Thavy Johnson
thavy does tats
Thavy Johnson
(she/her)
About Me
Hello hello! My name is Thavy (pronounced taw-vee). I am a Colorado native and first year tattoo artist.
Currently, I most enjoy tattooing flora and fauna, ornamental designs, and all things witchy of course!
My favorite thing about tattooing is being able to create a safe and inclusive experience for clients. As a woman and POC, I understand that it can be really difficult to find a safe space within the traditional tattoo industry and I love being able to provide a positive experience for clients.
Aside from tattooing, I enjoy creating nature inspired art and jewelry, attempting a new art medium (I’m a big ‘ol hobby jumper), and spending time with my friends, family, partner, and pets.
I am so incredibly grateful for the support of the wonderful community at Witch of the West Tattoo Collective as well as for every single person who has trusted and allowed me to put my art on your body! None of this would be possible without you, so truly... THANK YOU!
Lots o’ love,
Thavy 🤍
To see more of my work, visit my instagram @thavydoestats
Witch of the West Tattoo Collective is a femme & queer-powered tattoo collective dedicated to creating a safe, friendly, and empowering experience for Every Body.
Our studio is located in Fort Collins, Colorado.
We are a private studio and book by appointment only.
Visit our website to learn more about our space!
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FAQ’S/POLICIES
how do I book with you?
You can book a tattoo with me via a booking form that will be published in my bio when my books are open! This is the only way that I will be booking appointments moving forward to make things easier on myself and for an expedited booking process.
As a gentle reminder, I will not respond to DM’s or email tattoo requests.
what does your booking process look like?
I will make an announcement via my Instagram that my books are opening 3 to 5 days in advance. This is your time to come up with a clear idea of what you’d like, whether it be choosing from my flash or coming up with a fun custom!
When my books open, a form will be available to fill out via a link in my Instagram bio to submit a booking request. My email list will get access to this form an hour early, so sign up for that via the link below if you’re wanting first access!
Once the booking form is published, you will be able to access it and submit your request! I have 2 separate booking forms available: one for flash and one for customs. Please be sure to fill out the correct one for your needs!
Where are you located?
You can find me at:
Witch of the West Tattoo Collective
706 S. College Ave, Suite 204, Fort Collins, CO
You can refer to the "Location" highlight on the @witchofthewesttattoocollec
IG page for detailed instructions on how to access the studio. Please keep in mind that we are an appointment only studio and don’t accept walk-ins.
what are your rates?
As I am a very new artist, my rates are discounted to reflect my current technical skill level. I am currently booking at a flat rate price for all flash pieces, which are posted with my available flash when my books are open As for customs, I will quote you a flat rate price based on size, amount of detail, placement, etc. and we can go from there!
what forms of payment do you accept?
Cash is my preferred method of payment! If you do not have cash on hand I can accept Venmo or card but please keep in mind that these can be subject to processing fees!
do you have a minimum?
Yes! Due to cost of materials and time, my minimum price is $100.
do you accept tips?
My flat rate fee includes what I expected to make from the tattoo accounting for materials and time. Because of this, monetary tips are appreciated but never expected. If you love your tattoo and feel inclined/are in a financial position to do so, I will accept a tip. If you would like to leave a non-monetary tip, I love homemade cards, art, jewelry, plants, and anything witchy and whimsy :)
what if i need to cancel or reschedule?
If you need to reschedule your appointment for a different date, as long as I am notified 48 hours in advance, we can definitely make it happen and you will not be penalized. There are definitely circumstances (emergencies, illnesses, weather if you’re traveling from somewhere, etc.) that don’t allow for 2 days advance notice. I just ask that you respect my time and communicate with me as much as possible and I promise I will try my very best to accommodate you!
However, if you decide to reschedule multiple times and/or cancel your appointment entirely, please understand that your deposit will not be refunded and I will be less inclined to work with you in the future.
Silent appointment
Whether you're feeling nervous, antisocial, or just having a bad day, sometimes you just don't want to talk... and that's totally okay! I offer the option of a "silent" appointment where I'll only speak to you about things that are necessary to the tattooing process.
If this is something you're interested in/would feel more comfortable with, just let me know before we get started! :)
can i bring a friend?
Absolutely! However, our studio space is shared between multiple artists and limited so we do ask that you please limit yourself to one guest.
touchups
I will always offer free touch-ups after your tattoo is healed! Especially as a new artist still perfecting my technique and line depth, my work may definitely require some extra love after it’s settled into your skin. You can book a free touch-up with me within 6 months after your tattoo. Just reach out to me via my email letting me know you’re wanting a touch-up and we’ll get you scheduled in!
i have other questions!
If you have other questions that weren’t answered in this section, feel free to reach out to me via email or Instagram DMs!
Pre-Appointment
DO:
- Drink LOTS of water and eat a good meal before your tattoo!
- Get a good night's sleep the night before.
- Shower! Not showering can cause bacteria to transfer during the tattooing process. We want your skin to be as clean as possible for easy healing!
- Moisturize the area you're wanting to get tattooed with a non-scented lotion.
DON‘T:
- Consume alcohol or take blood thinning meds 24 hours before.
- Have too much sun exposure. I can’t tattoo over a sunburnt area!
- Consume too much caffeine 24 hours prior. It can make you jittery and thin your blood!
Post-Appointment
*You will receive a detailed aftercare sheet from me after your appointment that goes over how to properly care for your tattoo. If you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to me!*
DO:
- Clean and moisturize your tattoo 2x a day with unscented soap and lotion for the first 2 weeks
- Keep your tattoo protected from UV/sunlight for the first 2 weeks (long sleeves) and apply sunscreen over your tattoo once healed to keep your tattoo looking bold and beautiful
- Scratch or pick your tattoo while it is peeling. This could pull pigment from the tattoo and result in a bad heal!
- Submerge your tattoo in water for the first 2 weeks (no swimming, hot-tubbing, or baths)
DON‘T:
Additional questions?
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ME VIA EMAIL OR DM!