416-503-4513.
GUEST ARTIST!
Melissa from Sin City Tattoos in Montreal will be gracing us with her presence on March 15-20th 2010 to tattoo at the shop.. she specializes in portraits so get your shit toegther and book now to get tattooed by her.. to see some of her stuff check out her portfolio at www.sincitymtl.com
Hours of Operation
Mon - Wed 12pm till 9pm. Thurs 12pm till 10pm Fri-Sat 12pm till 12am
Sun 12pm - 6pm
Visit Our Site: www.greatcanadiantattoos.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Before your tattoo
While some individuals are more sensitive than others, the act of getting tattooed is generally a painful one. To make the experience as comfortable as possible, we recommend wearing loose fitting clothing and comfortable shoes. Please make sure that you have had a proper meal within one hour prior to receiving your tattoo. We also ask that you refrain from consuming any alcohol for 24 hours prior to your appointment; alcohol is a blood thinner and will cause excessive bleeding during the tattoo process, which is unpleasant for both you and your artist. The Great Canadian Tattoo Co. reserves the right to refuse service to clients who arrive for their appointment under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and will require an additional deposit to reschedule.
How are tattoo's priced?
The cost of a tattoo depends not only on the time required to execute the art on your body, but all the preparations essential in reaching the tattooing stage. The more detailed and customized your art work, the higher the cost will be. As every tattoo has unique needs, we can not give accurate quotes over the phone or internet. Any quotes given prior to the final approval of a drawing by both client and artist, are subject to change at any time. If you decide you no longer want your tattoo, a refund of your deposit will not be processed, but can be applied to another tattoo up to one calendar year of your initial consultation.
How long does it take?
The time required to compelte a tattoo varies by the tattoo itself as well as the client. Some tattoos may not be able to be completed in one sitting, and will require you to come back once the first stage of your tattoo has healed. We suggest that you arrange your appointment for a time when your schedule is free of any conflicts, and you will be able to dedicate as much time as is needed to execute the tattoo and the aftercare that follows.
Do I need to make an appointment?
While walk in clients are welcome, we can't guarantee you will be tattooed on the spot. Some tattoos require additional research, art work and consultations with the client. For custom tattoos, we ask that you bring as many reference drawings as possible. While we have many reference books and flash available at the shop, the internet and your local library are excellent sources. For portraits, please ensure photographs are a minimum size of 4" x 6". A non-refundable cash deposit will be required at the time of booking, and will be applied to the final cost of your tattoo.
How do I care for my tattoo?
Aftercare instructions will be given to you by your tattoo artist. The most critical stage in the healing process starts immediately upon completion of your tattoo, so please take time to read through the instructions and ask any questions you may have before you leave. It is essential that you follow these instructions carefully, as the biggest factor in how quickly and cleanly your tattoo heals, is you. . Occasionally, a tattoo may lose some colour or experience some fading or scabbing during the healing process. On these occasions, any necessary retouching is included in the cost of your tattoo. Any defects in colour or line work due to improper aftercare is not included in your original fee, and you will be charged to retouch the work. Our artists are extremely experienced and can easily identify an improperly healed tattoo from any trauma that might occur during the healing process.
Are there any risks to getting tattooed?
We at the Great Canadian Tattoo Co. pride ourselves on the flawless reputation of our shop. We are activity licensed with Toronto Public Health, and maintain an above industry standard level of cleanliness and sterility. While extremely rare, there have been a few reported cases of minor allergic reactions to the ink used in the tattoo process. If you are succeptable to skin irritations, are taking any prescription medications, or are currently/may be pregnant, we recommend you consult with your doctor prior to getting tattooed. Detailed information on the products we use and our sterilization procedures are available upon request.
Tattoo Aftercare Instructions
Do:
Leave the tattoo bandaged for a minimum of 4 hours and no longer than 12 hours. Remove the bandage under warm running water. If bandage is stuck to the tattoo, gently remove it while under running water, therefore reducing the risk of damaging the tattoo. Once bandage is removed, using an unscented soap (dove or Ivory), wash the tattoo off well with a clean washcloth and warm soapy water. Be sure to clean all the dried blood, lymph and, body fluids off the tattoo, it’s very important to the healing process that the tattoo is cleaned thoroughly. Although it’s a little painful IT MUST BE DONE.
When done washing off the tattoo, gently pat the tattoo dry with a clean towel and allow the tattoo to air dry for at least an hour. Never moisturize tattoo immediately after washing or getting the tattoo wet, As this will cause exess scabbing .You should wait at least one hour however three hours is better.
Once dry Apply a VERY THIN amount of Lubriderm or Curel (Ultra healing and fragrance free) or other unscented dry skin lotion to the tattoo, apply it 1-3 times a day, make sure you completely rub in the cream, do not leave it moist. Remember less is best when healing a tattoo. Don’t think that if you apply cream more often it will heal quicker, if anything you will be left with a huge scab and a faded tattoo. The lotion can be applied to the tattoo about 1-3 times daily for about 10-14 days or until the tattoo is completely healed. Somewhere between 3 and 6 days, the tattoo will start to flake like tissue paper. Do not pick at or scratch. Let the skin peel naturally. You will notice small pieces of dry skin containing colour coming off while using the lotion or washing the tattoo. This is normal – it is just the top layer of dead skin coming off. Your tattoo is not disappearing.
Do Not:
Re-bandage the tattoo once you have removed it. Allow direct sunlight on tattoo for the first 2-3 weeks. Pick or scratch tattoo while it is peeling. Soak the tattoo for 2 weeks. Swim, take a bath, or enter a hot tub or sauna for 2 weeks or until the tattoo is completely peeled. Apply alcohol, Vaseline, polysporen or sun block to a fresh tattoo. Put too much faith in commonsense advice: if you have questions call the artist that tattooed you. Allow clothing or jewellery to rub on the tattoo Some extra stuff: Once you have left the shop, proper care of your tattoo is your responsibility. Small amounts of colour may appear on clothing or sheets for the first few days. When the tattoo is peeling, colour will appear in pieces of dry skin. If the tattoo is in an area where it can be exposed to the air, allow it to breathe. Allowing the tattoo to breathe will help the healing. Your body and oxygen are going to heal the tattoo. If possible, wear loose fitting clothing over the tattoo and be careful not to suffocate the tattoo with socks or pantyhose.
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