Phone Script Templates for Tattoo Artists (2026)
When you’re mid-tattoo, you can’t safely stop to answer a call—your hands, your client’s skin, and your sterile setup come first. These scripts help you sound consistent and professional even when you’re busy, and they’re built around real tattoo shop situations: deposits, sizing, placement, cover-ups, touch-ups, and piercing concerns.
New Tattoo Inquiry (Fresh idea, first-time caller)
Use when someone calls asking “Do you do tattoos?” or “How much for a small tattoo?”
“Hey, thanks for calling—this is [Your Name] at [Shop Name]. I’m in the middle of a session, so I’m going to get you taken care of quick. What are you thinking: black-and-grey or color, and where on the body? About how big—like coin-size, palm-size, or larger? If you can, text or email me a clear reference photo and a photo of the placement area, and I’ll give you a real estimate. Small tattoos usually start around $100–$300, medium pieces are often $300–$800, and large work like sleeves can be $1,000–$5,000+ depending on detail. Want to set a consult or lock in a booking with a deposit?”
Tips for this scenario
- -Have them describe size using everyday objects (quarter, credit card, palm) so you can price faster.
- -Ask for both a reference image AND a photo of the body area—placement changes line thickness, flow, and time.
- -Say your minimum out loud early (ex: “My shop minimum is $100”) so you don’t spend 10 minutes on a $60 idea.