The Oddity Tattoo Process

950+
5-Star Reviews

23
Artists

4
Sarasota Locations

23+
Years in Sarasota

YOUR JOURNEY
WHAT TO EXPECT
Getting a tattoo at Oddity is a collaborative process — not a transaction. Here's exactly what happens from first message to healed ink.

1

REACH OUT
Fill out the quick inquiry form below — tell us your idea, which location works for you, and who you'd like to work with. Not sure which artist fits your vision? No problem — just tell us your idea and we'll match you with the right person. We respond within 24 hours, usually much sooner.

2

THE CONSULT
A consultation is a short meeting — usually 10 to 30 minutes — between you and your artist before any tattooing happens. Think of it as a planning session where you and your artist get on the same page.
What happens at a consult:
✦  You share your idea, reference images, and any inspiration
✦  Your artist asks questions and gives honest feedback
✦  You discuss placement, size, style, and what will work best on your skin
✦  Your artist gives you a price and time estimate
✦  You pick your appointment date

At the end of your consult you'll pay a deposit to hold your appointment. *Retainers are typically $100–$200 and go toward the final cost of your tattoo — they're not an extra charge, just a commitment from both sides that the appointment is happening.

RETAINER POLICY
✦  Your retainer is deducted from the total cost of your tattoo once completed — it's not an extra fee
✦  Retainers are non-refundable but are transferable with at least 48 hours notice before your scheduled appointment
✦  Retainers expire 8 months from the original appointment date
✦  Retainers are forfeited in cases of no call/no show, very late arrival, or rescheduling with less than 48 hours notice
Your retainer secures your artist's time. Our artists' livelihoods depend on scheduled appointments — please let us know as soon as possible if you cannot make your appointment. We understand life happens and will always do our best to work with you.

3

YOUR APPOINTMENT
This is the day. Your artist will have your design ready. You'll see it, give feedback, and once you love it — the tattooing begins.
Day-of tips:
✦  Eat a full meal before you come — seriously
✦  Stay hydrated — good skin takes ink better
✦  Wear comfortable clothing that gives access to the area
✦  Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before
✦  Bring your ID and any remaining reference images

After your session your artist will wrap your tattoo and walk you through aftercare. You'll pay the remaining balance at this point — your deposit has already been applied.

4

HEALING
A tattoo is a wound and healing takes time — typically 2 to 4 weeks for the outer skin and up to 3 months for full deep healing. The short version of aftercare: keep it clean, keep it moisturized, stay out of the sun and water, and don't pick at it.
What's normal during healing:
✦  Redness and swelling for the first 2–3 days
✦  Peeling and flaking in week 2 — totally normal, do not pick
✦  Itching — this is your skin healing, resist scratching
✦  Colors may look dull or milky while healing — they'll brighten

Oddity guarantees all tattoo work with a free touch-up within 8 months of your appointment — just reach out to your artist directly. Full aftercare instructions are on our FAQ page.

READY TO GET STARTED?
Fill out a quick form — we'll match you with the right artist and reply within 24 hours.

REQUEST A CONSULT

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
First tattoo? Nervous? Not sure where to start? That's completely normal — and exactly what the consult is for. Our artists are here to make you feel comfortable and confident before anything happens.

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