FAQs

Your questions, answered. If you have additional questions please feel free to reach out to me!

  • My studio, Flowerhouse Tattoo, is an appointment only private tattoo studio (no walk-ins) located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. The studio is a short walk from the Morgan Ave. L train. We share the exact address once your appointment is confirmed.

  • Visit my booking page and submit your request. Make sure to sign-up for my newsletter and follow me on Instagram to find out when my books are open!

  • Sign-up for my newsletter and follow me on Instagram to see when my books open and submit a new request! Also, I can consult with you to help you find another artist at my studio Flowerhouse Tattoo!

  • I don’t send drawings ahead of time. For more information about this, please visit my policies page in the “How I Work” section.

  • No numbing cream!

    Please DO NOT apply anything to your skin beforehand. No numbing cream and/or perfume/cologne.

    If you need to use numbing cream, please discuss it with me ahead of time. If we decided to use it, I will apply it in the studio on the day of your appointment.

  • Please review my policies page in the “Pricing“ section for information on tattoo cost.

  • Yep! Just send me an email ahead of time so I can plan to have a seat available.

    • Get a good night’s sleep

    • Stay hydrated

    • Eat a hearty meal an hour or so before you come

    • Bring snacks

    • Avoid alcohol the night before & day of.

    • No more than 1 cup of coffee before a tattoo

    • Avoid bloodthinners like Asprin, Ibuprofen, Aleve etc…

    • Shower and take care of your personal hygiene

  • Wear clothes that will make it easy to access the area you're getting tattooed.

    For example, if you’re getting your back tattooed, it’s great to bring a button down or a zip up hoodie that you can wear backwards.

    Be aware that ink can get on your clothes, so be sure not to wear something you care about.

  • Tipping is customary but not required, never expected.

    20% is common practice for a positive experience. Some clients tip at the end of each session and some wait until the final session for large scale pieces.

    • You’ll be buzzed into the building, greeted at the studio door before completing your waiver (bring your ID).

    • You’ll review your design and tattoo plan with me.

    • We will work together will figure out the size and placement and stencil the design. And once we’re both happy, we will start tattooing.

    • We’ll take bathroom or snack breaks, as needed. For longer sessions, we will take a short lunch break.

    • I will take photos of your tattoo (if it’s finished).

    • You’ll get “wrapped up” with proper bandaging and then we will handle payment.

    • I’ll review the aftercare instructions with you and we will be done for the day.

  • My studio is less than a 5 min walk from the Morgan L train (use the Bogart exit when you get off the train).

    If you choose to drive, you can typically find street parking within a few blocks. However, this is not guaranteed, so I recommend giving yourself an extra 20 mins to park and walk, just in case.

  • A few suggestions for managing pain include:

    • A great way to manage the intensity of getting tattooed is to focus on your breathing and stay still. Long, slow exhalations really do help.

    • Anything that you can do to get yourself into a calm state will set you up for success. If meditating or exercising beforehand works, be sure to do that.

    • Feel free to bring fidget toys or squeeze balls or any other small item that helps you relax. I have some at the studio too - just ask!

    • If listening to a podcast of calming music in your headphones relaxes you, that’s welcome too.

    • As far as pain medication goes, Tylenol is the safest option. Be sure to avoid blood-thinners, as that can impact the ability to get tattooed as well as the healing.

  • Please see my aftercare page for all the information you need to help you expertly care for your new tattoo.

  • Please contact me via email at renglasstattoo@gmail.com or use the contact page of my website.

  • Parking Options: 

    • Street Parking (build in extra time to find your spot (at least 10 - 20 minutes); not a guarantee but likely to have options; must be able to parallel park) 

    • Spot Hero (multiple parking options that you can compare for price, distance, and reviews - allows you to search by vehicle type for oversized vehicles) https://spothero.com/destination/nyc/257-varet-st-parking

    • 37 Stanwix St.Valet Garage or 115 Stanwix St. Garage previous clients have had positive experiences parking in these garages; includes options for oversized vehicles. 

    Nearby ATMs (Flowerhouse Artists are Cash Only):

    • Swallow Cafe (hours 7 am - 7 pm) - 49 Bogart St, Brooklyn, NY 11206 - https://www.instagram.com/swallowcafenyc

    • Angel Noir Cafe (hours 7:30 am - 4 pm; MAY open again in the evening) - 247 Varet Street, Brooklyn, NY 11206  https://angenoircafe.com

    • Food Story Natural Market (open 24 hours) - 40 Bogart St, Brooklyn, NY 11206 

    Hotels (located in Williamsburg unless otherwise noted):

    Cafe’s and Restaurants - Take-out/Close to Flowerhouse on Appointment Day: 

    Restaurants for After Your Appointment (reservations recommended); located in Bushwick unless noted otherwise: 

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