TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All website content, including text, images, logos, branding, and artwork, is owned by or licensed to Tattoo Realistic and is protected under Australian intellectual property laws.

Tattoo Artwork and Design Disclosure

All tattoo designs created by Tattoo Realistic artists remain the intellectual property of the artist and Tattoo Realistic unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Tattoo designs may not be:

  • Reproduced

  • Copied

  • Tattooed by another artist

  • Used commercially

without prior written consent.

Digital copies of tattoo designs will not be provided, emailed, messaged, or released to clients under any circumstances.

All designs are prepared specifically for in-studio use and are presented on the day of the appointment, where minor adjustments may be made in consultation with the artist. If the client wishes to view a design prior to the appointment, a paid consultation with the artist must be booked.


Design Changes

Once the tattoo concept, subject matter, style, and colour approach (including black and grey or colour) have been agreed between the client and the artist, the design will be prepared on that basis.

Minor adjustments may be made as part of the design process or on the day of the appointment. Minor adjustments include small refinements to composition, scale, placement, shading balance, or detail and do not alter the agreed overall concept or colour approach.

Any request to substantially change the agreed concept, subject matter, style, or to change from black and grey to colour (or vice versa) will be treated as a major design change and will incur an additional design fee.
The additional design fee must be paid prior to any further design work being undertaken.

Tattoo Realistic reserves the sole discretion to determine whether a requested change constitutes a minor adjustment or a major design change.

This policy protects the intellectual property of Tattoo Realistic and its artists and prevents unauthorised copying or use of designs.


2. BOOKINGS AND APPOINTMENTS

Booking Process

  • All appointments must be booked in advance

  • Consultations may be required before tattooing

  • A deposit is required to secure appointments

  • Walk-ins are not accepted

Submitting a booking request does not guarantee an appointment until confirmed by Tattoo Realistic.


Deposits and Multi-Session Projects

  • Deposits are non-refundable

  • Deposits secure appointment time and cover design preparation and administrative costs

  • Deposits represent a genuine pre-estimate of loss incurred by Tattoo Realistic

  • Deposits may be transferred once only if rescheduled with sufficient notice

For multi-session tattoo projects, the deposit applies to the overall tattoo project and is carried forward to the final session. This results in the final session being discounted by the amount of the deposit previously paid.

For multi-session tattoo projects, each subsequent session must be booked and completed within two (2) months of the previous appointment.

If the client does not book or attend the next session within this two-month period:

  • The deposit will be forfeited, and

  • A new deposit will be required to secure any further appointments.

Where a multi-session project is delayed beyond the two-month period and must be rescheduled, any previously discussed or estimated pricing is no longer guaranteed.
Tattoo Realistic reserves the right to adjust rates in accordance with current pricing at the time the project resumes.


Late Arrival & Abandoned Appointments

Clients are expected to arrive on time for their appointment.

Late arrival may result in:

  • A shortened session, or

  • Cancellation of the appointment if insufficient time remains to safely complete the work

In such cases, the appointment will be treated as a late cancellation and the deposit may be forfeited. Full session pricing may still apply where the session proceeds in a shortened timeframe.


Artist Availability & Unforeseen Circumstances

Tattoo Realistic reserves the right to reschedule appointments due to artist illness, injury, emergency, equipment failure, or other unforeseen circumstances.

Where this occurs:

  • Deposits will be transferred to a rescheduled appointment

  • No refunds or compensation will be provided for travel, accommodation, or time incurred


3. CANCELLATIONS, RESCHEDULING & NO-SHOWS

  • A minimum of one (1) week’s notice is required to cancel or reschedule

  • Late cancellations will result in forfeiture of the deposit

  • No-shows automatically forfeit their deposit

  • Repeated cancellations may result in refusal of future bookings

Tattoo Realistic reserves the right to charge a cancellation fee where permitted by law.


4. AGE AND IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Age Requirement

  • Clients must be 18 years or older

  • No exceptions are made

  • Valid government-issued photo ID is mandatory

Acceptable identification includes:

  • Australian driver licence or learner permit

  • Australian passport

  • Proof of Age Card

  • International passport (with valid visa if applicable)

Failure to provide valid ID will result in refusal of service, regardless of actual age.


5. HEALTH, SAFETY & MEDICAL DISCLOSURE

Clients must:

  • Be in good general health

  • Disclose all relevant medical conditions, medications, allergies, or skin conditions

  • Not be under the influence of drugs or alcohol

  • Not be pregnant or breastfeeding

Tattoo Realistic complies with NSW Public Health regulations relating to skin penetration procedures.

Tattoo Realistic reserves the right to refuse service if tattooing may pose a risk to the client’s health or safety. This decision is final and made in the client’s best interests.


6. CONDUCT AND BEHAVIOUR

Tattoo Realistic is a professional, inclusive, and respectful studio.

Abusive, aggressive, discriminatory, threatening, or inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated and may result in:

  • Immediate termination of the appointment

  • Refusal of service

  • Loss of deposit

This applies to behaviour in-studio, online, and during communications.


7. AFTERCARE AND TOUCH-UPS

Aftercare

Clients must strictly follow all aftercare instructions provided.

Tattoo Realistic accepts no responsibility for poor healing, infection, ink loss, or other complications resulting from failure to follow aftercare instructions or from individual healing responses.


Touch-Ups

One complimentary touch-up is offered for fine line tattoos only, to be used within three (3) months of the original appointment.
All standard tattoos are subject to paid touch-ups at the studio’s current rates.

The complimentary touch-up applies solely to minor ink loss resulting from normal healing and does not cover changes to design, size, placement, colour, or issues arising from poor aftercare, sun exposure, friction, trauma, or client negligence.

Touch-ups:

  • Must be requested within three (3) months

  • Are subject to availability

  • May incur additional charges where healing issues result from improper aftercare


8. FINAL DESIGN APPROVAL

The commencement of tattooing constitutes the client’s final approval of the design, placement, size, and colour.

No responsibility will be accepted for dissatisfaction raised after tattooing has commenced.


9. PHOTOGRAPHY & MARKETING

Tattoo Realistic may photograph or record completed tattoos for portfolio, website, and marketing purposes.

Clients consent to the use of such images unless written objection is provided prior to the appointment. No identifying features will be used without consent.


10. LIABILITY AND DISCLAIMERS

Tattooing is a permanent body modification. Results vary depending on skin type, placement, healing, and aftercare.

While services are provided with due care and skill as required under Australian Consumer Law:

  • Exact colour retention and symmetry are not guaranteed

  • Tattoo Realistic is not responsible for outcomes affected by client aftercare or individual healing response

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Tattoo Realistic’s liability is limited to the amount paid for the relevant service.

Nothing in these Terms excludes consumer guarantees that cannot be excluded under Australian Consumer Law.


11. CONSUMER GUARANTEES & REFUNDS

Refunds are not provided for change of mind.

Where an issue arises that may fall under Australian Consumer Law, Tattoo Realistic will assess the matter and determine an appropriate remedy, which may include rework or correction rather than a refund.

Each case will be assessed on its individual circumstances.


12. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS

Tattoo Realistic may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in law, business operations, or services.

Updates take effect once published. Continued use of services constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.