Mike Coleman
Artist/Owner
Artist Speciality: Black and Grey Realism, Surrealism, Illustrative, and Fine-Line
Instagram: @mikecolemantattoo
Email: booking.sacrament@gmail.com
Check out my Portfolio and Artist Process below!
I like to work in full day sittings, Monday through Friday. I do this to produce the highest quality tattoo for you. I don’t want my clients to feel like I am rushing through their appointment and I definitely don’t want my tattoos to reflect that. I choose certain references for a given tattoo because I feel that it will make the piece stronger or have more flow into it. I will always give my honest advice to clients on what the best approach is to achieve the greatest outcome. Some bigger tattoos like sleeves, half sleeves, etc., will require more than one appointment. Depending on the intricacy or skin condition, it might extend the process of the tattoo as well. Everyone’s skin is different and every tattoo is different; understand that every tattooer works differently and will tackle a project differently. My mission isn’t how fast I can finish the piece, but that the final product in the end is at the best quality. Full day sessions include setting up, drawing, stenciling and application of aftercare wrap. Every tattoo is charged by the hour, set at $250/hour. If your tattoo is not done in this time period, another session will be scheduled 2.5 to 3 weeks in-between appointments for healing time.
Artist Process
I layout and draw all artwork the day of the appointment or the night before in some cases. I do this to keep things between us fresh and so that we can vibe back and forth to see what works and what doesn’t. I put a lot of time, effort, and energy into every piece I do and I do not draw anything prior. I work a lot better spontaneously and am most creative this way. I understand this requires a lot of trust and I wish to build this with you; I only have the best intentions to give you the best tattoo I can produce. I do have in-person consultations to meet and discuss what you’re looking to have done and we can set you up an appointment that day with a required deposit.
The quality of your piece is my number one focus and I try my best to accommodate everyone that would like to collect a piece by me. With that being said, please be open to changes I feel necessary during the design process. I am very proud of what I put on your body and I would rather not make a profit over something I don’t feel one hundred percent confident in.
I feel this explains a lot about how I work, the process, and how to book with me. I am always open to answer any questions you might have, and I very much look forward to working together in the near future!