Contact

blaqueowltattoo@gmail.com
1 (406) 543-0688

307 N. Higgins Ave. 
Missoula, MT 59802

Shop Hours: 

Monday & Tuesday: By Appointment Only

Wednesday - Saturday: Noon - 6PM
Sunday: Noon - 6PM

walk-ins:

Walk-ins are welcome during shop hours pending artist availability. In person inquiry for walk-ins is preferred as we try to accommodate on a first come first serve basis. Call for further information.

About the Shop:

Mike Schaefer opened Blaque Owl Tattoo in April of 2011. Since opening, we have established ourselves as the best tattoo shop in Missoula - achieving the "Best of Missoula" and the "Missoula's Choice" awards every year we've been open. Outside of Missoula, our artists are established as some of the best in the region as well as the nation. 

Getting TATTOOED:

If you are interested in getting tattooed at Blaque Owl Tattoo, the best way to get started is to send us an email (blaqueowltattoo@gmail.com) with some images of the tattoo you are wanting as well as size & placement. If you already have an artist in mind, you can request to work with them & the front desk can direct you to their personal email. (Personal emails can also be found on the artist’s page on our Website.) Most of our artists are doing their own scheduling at this time. We are no longer tattooing minors. Once you have spoken with an artist and are ready to get tattooed, you can work with the front desk person to set up your appointment. We require a non-refundable deposit for all tattoo appointments.

Our Artists: 

Mike "Schaf" Schaefer
Ian Caroppoli
Cyrus Sage    Madi Ford Forrest Wright Matt Plaumann

Sarah Bowman (AP)

Amber Moon (AP)

What is a deposit?

A DEPOSIT is a Down Payment for a Tattoo. The deposit locks in a date/time on our calendar for you to receive your Tattoo. Your deposit gets the process started for us to design your custom tattoo. We do not charge for drawing time. Your deposit shows your commitment to honor your appointment day & time. Also, to complete your tattoo in a timely manner with the artist you have hired.

  • Deposits are required for all appointments. (except Walk-Ins)

  • Deposits range from $100-$2,000 depending on the size and complexity of the design.

  • This deposit comes off the price of your last tattoo session.

  • Deposits are NON-REFUNDABLE & Non-Transferable between artists.

  • Deposits are not to purchase the artwork itself. Deposit does not give you the permission to use our artwork for logos, shirt designs or any commercial use, for profit or hobby.

You will FORFEIT your Deposit

  • If we have drawn your design and you just decide not to get tattooed.

  • You change the design/subject matter.

  • If you are a NO CALL, NO SHOW or CANCEL, you will need to put down another deposit to reschedule, you will lose your deposit

  • If you show up more than 15 Minutes Late, without a phone call.

  • If you need to reschedule your appointment, we require 48 hours advance notice. Your deposit will continue to be applied to your final tattoo session provided that you have given notice.

  • If 1 year goes by without a scheduled appointment, you forfeit your deposit.

 

Pricing

The shop minimum is $100 and our shop rate is $200/hour. If you are looking for a price quote - the best thing to do is to schedule a consultation with your artist. Artists are happy to give a rough estimate of cost and amount of time the tattoo will take. The front-desk person can give you a rough estimate, but the best quote will come from an artist. If you are working with a budget, communicate that prior to your appointment and the artist will be happy to design a tattoo within those parameters.

Basic Aftercare

-Leave bandage on for at least 2 hours.

-Make sure to wash your hands before caring for your tattoo.

-After removing bandage, wash area off with hot water (not hot enough to burn) & unscented soap. Make sure to remove all blood particles when washing.

-Wash tattoo 1-2 times daily throughout the healing process. Let air dry or lightly dab dry with a clean cloth after washing.

-DO NOT re-bandage your tattoo.

-Wait one full day before applying unscented lotion, then use 1-2 times a day. Be sure to rub lotion in completely. If using Aquaphor or Hustle Butter - only a very small amount. Do not over-moisturize.

Saniderm, Second Skin, Dermashield, etc. aftercare:

-Unless instructed to do otherwise leave bandage on for 24 hours.

-To remove bandage let warm water run over the bandage for a few minutes, then apply soap to loosen it further. Gently begin peeling from an edge or corner using either your fingers or using the flat of your hand to roll the bandage off.

-Wash the uncovered tattoo with warm water and soap.

-Let the area air dry and wait another day to apply moisturizer.

Do not:

-Use any products containing lanolin, petroleum or alcohol (except Aquaphor)

-No swimming, hot tubs, baths, saunas or nylons for 10-14 days or until completely healed.

-If your tattoo starts to itch, DO NOT SCRATCH OR PICK. You can slap it to relieve the itching sensation.

Once your tattoo has healed completely, make sure to use a 30 or higher sunscreen to protect it from the bleaching effects of the sun.

If you feel your tattoo needs to be touched up, please contact the shop. We do not guarantee free touch ups on hands or feet. Please call with any questions or concerns. 406-543-0688