First time at the tattoo parlour: what you need to know before getting a tattoo
By Archipel Tattoo - Tattoo artist in Longueuil on Montreal's South Shore
Are you thinking about getting a tattoo for the first time? Have you ever considered taking the plunge and indelibly marking your skin with a design that's close to your heart? Whether you live in the city of Longueuil, the municipality of Brossard or anywhere else on the South Shore of Montreal, the information presented in this article is aimed specifically at you.
At Archipel Tattoo, you'll be looked after by a team of experienced professional tattoo artists who'll do their utmost to make your first experience unforgettable, safe and entirely tailored to your desires. Every step of the process will be carefully explained and carried out to guarantee a result that lives up to your expectations.
1. Find the right tattooist on the South Shore
First, select your tattoo artist in Longueuil or the surrounding area. Don't rush: every tattoo artist has his or her own style(realistic, floral, fine line, neo-traditional, etc.).
Our advice:
Check out the portfolios on Instagram or on the South Shore tattoo artists' websites.
Read Google studio reviews
Ask your questions at a free consultation
If you're from Brossard, it's worth coming to Longueuil - many of the best artists work there.
2. Thinking about your tattoo
A tattoo is personal. Before making an appointment, ask yourself these questions:
What does this tattoo mean to me?
Is this an original drawing or a flash?
On which part of the body should it be applied?
Does the artist's style match my idea?
Tip: bring visual references, but let the artist guide you to create a design that reflects you.
3. Session progress
At Archipel Tattoo, located in Longueuil on the South Shore, everything is done to make you feel at ease from the moment you arrive.
Here's how it works:
Consultation: discuss design, expectations, price
Preparation: area disinfection, stencil transfer
Tattooing: the artist takes the time needed for each step
Post-tattoo advice: cleaning, cream, healing time
Duration: your first session can last from 30 minutes to several hours, depending on the size of the tattoo.
4. How much does a tattoo cost on the South Shore?
Prices vary according to :
Tattoo size
The complexity of design
The artist's experience
In general, professional studios like Archipel Tattoo offer custom tattoos from $100-150, with hourly rates for larger pieces.
5. After tattooing: care instructions
A good tattoo in Longueuil or Brossard isn't just about the big day-it's also about healing.
To do :
Wash gently with neutral soap
Apply a healing cream (such as Hustle Butter)
Avoid sun, baths and rubbing for 2-3 weeks
Avoid: scratching, touching with dirty hands, exposure to chlorine.
6. Why choose a studio on the South Shore?
Too many people cross over to Montreal without knowing that some of Quebec's best tattoo artists are in Longueuil.
What you gain :
More human and local contact
Fast, accessible consultations
Less stress, more proximity
A selection of talented artists specializing in realism, floral, micro-realism and neo-rad.
Archipel Tattoo welcomes customers from Brossard, Saint-Hubert, Boucherville, Saint-Lambert and beyond.
Getting your first tattoo is often an important moment in a person's life. It's a thoughtful decision that can symbolize a significant event, a deeply held belief or a particular passion. This choice to mark one's body permanently can be the beginning of a collection of tattoos, each telling a unique story. By choosing a South Shore-based tattoo artist like those at Archipel Tattoo in Longueuil, you're assured of an exceptional, secure and truly personalized experience.
