"Does it hurt?" Yes - but not too much; certainly not enough to stop anyone who wants a tattoo from getting one... "Will it bleed?" A little bit - but if you are healthy, sober and relaxed, it's no big deal. "Are your needles/equipment sterilized?" All our needles are new and single-use only. All needles and tubes are sterilized in an autoclave. The entire work area is cleaned and disinfected between each tattoo. "How long is the Nile?" 4184 miles. "How do I take care of my new tattoo?" We recommend that you leave the bandage on overnight. Wash the tattoo in the shower, next morning - soap and water is all you need. Do not re-bandage the tattoo; just leave it alone. Do not put any ointment or lotion on your tattoo - you don't need it. Keep it clean - daily showers are a good idea. Do not pick or scratch your tattoo - if you're not washing it, don't touch it... Stay out of the pool/hotub/ocean for a week or two. Avoid tight or restrictive clothing on your tattoo - loose and comfortable is best... Healing tattoos may look dry, flaky, dull or cloudy for several weeks; this is normal. It takes about 4 weeks for most tattoos to completely heal. "What is 'flash'?" Flash is an industry term for the sheets of tattoo designs adorning the walls of most tattoo shops. "Is it possible for a woman to get pregnant without intercourse?" Maybe... "What does the average tattoo cost?" This is a little like asking how much the average car costs; it depends on what you mean by 'average'. A small tattoo costs less than a big one - simple things cost less than complex ones, etc... Many tattoos fall into the $60 - $200 range - some cost more; it really depends on what you want. "How do I select a tattooist?" The best way is a combination of several factors: 1) - Word of mouth recommendations count for a lot - If you meet someone with great tattoos, ask them (politely) where they got them. 2) - Artists' portfolios - All professional tattooists have photos of their work available for you to look at and most shops have these images online for easy at-home perusal. Check out the work of a number of artists and see whose style/skills are the best fit for you. 3) - Personal rappor - Talk to a few artists whose work you like and get a feel for who you are comfortable with. "Can I borrow $20.00?" Twenty dollars? What d'you want ten dollars for - I'm not giving you five bucks...