• I work out of a private studio in the Unerhill/Jericho, VT area. I'll share my exact location after you book!

    IG: @annasagetattoos

    Email: annasage@annasagetattoo.com

  • Please fill out a booking form!

    I choose clients based on my interest in the requested subject matter, if our communication styles feel compatible, if our availabilities match up, and if you have a realistic budget for the piece (pricing info below). I typically prefer to work on pre-drawn designs which are available through my newsletter which you can sign up for here. I send designs out 2-3 times a year.

  • Even though I prefer to work on pre-drawn tattoos, I'm also open to custom requests! Here’s a comprehensive list of subject matter I’m interested in and ~not~ interested in:

    I WANT TO WORK ON:

    • Historical architecture and artifacts (Medieval, renaissance, baroque, classical, romantic eras…examples include armor, weapons, cloth drapery, filigree, keys, marble statues, angels, lanterns, church windows, fountains, chalices, mythological creatures, renditions of classic paintings in my style, etc)

    • Illuminated Manuscript inspired designs

    • Interpretations of antique jewelry and heirlooms

    • Fiber art patterns (embroidery, quilt, lace, etc)

    • Wispy smoke

    • Swirly clouds

    • Windows / portals

    • Cuffed hand holding an ornate mirror or flowers

    • Birds (would especially love to work on: chicken/rooster, swan, pigeon, eagle, vulture, but open to ALL birds!)

    • Horse / unicorn / pegasus

    • Butterflies

    • Large botanicals and florals of any kind

    • Spider / web

    • Snake / snake skeleton

    • Ornamental designs

    • Bold placements! Full back pieces, thighs, and sleeves! :)

    I DO NOT WANT TO WORK ON:

    • I am not comfortable drawing designs that represent feelings or concepts since how we all interpret emotions is entirely subjective. Concrete ideas and imagery only, please!

    • Tiny tattoos (less than 2.5in)

    • Other people’s artwork (unless historical renditions of paintings/sculptures in my style)

    • Trees (individual branches are ok, though)

    • Mountain scenes

    • I do not tattoo in color unless its a splash of red, or a pre-drawn flash sheet

    • Floral bundles

    • Geometry (unless it’s a textile based design)

    • I will not tattoo in any style other than my own

    • I will not tattoo side/rib placements

    If you don’t see your idea here, please still reach out! I’m open minded and this is intended to be a non-exhaustive list. You are also welcome and encouraged to take inspiration from my pre-drawns for custom inquiries!

  • I take deposits through PayPal, and the rest of payment in cash the day of your appointment.

  • Flexibility and open-mindedness! I like working with folks who have chosen me because they resonate with my style and trust me to bring their idea to life without micromanaging. I completely understand the importance of permanently altering your body, trusting a stranger, and that it can be hard to let go. I am happy to make changes, but there is a balance of give and take that makes the process enjoyable / consensual for all involved parties. Strong communication skills are extremely important during the tattoo process from the very beginning of telling me about your idea, to the moment you walk out of our appointment and beyond. Please vocalize your desires, boundaries, and consent. If you struggle with communication, please let me know and we will figure out what works for you together! I will always do my best to pick up on cues as well. Lastly, please respect my time, my boundaries, my process, my artwork, my work space, and me as a person. I will do the same for you!

  • My deposit is $205. The deposit is non-refundable and goes towards the total price of your tattoo. If you need to reschedule, it’s up to my discretion if your deposit can be re-applied or not. Each circumstance is different, and please give me as much notice as you can! If you cancel altogether, you will not get that money back. Deposits cover the amount of time I’ve spent drawing, emailing, and scheduling for your appointment. I’ve had an incredible amount of cancellations, no-shows, and reschedules this year. An unprecedented amount. Since I do large pieces that are mostly a full day or more of tattooing, my income is severely affected when clients don’t/can’t show up. It’s also nearly impossible to find someone last minute to come in for a tattoo that would pay the same amount as the original scheduled appointment. This is the only policy I have to protect my time. I know how unfortunate it is for a client when something personal comes up and you lose that amount of money, and I wish it felt safe for me to be more flexible.

