Jess Dunfield
Booking Info
Current Booking Status:
Flash Designs: CLOSED
Abbotsford: CLOSED
Comox: OPEN (Jan)
I was able to respond to everyone's requests from the last round of bookings! Be sure to check your spam folder and reach out to me if you didn't receive a response or weren't able to find time in my schedule for your appointment.
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You can check my social media accounts to see the latest updates and all of my current flash designs, which are usually available to be booked at any time (I'm pausing them right now because I'll be updating my flash following the Fraser Valley Tattoo Show). I'm not currently booking new custom projects for Abbotsford appointments, but I'm open to booking January appointments for Comox. Email me if you're interested in booking!
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You can also sign up to get an email when my books open again for custom requests!
Next round of bookings:
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Custom Project Submission Period: December 8th to 15th
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Next Booking Period: January, February, March Appointments
Upcoming Guest Spots:
Grey Owl Tattoo (Comox, BC)
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December 30th, January 2nd, 3rd, 6th
The Fraser Valley Tattoo and Culture Show
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November 22-24
Booking FAQ
Where do you work?
My homebase is Remedy Tattoo in Abbotsford, BC.
Remedy Tattoo
#112 2632 Pauline St.
Abbotsford, BC V2S 0C9
But I also have a recurring guest spot at Grey Owl Tattoo in Comox, BC.
Grey Owl Tattoo
278 Anderton Rd.
Comox, BC V9M 3M7
What do you charge?
My current hourly rate is $200/hr, tax included. I have a minimum charge of $150 for anything 45 minutes or under. Prices for flash are as marked.
I only charge for the time that I am tattooing you. There is no set-up fee, I stop the clock for breaks, and in most cases I will not charge for stenciling. In the consultation process I will give you a rough cost estimate, but I can't guarantee a specific price, as the complexity and size of the design is subject to change up until the moment a stencil is placed on your skin.
What's your timeline?
I book out approximately 3 to 4 months at a time.
How do I book an Appointment?
For custom projects: When I open my books you'll have about a week to submit a project proposal to me. I will post the submission form and deadlines when this happen. I make announcements on social media and send out a voluntary subscription newsletter, so you can't miss it. After the submission period ends, I do my best to respond to the accepted proposals and fill my calendar as quickly as I can. This process can sometimes take a couple of weeks. I update my website and social media when all the available time has been filled.
For Flash Designs: You can find all designs that are currently available pinned to the top of my Instagram and Facebook accounts (Instagram is preferred). Just email or DM me with your design of choice and the placement you would like. I will respond with general appointment and deposit information, as well as a link to book your appointment.
What do you mean by "books open" and "books closed"?
I schedule my appointments in roughly 3 month intervals. This avoids a lot of the headache and heartache that comes from trying to book things farther in advance. It also means a shorter turn around in case I needed to pass over your project, but obviously also limits the amount of projects I can take on for each set of bookings.
So will I hear from you if my project isn't accepted?
Unfortunately, no. I receive a lot of inquiries and I'm only able to contact the people that I will be tattooing. Occasionally, I might point someone in the direction of another artist or explain why I don't think I'm the right fit for you. But often I don't take on a piece that genuinely interests me because of time limitations. If you don't get in, I really do suggest submitting again. I do update the website and announce of social media when the available time has been filled.
How do you choose which projects to accept?
I love floral and ornamental work. Nature is my jam. I'm mostly accepting dotwork/whipshaded and blackwork pieces these days, but I have a love of traditional and neotraditional artwork and will sometimes even stray into color for those sorts of designs. I rarely accept watercolour pieces anymore. Frequently my decisions come down to how well someone filled out the application, so please be thorough and include reference images!
Do you do consultations?
If your project is accepted we'll chat about the design over email. Generally this is more than enough communication for both parties. I'll only ask you to meet me in person if we really seem to need it.
Will you ask for a deposit?
A $50 deposit is required in order to book any tattoo appointment. All deposits are non-refundable, but there is no penalty for rescheduling with at least 48hr notice.
More Questions?
I cover a lot of information on the FAQ page