Tattoo Artist Invoice Template
Tattoo work bills design time, session hours (or a flat piece price), a deposit, and sometimes a free touch-up. This template separates design from tattooing, nets the deposit, and notes touch-up terms, so clients understand the price and you protect your time and booking.
Last reviewed 2026-07-08
Template preview
- From:
- Ink & Iron Studio · Artist: Sam · sam@inkiron.co
- Client:
- Client Name
- Invoice #:
- II-2026-097
- Session date:
- 2026-07-06
- Due date:
- On completion
| Description | Qty / hrs | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Custom design fee | 1 | $120.00 | $120.00 |
| Tattoo session | 4 | $150.00 | $600.00 |
| Aftercare kit | 1 | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| Subtotal | $740.00 | ||
| Deposit paid | −$100.00 | ||
| Balance due | $640.00 | ||
How to fill in each field
Design vs session
Bill custom design time separately from the tattooing session/hours.
Common mistake: Folding design into the hourly rate and undercharging for art time.
Deposit
Deduct the non-refundable booking deposit before the balance.
Common mistake: No deposit, leaving you exposed to no-shows.
Session vs flat rate
Charge hourly for large/multi-session work, or a flat piece price for small.
Common mistake: Hourly billing on a quick piece that clients expected flat-rate.
Touch-up terms
State whether a touch-up is included and any time window.
Common mistake: No touch-up policy, leading to disputes months later.
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Frequently asked questions
What should a tattoo invoice include?+
Your studio/artist and the client, the session date, a custom design fee, the session (hourly or flat), any products like aftercare, the deposit deducted, and the balance due — plus your touch-up terms.
Should tattoo artists take a deposit?+
Yes — a non-refundable deposit secures the booking and covers design time. Show it as a negative line on the final invoice.
Hourly or flat rate for tattoos?+
Large or multi-session pieces are usually hourly; small pieces are often a flat price. State which you're using so the client isn't surprised by the total.
Sources & further reading
- How to invoice as a tattoo artist (Waffle)— waffleinvoice.com
- Tattoo artist invoice template (InvoiceBloom)— invoicebloom.io
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