    If you are more than 15 minutes late without warning for your appointment, $100 of your deposit will no longer go towards the tattoo.

  • I do not do in-person consultations. I am able to gather all of the information I need to make a drawing through my booking form and in our email correspondence.

  • Yes! I typically send a mock up sketch of your custom design 2-3 days before the appointment. Please keep an eye out in that time frame so that I have enough time to make changes if necessary!

  • This happens sometimes!

    I expect that you have communicated as much about your design as possible so that we are on the same page before I draw. Minor tweaks to designs are free, but complete re-draws require an additional $50-100 fee, depending on size, because I’ve already spent hours on your design. If you choose to cancel the appointment, you forfeit your deposit. If I send you a re-draw and you still don’t like it, you forfeit your deposit AND the re-draw fee.

    To avoid this situation, it’s incredibly helpful for me to work with clients who understand that I exclusively tattoo in my own style, and that it’s difficult for me to live up to highly specific design expectations. I do my best work when I have freedom and trust. If these parameters don’t feel right to you, I may not be the right artist for you and that is okay. There are other artists who are great at working with tighter design specifications.

    If you have a loose idea of layout but are open to my style and interpretation, we can definitely make that work. You’re even welcome to send a rough drawing with basic shapes as a guide if you feel it’s important.

    If you are not 100% sure about your tattoo, I completely understand and have no hard feelings. The energy needs to feel right for all parties involved. Please just respect that I still need to be paid for my time, and that cancellations affect my financial stability. In turn, I understand the disappointment of putting energy in to your idea and having it not work out, as well as losing a deposit.

  • I charge $220 an hour, and my day rate (5+ hours) is capped at a max of $1100. I DO NOT ACCEPT TIPS! I charge a slightly higher hourly than industry standard to account for this, and I do not expect anyone to pay more than I ask. I know tattoos are expensive and I will always do my best to give you an accurate estimate before you come in. If you struggle to afford this rate, please let me know as I am often happy to design a piece that reflects your budget!

    Full back / stomach / chest / sleeves take a lot of time. For reference, full back pieces and sleeves are typically in the $2000-5000 range depending on the detail because they take multiple full day sessions, usually 2-5. The cost is split between appointments and I’m always happy to space sessions out to make it possible for you. My booking form has an “ideal budget” section, which I will accommodate in most situations. Please keep in mind that my rate covers my taxes (over 25% of my income), equipment, supplies, and the time I spend on your piece (including drawing, emailing, scheduling, and pre/post-appointment prep).

  • I love to travel to different cities to tattoo every now and again! Traveling costs $$$, so my guest rate is $250/hr and I DO accept tips.

    I pay a percentage to the shop that's hosting me, and cover all of my own travel & lodging expenses. It adds up quickly and I need to make it worth-while to come to your city for work!

  • For BIPOC folk, I ask that you pay what you’re comfortable with on a sliding scale of $150-200 an hour. Though I do not do pre-screenings, please clarify that you are a BIPOC to take advantage of this policy! Please let me know what you will be paying ahead of time so I can financially plan for my month. I promise to do my absolute best and to always make space.

    I will do everything I can to accommodate you within reason! I invite you to be honest about your circumstances and:

    Consider offering less if you:

    * Are a person (of color, queer/trans, disabled, fat etc.) who experiences discrimination and/or systematic oppression

    * Have many un-covered medical expenses

    * Are eligible for public assistance

    * Are supporting dependents

    And please consider offering more if you:

    *Have a high paying job

    * Earn more money, especially due to the privilege of higher-education, skin color, class, racial & gender privilege, etc.

