Info for Guest artists

Booth Rental

Guest Booth

• Guest booth rental is $200 per week. We ask for a $100 deposit.
• Booth is furnished and has an optional privacy screen. Everything for set up and supplies are included, but these exceptions:
  • inks
  • machines
  • needles (all of our resident artists use bar needles, we do not have cartridges in our stock room)
• We have a clean room that includes a dry heat sterilizer.
• You are welcome to bring equipment/supplies that you prefer.
• Please tell us your glove size so we can make sure to have them in stock​. 
• Michigan does not license individuals, only the facility. We will not need proof of your licensure. We need proof of blood born pathogens training - you can do that when you get here, it takes about 15 minutes online.

Booking Appointments

• Clients book directly with you, please have booking instructions on your instagram or facebook.
• We recommend booking in advance. Our shop is known for booking by appointment, so we don't get frequent walk-ins. ​
• We recommend getting deposits at time of booking. 
• We require that you give a price quote at time of booking. We like to communicate clearly so that clients know what to expect.
• Please work within our shop hours:
  • Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 6pm 
  • We are typically at the shop by 9am and out of the shop by 7pm
• You will process your client payments.​
• We will advertise for you a month in advance, if you are selling flash, please send a picture around that time.

• if you need to cancel your appointments, you are responsible for contacting your clients asap. Please return their deposits within a few days. 

Accommodations & Area Info

• We have partnered with locally owned Airbnbs who offer discounts to Iron Ink guest artists, see that list here
• Airport info here
• Our area does not have Uber, if you need a car, plan to rent
• Shop address: 315 E Aurora, Ironwood
  • ​Our shop is within walking distance to restaurants, natural foods co-op, shopping, a brewery, and coffee shop 
• Find more info about the area and things to do here

About Us

Bruce & Nina - owners

Our current building is a 1930s church that we renovated in summer 2021. Bruce ran a private studio for six years until he took on his first apprentice that same summer. 
Our goal is to have a high quality, art-focused, and inclusive shop and to be a destination for guest artists. 
Health, safety, and client experience are our priority. We take a lot of pride in the reputation we've built in our community. 

CONTACT:
Email - bruce@ironinktattoosmi.com
Facebook/Instragram - @IronInkTattoosMI