Ally Parsons

Tattoos | Artwork | Merch | Design

About

Ally (she/her) is a tattoo and multidisciplinary artist based out of Unama’ki, NS - currently working at Heart and Dagger Tattoo Shop. Tattooing since 2018, she typically specializes in illustrative designs offered in both black and grey or colour - she also offers and specializes in hand poked tattooing.

Contact

The best and only way to contact me for business inquiries is via email at [email protected]. Otherwise, I keep my Instagram updated the most frequently with news or changes to my bookings or commission slots. I don’t, however, accept business/client messages there via DM as it can become too complicated or confusing.

FAQ

Are you currently taking tattoo appointments?

Yes! My books open once every 2-3 months for requests via an online form. I keep my Instagram updated on when each booking round will be, and try to give everyone plenty of notice. More info on how my booking process works can be found in my “FAQ” highlight on Instagram specifically. I also post new flash pieces that become available regularly.

Where are you located/working?

I am currently working out of Heart and Dagger Tattoo Shop, which is located in Glace Bay, NS.

Are you still selling art/prints/stickers?

Yes! You can find any merch I have available through my online store here - local pickup is free! I also try to announce via Instagram when I’m attending any local markets.

Commission
Terms and Conditions

Pricing

Commission prices are broken down based on a number of things including but not limited to: time allotted to the project (at least minimum wage), the money spent on art supplies or art programs, skill set, etc.I will not negotiate on prices, I try to provide a price list for commission styles when I can so folks know what to expect before requesting a piece (see price lists and examples below), however I cannot haggle as I am pricing pieces as fairly as I can while still paying myself a decent wage.If you are commissioning something that doesn’t have a set price list I will always respond to you with a quote (assuming I am happy to take on that project) and there are no strings attached at that point. The only thing I ask is that you do reply even if a price is currently outside of your budget, so that I know you are no longer currently interested.

Shipping

Shipping prices, should it be necessary, will be calculated once I know where it is being shipped and how large the package will be. Local pickup is always free.

Payment

Payments can be arranged one of two ways: either the entire fee upfront, or split in half - the first half upfront and the remaining half once the artwork is finished. Your piece will not be started until I have received payment, and you will not receive a non-watermarked version of your artwork, or be able to pick it up (depending on whether you’ve chosen digital or traditional), until payment has been made in full.Payment can be made either via a PayPal invoice that I send you, or via e-transfer.

Wait Times

Wait times can vary depending on how backed up my order list is, and I will likely decide to close submissions if I feel my workload is becoming too overwhelming. Submissions are accepted first come first serve, and I’ll post semi-regular updates via my Instagram stories using clients initials to show where I am/how many pieces are ahead of yours. If two people share the same initials I will try to make a distinction in brackets related to your request.Each piece takes me at MINIMUM a few hours of uninterrupted work time, and depending on whether folks have requested WIP (work in progress) updates this can take me much longer as each step of the process needs to be approved. This process also lengthens when requests are larger or include more detail. Working on commissions is a large part of my work day however it is not the only aspect of my job so other elements do also come into play here, as well as my work week which is Tues-Fri, taking Sat-Mon off. Please be patient with me as I navigate this work-life balance and figuring out how much I can take on at once!All in all please expect a wait of anywhere from a week to a few weeks, and please only send in a request if you’re willing to wait this amount of time.

Work In Progress

WIP or “Work in Progress” photos are pretty much exactly what they sound like, and can go one of three ways:
1. You can decide to opt out of WIPs entirely which means once I receive all the necessary information from you and receive a payment I will start your piece immediately and you won’t receive any photos until the finished product. If you choose to opt out of WIPs this does mean that I can only make 1-2 relatively basic changes at the end should something appear not as you pictured it. This does, however, speed the process up significantly as I don’t need to wait for approval before moving through each step.
2. Second option is to receive a single WIP sketch photo, which shows you the general layout and rough details that will be featured in your piece. Choosing this method allows you to correct any changes (within reason) at the very base level that may need to be made.
3. Thirdly, you can choose to receive WIP photos throughout the whole process (sketch, linework, flat colours, shading and highlights, and final) which allows you maximum control over making changes should something be wrong with your piece (within reason, of course). This option gives you maximum input but does also slow the process down as I will have to wait to hear back from you after every WIP is sent before I can continue with the next step.Please choose whichever option feels most comfortable to you!

Pet Portrait Price Listing and Add-on Option Examples

Pet portraits can vary in price depending on which options are chosen. They can be done digitally, or traditionally on a wooden plaque (using mostly pencil crayons, and also some paint, sealed). The most basic option with no added details starts at $60.00 CAD and can increase to a maximum of $160.00 CAD. Please see the commission form to see a list of all the add-ons, as well as their individual prices.Text Options for Names: Cursive, Old English, All Caps

Border Types: Simple or Complex

Background Colours: Single Colour or Ombré (available as full page or in shape form as shown below)

Plaque Types (for traditional commissions): Oval, Rectangular, Fancy - should the style you choose become unavailable/out of stock at the time of commissioning I will contact you via email to choose a close replacement.

Colour Palette Style Options
(non definitive list, simply a guide):

Other kinds of commissions I’d be interested in
(non definitive list, if you don’t see your idea here don’t fret and please do still send it my way) :

Profile Icons for Social Media: these aren’t logos for businesses, but instead a personal stylized version of you for a social media icon. I can do these in a cartoony style, illustrative, or even in pixel art. See examples below. Prices range from $30.00-50.00 CAD.

Fanart: exactly what it sounds like! I prefer to do illustrative portrait style pieces, or cartoon-y portraits, or at least bust or half-body up imagery - even items from whatever show or movie we’re referencing. I will sometimes accept full body poses however they are not my forte and I will turn down any piece I feel I can’t do justice. I do reserve the right to reprint and sell prints of any commissions I take on as fanart if it is a fandom I am a part of, or wish to sell. Prices vary depending on detail.Album Artwork: obviously this one can vary greatly but if you are interested please reach out with reference photos and a detailed description and I will do my best to assess whether I can offer what you’re looking for. I can do many different styles - blackwork, an etched look, illustrative, cartoon/animated, silhouetted, etc. The more reference and descriptive detail the better with these, or if you trust my gut instinct you can also give me a general vibe and let me run wild with it. Prices vary depending on detail.Event Poster: essentially, see above (album artwork). Again, I can do many different styles as far as these go. If you have a specific vision in mind, the more reference given and the more detailed the description you provide - the better! Also willing to whip up something from my own brain with a general idea and vibe in mind if you trust my creative judgement. Please be sure the include the date and time of the event and the names of any venues, acts involved, etc. that need to be included. Prices vary depending on detail.Twitch Loading/Starting/Ending Screens: can do these as a package deal if multiple are requested. Again, something that can be tackled in multiple styles or layouts but ideally would be in a relatively cartoony or animated style, open to doing something pixelated as well. Please be descriptive with your ideas and include plenty of reference if you have it. Prices vary depending on detail.