Prices & process
I charge €119 per hour, the same for every style and every design. My prices are absolutely fair and transparent, because I want the design you have in mind to stay affordable for you. Before the appointment you'll get an honest estimate from me of how long your design will take.
- Hourly rate
- €119
- per hour of work
- Deposit
- €50
- when booking, deducted from the final price
- Small designs
- from €119
- one hour is the minimum price, even for very small tattoos
- Consultation and design
- Talking about your tattoo is free. As soon as I sit down at the computer and create the design, that counts as working time. But I'm accommodating about it.
- Payment
- At the moment cash only.
- Appointments
- You don't have to wait long with me, we can almost always find a date at short notice. With a small deposit of €50 I keep it free for you, and it's deducted from the final price.
Why I don't negotiate
You should come to me because you like my work, not because I charge the least for a tattoo. That my prices are still very fair is a nice side effect, but it's not the reason I tattoo.
There's no haggling at the tattoo artist's. I won't rush either, I only work as fast as the quality allows. If you get in touch because someone somewhere does it cheaper, then I'm sorry, but you've come to the wrong place. Proper tattoos have their price.
In return you get the full service from me: a thorough consultation, a design adjusted to you on the spot, high-quality materials, a proper wrapping of the finished piece and a tube of tattoo cream for aftercare on top.
From enquiry to finished tattoo
Enquiry
You write to me on WhatsApp or call me, though I prefer the first contact on WhatsApp. What matters is your design idea, the body part, the rough size and whether you already have tattoos. A reference picture saves us both a few questions.
Consultation
We talk about your idea, the placement and the style. I'll tell you honestly how far I can fulfil your wishes and estimate how many hours your tattoo will take.
Deposit and date
We set the date to suit you, usually at short notice. With a small deposit of €50 I keep it free for you. For bigger projects we plan several sessions right away, so you know what to expect.
Before the appointment
Please come well rested and with something in your stomach, and don't drink alcohol in the 24 hours before. Don't put cream on the spot and definitely don't turn up with sunburn. Wear something comfortable that leaves the area easy to reach.
The appointment
I only create the design now, when you're standing in front of me and I can see the body part. Then the stencil goes on the skin, and I only start once the placement is right for you. Breaks are possible at any time, I don't rush myself or you.
Aftercare
Your tattoo is wrapped with high-quality self-adhesive tattoo film or liquid plaster, and you get a tube of tattoo cream for aftercare from me. I answer questions during healing on WhatsApp, and after healing we look at the result together.
What to bring to the consultation
- Reference pictures of designs, styles or tattoos you like, several is fine
- An idea of which body part the tattoo should go on and roughly how big it may be
- For portraits, sharp and well-lit original photos, because even I can't make a sharp tattoo from a blurry reference
- For cover-ups, the old tattoo, clearly visible and not covered with make-up
- Your ID, and if you're under 18, the consent form and your parents' ID
- Information about allergies, skin conditions or medication such as blood thinners
I tattoo from 18, from 16 with your parents' consent.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tattoo cost in Erfurt?
I charge €119 per hour. I don't do flat prices, because every design takes a different amount of time and I don't want to give anyone a number that turns out wrong in the end. At the consultation you'll get an honest estimate from me of how many hours your design will take.
How much does a small tattoo cost?
I charge small designs by time too, but at least one hour. So a small tattoo costs from €119.
Does the design cost extra?
The consultation is free. The time I spend creating your design at the computer does count as working time, though, and is charged at the hourly rate. But I'm accommodating about it.
How can I pay?
At the moment cash only.
How much is the deposit?
I take a minimal deposit of €50 so the appointment can be booked firmly. The amount is then deducted from the final price.
Can I negotiate the price?
No, there's no haggling at the tattoo artist's. My prices are deliberately fair and transparent so the design you want stays affordable. You should come to me because you like my work, not because someone somewhere does it cheaper.
From what age can I get a tattoo?
From 18 your ID is enough. From 16 I'll tattoo you with your parents' consent: either they come along to the appointment, or you bring a signed consent form. In both cases I need your ID and your parents' ID.
How do I get an appointment?
The best way is to message me on WhatsApp at +4915212112101, because I prefer the first contact on WhatsApp. Of course you can also call me. There's no long waiting list: I always keep a few days free so I can take spontaneous requests too, so we almost always find a date at short notice. I tattoo Monday to Friday, 10 am to 10 pm, by appointment only.
Is the design made in advance?
No, I always create the design at the tattoo appointment, not before. Only when you're with me and I can see the body part can I properly match size, flow and placement to it. Then we change it until it's right for you.
How long does a tattoo take?
That depends on size, style and body part. Smaller designs are often finished in one session, bigger pieces like sleeves or back pieces I spread over several appointments. I only work as fast as the quality allows.
Which tattoo styles does Alexander do?
I've never tied myself to one particular style. I specialise in portrait, fineline, lettering, mandala, Chicano and realism, and I'm also a cover-up specialist. I don't tattoo unconstitutional symbols and designs; apart from that I'm very tolerant, open-minded and discreet.
What do I get after the appointment?
Your tattoo is wrapped with high-quality self-adhesive tattoo film or liquid plaster, and I give you a tube of tattoo cream for aftercare at no extra cost. I answer questions during healing on WhatsApp, just send me a photo.
Which languages can I speak with you?
You can talk to me in German, English or Russian.
Ready for new ink?
Just get in touch with the design you have in mind or your ideas, ideally with a reference picture. We can sort out a lot calmly on WhatsApp, and of course you can also call. You'll get an honest assessment from me and a suggested date.