A TATTOO BEGINS BEFORE THE INK
Your Story Doesn’t Have To Fit A Template
About me
Hi, I’m Mimi, a tattoo artist based in Houston.
I have been tattooing for many years, and I enjoy working with different ideas, styles, placements, and sizes. Fine-line and detailed work are among my strengths, but I do not limit myself to only one type of tattoo.
What matters most to me is creating a tattoo that looks beautiful, feels right for the person wearing it, and is thoughtfully planned for long-term wear.
A beautiful tattoo begins with an idea you truly love. But a good idea also needs the artist’s experience and technical skill to determine the right size, placement, composition, line weight, shading, color, and level of detail.
These decisions affect not only how the tattoo looks when it is fresh, but also how clearly and beautifully it may settle into the skin over time.
That is why I take time to understand the complete project before tattooing. If part of an idea may not work well at the requested size or placement, I will explain why and help adjust the direction while keeping the meaning and character of the original idea.
My goal is simple: to create a tattoo you love
—one that is beautiful in its design,
technically well executed, and made with its future in mind.
BEYOND THE IDEA
WHAT MAKES A GOOD TATTOO?
AN IDEA YOU LOVE
Your idea may come from a meaning, a memory, an image, or simply something you enjoy looking at. It does not need a deeper story—it just needs to feel right for you
DESIGNED FOR YOUR BODY
The same design can look different depending on where it is placed. Its shape and composition should be adjusted to fit the selected area naturally.
THE RIGHT SIZE & DETAIL
The size should match the amount of detail in the design. If a tattoo is too small for its details, some elements may need to be simplified or given more space.
SKILL & TECHNIQUE
Line weight, spacing, contrast, shading, and color should be chosen based on the design and the skin. These technical decisions affect both the fresh result and how the tattoo may appear over time.
YOU BRING THE IDEA I BRING THE EXPERIENCE AND TECHNIQUE TO MAKE IT WORK AS A TATTOO
YOUR NEXT STEP
HOW TO START YOUR TATTOO
1. SHARE WHAT YOU HAVE
Share your idea, reference images, placement, approximate size, and any important details. Providing complete information helps me review your project and respond more quickly and accurately.
It does not mean you are required to get the tattoo exactly as originally submitted.
2. SEND IT TO ME
The inquiry form is the best way to receive a specific response because it includes the information and images I need. You can also use website chat or Instagram DM for quick questions.
3. REVIEW & NEXT STEP
I will review your project, discuss it with you, ask any necessary questions, and explain your next step. If you decide to proceed, we will discuss booking options, available dates, and the deposit.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. WHAT IF I AM STILL UNSURE ABOUT MY TATTOO OR IDEA?
Complete the inquiry Form even if you have not made a final decision. You can use it to request a booking, discuss your idea, ask questions, or receive a price estimate. Submitting the form does not commit you to getting the tattoo.
2. HOW DOES THE DESIGN PROCESS WORK?
Your idea and reference materials are the starting point. IN PERSON : We will work together to test, combine, resize, and adjust the design using the tools available at the studio. This helps determine the right composition, size, placement, and more before tattooing.
3. WHAT BOOKING OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE?
There are three options:
Consultation Only: A consultation fee is required. It is not a deposit, but it will be applied toward your tattoo if you book afterward.
Same-Day Design Review: Review and adjust the design at the beginning of your tattoo appointment. A deposit is required.
Design Review One Day Before: Review the design before your tattoo date. This does not mean a full day is reserved for preparation. A deposit is required.
4. WHAT IS CONSULTATION ONLY, AND WHEN DO I NEED IT?
Consultation Only gives you time to ask questions, explore solutions, test ideas, and decide whether to change the design or move forward. It is helpful when your direction is unclear or when you want to understand the options before making a decision. Tattoo time must be booked separately.
5. WHAT IS SAME-DAY DESIGN REVIEW?
This option is suitable when your idea and direction are clear. The design is reviewed and adjusted at the beginning of your scheduled tattoo appointment. Tattooing begins only after you approve it.
6. WHAT IS DESIGN REVIEW ONE DAY BEFORE?
This option is helpful when you want extra confidence before your appointment, still have questions about the idea, or need more time for a complex design. It also allows us to test the size and placement before tattoo day.
7. HOW DO I KNOW WHICH OPTION IS RIGHT FOR ME?
Send your information first. After reviewing your project, I will recommend the option that best fits your idea, concerns, and preparation needs.
8 HOW IS THE TATTOO PRICE DETERMINED?
Pricing depends on the size, placement, detail, color, complexity, and estimated tattoo time. A more specific estimate can be provided after the project is reviewed.
9. HOW DOES THE DEPOSIT WORK?
One deposit reserves one appointment date and blocks that time on the artist’s schedule. Deposits are non-refundable.
10. WHAT HAPPENS IF I CANCEL OR RESCHEDULE?
A new deposit is required to reserve a new appointment date. With at least 48 hours’ notice, the original deposit may remain as credit toward the final tattoo price if the new appointment is scheduled within two months. Late cancellations, missed appointments, or changes outside this period may result in the original deposit being forfeited.
11. WHAT SHOULD I DO FOR TATTOO AFTERCARE?
After your tattoo, a clear protective Second Skin bandage will be applied. Keep it on for five days, then gently remove it and apply a thin layer of the recommended ointment to keep the tattoo lightly moisturized for the following two weeks. Follow any additional instructions provided by Mimi.