I acknowledge I have been advised of the facts and matters set forth below and I agree as follows: If I have diabetes, epilepsy, hepatitis, hemophilia, HIV-AIDS or any other communicable disease, heart condition or take medicine which thins the blood I have advised my tattooer. I am not pregnant or nursing. I am not under the influence of alcohol or drugs. I acknowledge it is not possible for the representatives and employees of this tattoo shop to determine whether I might have an allergic reaction to the pigments or processes used in my tattoo, and I agree to accept the risk that such a reaction is possible. I acknowledge that infection is always possible as a result of the obtaining of a tattoo, particularly in the event that I do not take proper care of my tattoo. I agree to follow aftercare instructions while my tattoo is healing.  I realize that variations in color and design may exist between any tattoo as selected by me and as ultimately applied to my body. I understand that if I have any skin treatments, laser hair removal, cosmetic surgery or other skin altering procedures, it may result in changes to my tattoo. I acknowledge that a tattoo is a permanent change to my appearance and do not hold my tattooer liable for or of the ability to later change or remove my tattoo.  I acknowledge I am over the age of eighteen and that I have truthfully represented to my tattooer that the obtaining of a tattoo is by my choice alone.  I fully understand the tattoo artist does not act as a medical professional.  I agree to release and discharge my artist from any and all claims, damages, or legal actions arising from or connected to my tattoo and the procedure used in the application of my tattoo. And that my artist is unable to offer refunds due to unproper aftercare of my tattoo. I consent to the application of the tattoo.