwork before the tattoo, but you can give a lot of feedback as it is drawn on you.This is a fairly new process for me, so my current price for freehand tattoos is 500/session (no matter session length)โขโขโขโก าสแดsส โกโขAll new flash will be posted with a flat rate and a preferred size range.
โขIf you want the piece much larger than anticipated, or on the ribs, I may offer an adjusted price.โขโข-๐๐๐๐๐๐๐-โขA deposit of $100 is required to book your appointment.
โขThis is included in the final appointment of your tattoo.
More questions?
Send me an email and my assistant or I will get back to you shortly!
Available Flash
Click to go to Instagram post with more info on each piece (if available)! Each piece is only done once unless stated otherwise.
Repeatable Ponyta 4-5" โข $450 - 675 depending on size
Pink Everlasting โข 5.5-6.5โ โข $600-750
California Holly โข 5.5-6.5โ โข $600-750
Sika Charms โข 2.5-4โ โข deer $350, floral $275
Capybara 2 โข 2.5-4โ โข $350
Handpoke Dog Flash โข $300
Forest Spirit and Friends
Ol' Rabbit Flash โข 5" โข $550
Spirit Rabbit Flash โข 4-5" โข $450
Tiger and Butterflies Flash โข 5" minimum โข $575
Midnight Meadow Rabbit Flash โข 4.5-6" โข $500
Dog and Moon Flash
More flash is available on Instagram highlights!
Before Your Appointment FAQ
The Day Of:
Eat a filling meal within 2 hours of your appointment.
I will send you to get food across the street if you havenโt eaten. Iโve had clients get woozy after even a small tattoo, and Iโm pretty sensitive to being tattooed myself :)
Stay hydrated and drink lots of water
NO LOTION
Lotion can cause the stencil to fall right off! Even for a shading session, it can leave a residue that may clog needles. Lotion is great for the week leading up to the appointment, but not the night before or the morning of.
Zelle is preferred! Venmo or cash are also accepted as well. Below are the bank ATMs closest to the shop.
Bank of America ATM 2546 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702
Wells Fargo ATM 2835 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
Chase ATM 2352 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704
The Night Before:
Get a good nightโs sleep
Refrain from any substances that can leave you feeling washed out or hungover, but especially alcohol as it will dehydrate you! This makes your skin harder to tattoo.
Getting to the Shop:Address: Magnetic Arts, 2110 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
Parkingโ Please look at a map of the streets labeled below ahead of your appointment!
Monday-Friday: DO NOT PARK ON THE SHOP SIDE OF ASHBY. The city tows the shop-side of Ashby from 4-6pm. We have a sign up at the shop door but many people miss it.
Parking can be found on Ashby ACROSS THE STREET from the shop. Parking can also be found on Russel off of Shattuck, and Shattuck in front of the Enterprise lot, on the same corner as the shop. Lorina also sometimes has parking.
PAY ATTENTION TO ALL PARKING SIGNS. This is the best information I have but stuff changes on us from time to time.