old
colorado
city

Emma Loren

Originally from the Texas Hill Country, Emma has been tattooing all over the southwest for 11 years. Her private studio is located in the historic Old Colorado City neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. Emma specializes in both black & gray and color tattoos with a focus on themes drawn from nature and history. Outside of tattooing, Emma enjoys running, cooking, thrift shopping, traveling, and spending time with her husband, children and two dogs.

G ently exfoliate area to be tattooed 24-48 hours before your session. this step should be skipped if within 24 hours of your appointment, as exfoliation can cause micro-abrasions in the skin.

Moisturize skin often in the days leading up to your tattoo.

Please do not shave the area. i will take the time during your session to shave you, to avoid any potential cuts. if you have very dense/long hair, you are welcome to clip the hair shorter using electric trimmers.

Arrive to your appointment clean, fed, hydrated, and comfortably dressed.

Leave the covering on for 2-12 hours (it should stay on if you are going to work, or to sleep in if you were tattooed in the evening). the tattoo will ooze a clear/ink-colored fluid for up to 24 hours.

Remove bandage with clean hands under warm running water to loosen any parts that may be stuck to the bandage.

Gently wash your tattoo with liquid, unscented soap using your fingertips and hot water until slimy plasma layer is gone. after washing, air dry your tattoo until there is no water on or in the wound.

**if you are healing with derm shield, please continue to the next tab for instructions. otherwise, continue reading for traditional healing instructions**

Moisturize with a thin layer of unscented lotion or balm. repeat this process twice a day until your tattoo is finished peeling and fully healed.

The area will burn for a few days, then it will dry and begin to flake. please do not pick at, scrub, scratch or shave your tattoo during any point in healing. do not soak your tattoo underwater, such as in the swimming pool or bathtub. tattoos on the legs may throb or swell more than other areas. you may also experience bruising on thin skin or if you were tattooed over bone. direct sunlight on the fresh tattoo should be avoided by covering with clean clothing (no sunscreen until after healing is complete)

After your appointment, your artist will apply your first application of derm shield. it is normal for blood and fluids to collect under the bandage.

After 24 hours, remove your initial bandage. gently clean and air dry the tattoo and surrounding area, ensuring there is no soap or any residue on the skin. with clean hands, remove derm shield from the sterile pouch. cut the derm shield to cover tattooed area plus a 1-2 inch margin from the edge of the tattoo. peel off backing to expose adhesive side and position the derm shield over the tattoo with the adhesive side facing the skin. gently apply using light pressure, starting from the center to the edges to eliminate air bubbles. do not stretch the derm shield during application.

The second derm shield application should stay in place for 5-7 days. do not wear the bandage longer than one week. to remove your derm shield, gently peel from the edge, pulling it slowly back over itself. do not pull the bandage away from your tattoo.

Have a Question?

Fill out the contact form and we will respond within a week!

If you haven't received a response within 7 days, please check your spam/junk folder before sending another inquiry.

If you are inquiring about a tattoo, please include the following info in your message:

Tattoo idea
Desired placement
Size (in inches)
Budget (if applicable)
Availability (if applicable)

How much is the deposit?

Deposit amounts are based on the length of your appointment, and are as follows: 0-3 hours - $100 3+ hours or multi-session tattoo - $200 Deposits are due at the time of scheduling, and will be applied to the total cost of your tattoo. In the case of multi-session work, your deposit will be applied to the final session. All deposits are non-transferable and non-refundable, so please be absolutely certain you're ready before placing a deposit and scheduling your tattoo. A minimum of 48 hours notice is required to reschedule appointments. Failure to do so will result in the loss of your deposit. Regardless of circumstance, you may only reschedule your appointment one time before forfeiting your deposit. At that point, if you wish to reschedule, you must leave another deposit.
Where are you located?

We are located at 547 E Cimarron St. in Colorado Springs, CO. There is a parking lot and free street parking available.
What are your hours?

We are open Wednesday-Saturday from 11a-7p.
How can I make an appointment?

Please fill out the contact form! We will respond within a week
What are your rates?

The shop minimum is $120. Multi-session pieces are completed in half day (four-hour) increments at $700/session. Smaller, one-shot designs will be priced by the piece. Feel free to reach out for a quote via email (frogwitchtattoo@gmail.com) even if you're not ready to schedule yet!
What forms of payment are accepted?

We take both cash and card for your tattoo payment. If you're paying with a card, please bring a matching form of identification, as it will be checked to prevent fraud.
What should I bring to my appointment?

You can not get tattooed without a valid ID and form of payment. If you show up without these things, your deposit will be forfeited and you'll need to put another deposit down to reschedule your tattoo. Beyond that, arrive to your tattoo hydrated and fed. You are welcome to bring items of comfort such as a pillow, headphones, water bottles, snacks. You will never be asked to remove clothing unless required for access to the tattoo area (we have stickers/pasties available if needed). With that being said, please dress in clothing that allows your artist access to the area being tattooed, and that you don't mind ruining permanently with ink.
Can I bring my friends with me?

Yes! We have space for one person to sit in the tattoo booth with you, but we offer other seating areas, refreshments, and shopping for you and anyone you'd like to bring! If you plan to have a child with you, please bring another adult who can watch and entertain them while you are getting tattooed.
I need to cancel/reschedule my appointment. What are my options?

Clients must give at least a 48-hour notice to reschedule their appointments (limited to one reschedule per booking) to avoid loss of their deposit. Cancellation of the appointment, more than one reschedule, or an outright no-show will result in loss of the deposit. If you need to reschedule, please reach out via email ASAP!
Can I get tattooed while pregnant/breastfeeding?

We do not perform tattoo procedures on individuals who are currently pregnant or have been breastfeeding for less than 6 months. While the risk of complications from getting tattooed is small, it is not zero; our staff is committed to providing the safest environment possible for each client.
When can I see my design?

Your artist will show you the design at your tattoo appointment (unless it's a freehanded design). Small changes will be allowed, however total design changes will be asked to reschedule and the deposit will be forfeited. Due to this, we ask that you be as descriptive as necessary when consulting your artist about your tattoo. If you feel strongly about seeing your tattoo design before committing to an appointment date, we can book you an appointment for a drawing review.
How does a drawing review appointment work?

Instead of choosing a date for your tattoo and placing a conventional deposit, you will pay a non-refundable $50 fee and choose a date to come back to the studio to review your design with the artist. This fee is to compensate your artist for the extra time spent on your appointment and does not go toward the price of your tattoo. It will be forfeited in the event of a no-show. After confirming the design, a deposit will be required and you can then choose a date for your tattoo procedure. *If multiple drawings and reviews are required, you'll be charged a $50 fee for each review appointment booked.*
Do you do piercings?

No we are a tattoo-only studio.

old colorado city

Emma Loren

old
colorado
city