    * Have investments

    * Are traveling regularly, or for this tattoo

    * Have access to family money & resources in times of need

  • Absolutely! Touchups are free. It’s important to note that it’s normal for fine line tattoos to heal slightly less consistently. As your tattoo heals, the skin pushes excess ink out through the top layer (the epidermis). Since less ink is inserted in to the dermis layer in fine line tattoos (the needle is smaller), less remains after healing compared to thicker lined tattoos. This is something to be aware of and accept before getting a fine line tattoo. Please only contact me for a touch up if you notice significant ink loss. If you’re not sure, feel free to send me photo and we can assess together. Ultimately, I want you to be completely satisfied with your tattoo!

  • Yes!

  • To get started, head over to my booking page to fill out a submission form! Please note that I am unable to fulfill all of the requests I get. If you've heard back from me, we can move forward with booking our appointment by scheduling a date and collecting a deposit. I send a drawing mock-up within a few days of the appointment. When the day arrives, we can look at the final design together, make any necessary tweaks, and tattoo! Never hesitate to ask to re - stencil the design as many times as you want.

    I also want to mention that I am always happy to meet you where you’re at in terms of talking or having a quieter appointment. Of course I’m human, and some days are harder than others, meaning that I might not be as talkative - but please don’t take it personally! It is important to note that I do work faster when I’m not talking, and some placements (like chest and sternum) require a quieter appointment. Don’t hesitate to communicate your needs and I will surely communicate mine! :)

  • Unfortunately, no. I create each piece to be a one-off, original design specialized for each client. However, I do offer a tattoo pass exclusively for folks who live far from Portland. You may ONLY choose from a few pages of pre-drawn designs. See more info on the Tattoo Pass item in my shop page!

    I also welcome inquiries involving designing flyers / album artwork, etc.

  • My main suggestion is to take good care of yourself the night/day before your appointment. Moisturize and clean the area you wish to be tattooed, drink lots of water, eat a good meal, and get plenty of rest! Avoid drinking alcohol, caffeine, or energy drinks as these substances thin your blood and can make the process more painful for you.

    It’s also important to consider your outfit depending on the placement of your piece. If you prefer to have more privacy or be covered up, bring a few clothing options and we can figure out what works best! We have dividers in the shop for privacy as well. I’m comfortable with nudity and will meet you at wherever you’re comfortable!

  • My rate is $220 an hour. $60 of that will go to taxes. I spend about $20 on disposable supplies for each tattoo. Roughly $20 an hour goes to my rent. This brings us down to $120. I spend EASILY the same amount of time drawing and doing administrative work as I do at your actual appointment. So this brings us to $60 an hour for all tattoo related work. That’s what I actually keep. And then, we must factor in one time equipment costs and upkeep. Tattoo machines are $6-900 and it’s absolutely necessary as an established artist to have at least 2-3. My power supply costs $450. Insurance and licensing are expensive. There are smaller, more frequent purchases such as furniture, stools, and headlamps as well. It’s important to keep my tools and equipment updated and efficient, so a good portion of that $60 an hour goes in to savings for these costs. Tattoo school in Oregon cost me $12,000!

    I’d also like to mention that the act of tattooing is extremely difficult on my body, on top of curating an intimate experience in which we exchange energy. I suffer from chronic pain which is exacerbated by tattooing, and am energetically sensitive and easily worn out. This is a craft that I spend countless hours and years honing in on. To me, these things are valuable in many ways! I have to get frequent body work to stay afloat and physically able to tattoo. Tattooers are also in charge of our own retirement plans, health insurance, and no paid time off. Ultimately, most tattooers make a comfortable wage, but it is important to consider all the aspects of our costs. I hope this brings clarity to why I charge what I charge!

  • This question is always so hard for me to answer! Everyone’s body is different and there are factors that affect the time it takes me to tattoo you. Placement is a big one. Rib, chest, and stomach tattoos are exceedingly more difficult and can even double the price in comparison to an easier placement (generally, limbs are the easiest). Size and detail also play a big part. Obviously, a large piece will take more time and each added detail creates more imagery to tattoo. I do NOT race through any tattoo. I build up my line-work and depth with a lot of precision, so sometimes I work slowly. This is why I charge by the piece, not by the hour.