By confirming your guest spot at TAPPIN’ TATTS, you agree to the following terms and conditions.

 

 

1. Revenue Split

All guest artists agree to a 70% (artist) / 30% (studio) revenue split on all tattoo bookings completed during their guest spot.
 

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2. Exclusive Engagement

During the agreed guest period, the Artist agrees to work exclusively at Tappin' Tatts and will not tattoo at any other studio, event or private location within Cairo. This exclusivity applies only to the dates of the guest arrangement.

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3. Online Representation

Guest artists are required to:

• Add “Guest @tappintatts” to their Instagram bio for the entire duration of their guest spot.

• Tag the studio in stories created during your time here

• Mention the guest spot in feed posts and reels (e.g. "done at @tappintatts")

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4. Media, Photo and Content Rights

Artists agree that:

• The studio may repost their work on social media, website and marketing materials.

• Any work created during the guest spot can be used by TAPPIN’ TATTS for promotion - credits will always be given.

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5. Hygiene and Cleanliness

Maintaining a clean and safe workspace is mandatory. Guest artists are expected to maintain current Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) or equivalent infection-control training appropriate to their professional practice. Artists may be asked to provide evidence of completed training. All guest artists must comply with TAPPIN' TATTS' hygiene, sterilization, barrier, sharps disposal and infection-control procedures regardless of external training or certification.

 

All artists must:

• Clean and sanitize their station before and after each session.

• Properly dispose of used materials and waste.

• Use sterilized equipment and follow all infection control protocols.

• Follow all studio safety procedures including barriers, gloves, and proper handling of contaminated materials.

• Report any accidents or blood exposure.

• Provide clients with detailed aftercare instructions following each session.

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6. Professional Conduct

TAPPIN’ TATTS maintains a safe, respectful, and professional environment. Artist must:

• Maintain clear boundaries with clients. Romantic or intimate interactions are strongly discouraged, as they can affect client trust and studio atmosphere.

• Behave professionally in all common areas.

• Avoid drama, gossip or conflict with clients or staff.

• Conduct that disrupts the work environment can lead to termination of the guest spot

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7. Supplies and Materials

The studio provides furniture, cleaning materials and basic equipment.

Artists are responsible for their own machines, needles, cartridges, inks, second skin and personal materials.
Any excessive use of studio consumables may incur a fee. Any damage caused by misuse must be reported immediately and will be the artist's responsibility to cover.

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8. Bookings, Deposits and Communication

All bookings go through the studio manager. Clients pay deposits and payments directly to the studio. 

Artists agree to:
• Provide full details for every appointment including client name, estimated price and estimated time.
• Respect the studio calendar.
• Notify the manager immediately of any changes.
• Ensure clients pay deposits to the studio and send proof of payment.

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9. Privacy and Confidentiality

Artists must:
• Respect client privacy and not share personal information.
• Not film or photograph clients without consent, and do not post their work without permission.
• Not disclose internal studio conversations, financial information or internal studio matters publicly.

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10. Refunds and Aftercare Responsibilities

Artists are responsible for:
• Handling any refund requests related to their work.
• Providing aftercare support to their clients.
• Supporting clients through healing even after they leave Cairo.
 

11. Equipment Use and Damage

Artists must:
• Use studio equipment responsibly.
• Report damage immediately.
• Pay for repairs if damage occurs due to misuse.

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12. Early termination

TAPPIN’ TATTS reserves the right to end a guest spot at any time if the artist fails to comply with these terms or compromises the studio’s professional standards.

 

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Full studio policies are outlined in the TAPPIN' TATTS Artist Handbook, which will be shared with you upon onboarding.

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By participating in a guest spot at TAPPIN’ TATTS, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the above terms.​​​​​​