Sums Ink Tattoos
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Located at Black Shark Gallery, Rocky Hill, CT
Est. January 2026
About me
My name is Summer Weeks, a 2004 born self taught artist. From a young age I knew that I was meant to do art, and I fell in love with drawing realistic portraits. I spent 2025 working on my art portfolio and started my tattoo apprenticeship in January 2026. I believe tattoos serve as our own personal art galleries that tell the stories of our lives.
A lot of people would describe me as bubbly, quirky, and odd. I am a social butterfly and I find it simple to converse with anybody. At an appointment with me, you can expect easy conversations, prioritized comfort, and a safe space. I fit in well in diverse communities and I am curious about learning about different backgrounds and what makes humans unique.
I have a cat named Miyuki who I nicknamed Babe who is the absolute love of my life. Miyuki guided me through overcoming challenges in my teens, and she encourages me to feel strong and empowered. I also have a hamster named Mr. Tofu who is a big angry guy who is learning to be kind and show compassion.
I love getting tattoos and piercings. Of course I love cats, but I also like monkeys and in general, I am a big animal lover. I am vegetarian and coffee obsessed. My go-to coffee order is an oat milk iced latte with a flavor; favorites being salted caramel and pumpkin spice. Although I am named Summer, I adore autumn and all things fall and halloween related. I thrive on gloomy and rainy days. I am not a fan of shows or movies, but I do love music. I’ve been a huge fan of K-Pop since middle school, but I also like American indie or anything with an interesting sound. My favorite artists are Stray Kids and Conan Gray- who I have both seen in concert. I enjoy nostalgia and I collect Littlest Pet Shop toys since I like how cute and whimsical they are. I started a Beanie Baby cat collection also. If I am not tattooing, I am usually getting coffee, shopping, drawing, or cuddling with my cat.
Policies
Listed here are my personal policies for booking. A copy of my consent form that is on my booking page is available below.
If you need to reschedule please let me know 24 hours or earlier before your appointment. You will need to repay your deposit if you reschedule less than 24 hours before. Exceptions are TRUE emergencies; please communicate with me!
If you are 15 minutes late to your appointment with no notice I reserve the right to cancel or limit the tattoo.
Appointment slots are preferably for one client only- exception being fineline and/or small tattoos on multiple people. Please discuss with me if you are looking to book more than one person for an appointment slot.
My rates are firm and may increase as my work progresses. If you are on a budget please communicate with me or we may discuss a trade.
Deposits go toward the final total of your tattoo and is not an additional cost. Your deposit covers my time working on a design and allows me to be paid if you cancel, no-show, or reschedule. I cannot begin designing a tattoo until the appointment is booked and a deposit is received.
Deposits are non-refundable UNLESS you cancel at least 24 hours ahead of your appointment time and communicate that you no longer plan on being tattooed.
I will NOT tattoo AI. Feel free to send me inspiration you generate along with references from Google or Pinterest, but I will be drawing designs or work with you to make a design agreement.
Any current or past medical conditions that may interfere with the procedure, current medications such as blood thinners or antibiotics, or any needed accommodations need to be notified to me to ensure that you are being tattooed safely and at the appropriate time.
I cannot tattoo you if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, intoxicated, or under the age of 18. If you have a blood disorder, are diabetic, undergoing chemotherapy, have a skin disorder, or an autoimmune condition, please make me aware of your situation.
Aftercare
Using Second Skin/Saniderm
Leave it on for 3-5 days.
To remove, run under warm water and pull the bottom corner down like a command strip until it lifts.
Do not rip upwards like a bandaid.
Remove if leaking or if sweat or debris is trapped.
It is normal for ink, blood, and plasma to build up.
Using Seran/Cling Wrap
Remove after 2-5 hours.
Wash gently with warm water and fragrance free antibacterial soap.
Pat dry with a clean paper towel.
Apply a thin layer of unscented moisturizer. Do not use Aquaphor or Vaseline.
Don’t have aftercare supplies? No worry, I have premade aftercare supply bags in my studio! These include instructions, a pack of A&D, unscented lotion, my business card, and a candy. (Free to take at your convenience).
Aftercare Do’s and Dont’s
| DO | DON’T |
|---|---|
| DO Wash gently twice a day with water and fragrance free soap and/or apply a thin layer of unscented moisturizer. | DO NOT Use Aquaphor or Vaseline. Only use antibacterial soap once with the initial wrap removal. |
| DO Apply a thin layer of moisturizer if flaking or dry. Let the tattoo peel on its own. | DO NOT peel, scratch, or pick at the tattoo while it heals. |
| DO protect the tattoo from direct sunlight and wear comfortable breathable clothing in the area. | DO NOT expose to direct sunlight, swim in pools or submerge in hot tubs, or wear tight clothing in the area. |
Normal VS Not Normal Healing
| NORMAL | NOT NORMAL |
|---|---|
| Redness and slight swelling. | Severe redness that spreads. |
| Peeling and flaking. | Pus, strong pain, fever. |
| Itchiness. | Large scabbing that is hot to the touch. |
If you believe your tattoo is infected, please contact me and a doctor to have it checked as soon as possible!
Disclaimer: Tattoo artists cannot diagnose pigment and/or second skin allergies or underlying skin conditions.
Art Gallery
My art gallery serves to showcase my portfolio including drawings from as far back as when I was 15 years old and from the portfolio that scored me my tattoo apprenticeship. The tattoos tab is updated randomly, so to better view recent tattoo pieces of mine, follow my instagram @sums.ink which is also linked on the home page.
