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Malaka Tattoo Collective, Los Angeles, California
Shay is a 32-year-old tattoo artist based in Los Angeles with a lifelong passion for art, nature, and animals. Specializing in diverse styles, Shay blends creativity and craftsmanship to design tattoos that feel like a natural extension of the body, ensuring each piece is both visually striking and deeply personal.
Shay was great. He came up with a crazy design that I absolutely loved. He is very experience and professional. Would recommend working with him.
To hold your spot, I usually require a $250 deposit. This deposit will be applied to the final cost of your tattoo and is paid by card through Tattoodo when you book the appointment. I offer financing options through Klarna, allowing you to spread out the deposit cost if needed.
Here’s a rough guide: • Half sleeve: 2-3 sessions • Full sleeve: 5-6 sessions • Half leg: 3-4 sessions • Full leg: 6-8 sessions • Back piece: 6-8 sessions
Several factors influence the time needed: • Placement on the body • Color vs. black and grey work • Level of detail • Size of the piece • How your skin takes ink
Yes, maximum 3 consecutive days to ensure proper healing.
If you need to reschedule or cancel, just let me know 48 hours in advance. Deposits are refundable within this timeframe.
I’ll work with your ideas but add my own style to create something unique. If I think a design won’t work well as a tattoo, I’ll let you know and suggest better options.