Black Altar Collective

Located in downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania and specializing in illustrative tattoos.

Appointment only.

Things to Know

Important notes

Venmo, CashApp, PayPal or cash are accepted payments. We do NOT have a card reader.

You absolutely may not bring any children with you to your appointment. You can’t leave them in the car either. No one under 18 will be permitted in the tattoo studio. Plan accordingly.

and tips

Prep your skin prior to your tattoo session by applying moisturizer daily on the area for at least a week leading up to your appointment. Do not apply moisturizer the day of your session. Instead, you will exfoliate your skin gently and create a perfect tattoo surface for quick and easy application.

Get a good night’s sleep and eat before your appointment. You being comfortable, well fed and rested will make the tattoo process go smoothly.

Feel free to bring a small quick snack to eat and water, coffee, tea, etc. to your appointment. Please do not try to eat a meal in the shop. This goes for your guest as well.

The studio prefers you come alone to your appointment, however you may bring ONE guest if necessary. We don’t have the space for your friends and extended family. They’ll be bored anyway.

Please be courteous of the artists and other clients in the studio. DO NOT try to play videos or music out loud on your phone. It is extremely distracting to everyone.

Feel free to bring headphones or a book to read. We won’t be mad if you’re quiet. We all work best when we can focus fully on the tattoo and the clients’ comfort.

Do not get drunk the day before, the day of, or the day after your tattoo appointment. Blood can thin with heavy alcohol consumption leaving you with an unpleasant healing process and unsatisfactory results.

Some medications do not interact well with tattoos. Consult your doctor if you’re unsure because we are definitely not doctors.

Dress appropriately for the tattoo, leaving easy access for the artist.