Hi there!I draw creatures both real and imagined, sometimes accompanied by stars and flowers, and usually on people’s skin. I’m 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 you’re 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. It’s harder to financially plan for a tattoo and plan a proposal when you don’t know an artist’s 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 I’m given less than 48 hours to reschedule, except in case of dire emergency.Schedule:
I work Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Fridays, and have limited availability on 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 tricky—please 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 we’re a quick 10-minute walk from the Ashby BART station.

Rates

♡ ᴄᴜsᴛᴏᴍ ᴡᴏʀᴋ ♡-𝘉𝘜𝘋𝘎𝘌𝘛-List your budget in the booking form and I can design your tattoo accordingly•••
-𝘋𝘙𝘈𝘞𝘐𝘕𝘎 𝘍𝘌𝘌-•All custom work comes with a drawing fee of $100, which is separate from tattoo time.•••
-𝘚𝘔𝘈𝘓𝘓 𝘗𝘙𝘖𝘑𝘌𝘊𝘛𝘚/𝘏𝘈𝘕𝘋𝘗𝘖𝘒𝘌-•Fixed rate for small projects (~under 6”) based on size/placement/complexity•Estimated price range will be offered based on booking form,
hard quote based on consult.•••-𝘓𝘈𝘙𝘎𝘌𝘙 𝘗𝘙𝘖𝘑𝘌𝘊𝘛𝘚-• 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 $900𝘚𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘯𝘰 𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 4 𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴.-𝘉𝘙𝘌𝘈𝘒𝘐𝘕𝘎 𝘜𝘗 𝘚𝘌𝘚𝘚𝘐𝘖𝘕𝘚 -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.-𝘌𝘚𝘛𝘐𝘔𝘈𝘛𝘌𝘚 -I can offer estimates for how many total hours I expect a large piece to take, but can’t guarantee it for extra large work or work on ribs or abdomen.•••-𝘍𝘙𝘌𝘌𝘏𝘈𝘕𝘋 𝘛𝘈𝘛𝘛𝘖𝘖𝘚 -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.Freehand sessions are now charged at the same hourly rate as customs.•••♡ ғʟᴀsʜ ♡•All new flash will be posted with a flat rate and a preferred size range.
•If you want the piece much larger than anticipated, or on the ribs, I may offer an adjusted price.••-𝘋𝘌𝘗𝘖𝘚𝘐𝘛-•A deposit of $100 is required to book your appointment.
•This 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.

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 haven’t eaten. I’ve had clients get woozy after even a small tattoo, and I’m 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 night’s 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

  • Parking– 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.