CandyAiken-Boyd
Planet Tattoo +1 more
Tattooing since 2020
Books Open:Custom
About Candy
Tattoo artist located just outside of Pittsburgh, PA, specializing in illustrative, realism, and patch-style tattoos. I focus on clean linework, strong contrast, and fully custom designs tailored to each client. Available in both color and black & gray.
Styles
- Realism
- Chrome
- Glitter
- Jewelry
- Trash Polka
- Watercolor
- Pixel Art
- Fine Line
- 3D
- Cartoon
- Line Work
- Illustrative
- Neo Traditional
- Ornamental
- Photo Realism
- American Traditional
- Patch
- Sticker
Specializations
- Animal
- 3rlonly
- Blackout
- Floral Botanical
- Dotwork and Stippling
- Script and Lettering
Locations
- Planet Tattoo: Clairton, Pennsylvania
- Squid Ink – Virgin Voyages (Cruise Ship): Miami, Florida
Policies
- Deposit Policy
- All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable and are applied to your appointment. For tattoos requiring multiple sessions, the deposit will be applied to the final session. Canceling or rescheduling within 48 hours of your appointment may result in forfeiture of the deposit, and a new deposit will be required to reschedule.
- Cover-Up Policy
- Accepting cover-ups.
- Rescheduling Policy
- Clients must provide at least 48 hours’ notice to reschedule or cancel an appointment. Appointments rescheduled or canceled with less than 48 hours’ notice may result in forfeiture of the deposit. No-shows will automatically forfeit their deposit.
- Touch-Up Policy
- Touch-ups are offered within 60 days of your original appointment for tattoos completed by me and are limited to minor healing-related adjustments. Touch-ups on hands, feet, or other difficult-healing areas may require a small fee (typically around $50). Touch-ups do not apply to improper aftercare, sun exposure, skin trauma, normal aging, ink settling, or cover-up tattoos.
FAQ
- How should I prepare for my appointment?
- Wear comfy, loose-fitting clothing. Get plenty of rest, eat a good meal beforehand, stay hydrated, and avoid alcohol the night before.
- Do you take walk-ins?
- No. I work by appointment only.
- When will I see my design?
- Your design will be presented when you arrive for your appointment. I typically create designs the night before to ensure the best fit for your session. Minor adjustments can be made at your appointment. If significant changes are requested, a reschedule may be required to allow adequate design time.
- How much do tattoos cost?
- Pricing depends on size, placement, detail, and session time. Estimated quotes are discussed after your booking request is reviewed.
- Do you tattoo minors?
- Yes. I tattoo minors 16 years and older with parental consent. A parent or legal guardian must be present for the entire appointment and provide valid photo ID, along with either a birth certificate or a driver’s license for the minor. No exceptions.
- Do you offer free touch-ups?
- Yes! Touch-ups are available within 60 days of your original appointment for tattoos done by me and are intended for minor healing-related adjustments. Touch-ups on hands, feet, or other areas prone to difficult healing may require a small fee (typically around $50). Touch-ups do not apply to issues caused by improper aftercare, sun exposure, skin trauma, normal aging, ink settling, or tattoos healed outside of the recommended timeframe. Cover-up tattoos are not eligible for free touch-ups.
- Can I make changes to my design?
- Minor adjustments can be made at your appointment. Requests for significant changes may require rescheduling to allow additional design time.
- Can I bring a guest to my appointment?
- One adult guest may be permitted with prior approval. Children are not allowed in the tattoo area at any time. This policy helps maintain a safe, clean, and focused environment for everyone.
- Do you provide a second skin bandage?
- Yes. A second skin bandage is applied when appropriate and includes aftercare instructions. Availability may vary depending on placement and skin type.
- Besides tattoos, what other services do you offer?
- I specialize in custom tattoos in illustrative, realism, glitter and patch-style designs, offered in color and black & gray. I also offer Permanent Makeup (PMU) Powder-Brows and Tooth Gems, along with large-scale, multi-session, and cover-up tattoo work. PMU and tooth gem services have separate policies and booking requirements.
- How long will my tattoo appointment take?
- Appointment length varies based on the design size, details involved and placement. I take my time to ensure quality work rather than rushing. Session time will be discussed once your booking request is reviewed.
- Do you send reminders before appointments?
- Yes. Appointment reminders are sent prior to your scheduled session. Please ensure your contact information is accurate.
- What forms of payment do you accept?
- Cash is preferred. I also accept debit and credit cards, as well as payment plans through available providers such as Afterpay, Klarna, and other options supported by Stripe. Payments made using methods other than cash are subject to additional fees. No personal checks or IOUs will be accepted. An ATM is available on-site for your convenience.
- What if I’m working within a budget?
- I do not discount tattoos, but larger/more detailed projects may be completed over multiple sessions to help spread out the cost. Session details are discussed after reviewing your request.