Welcome to Queen Bee | Tattoo & Piercing Parlor | Atlanta, GA
Welcome to Queen Bee | Tattoo & Piercing Parlor | Atlanta, GA
Queen Bee | Tattoo & Piercing Parlor | Atlanta, GA
Queen Bee | Tattoo & Piercing Parlor | Atlanta, GA

Meet the Team

Alex Martinez Barrientos, Resident Tattoo Artist

Alex Martinez Barrientos

Resident Tattoo Artist

Blood from Guatemala, born in Virginia, Alex specializes in fine line black and grey and lettering. He’s here to leave his mark on the world.
Cat, Resident Tattoo Artist

Cat

Resident Tattoo Artist

Cat is a Georgia born tattoo artist that specializes in neotraditional and surrealist styles. They love working in color or black and grey!
Eric Holmes, Piercer

Eric Holmes

Piercer

Eric started piercing professionally in 2007 after a year and a half long apprenticeship. He has worked for Psycho Tattoo studios in Georgia, Black Rose Tattoo in Michigan and currently working for Virtue and Vice and The Queen Bee Tattoo Parlour. He became a member of the Association of Professional Piercers in December of 2018. He enjoys the outdoors, live music and video games.
Bethrah Szumski, Piercer

Bethrah Szumski

Piercer

Bethrah has been piercing since 1995. After completing her Gauntlet course work she was mentored by Elayne Angel who has continued to provide both professional and personal support throughout her career.

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Lia, Resident Tattoo Artist

Liam

Resident Tattoo Artist

A multidisciplinary artist, dog dad, and friend to all, Liam specializes in illustrative linework tattoos, with a special interest in anything anime or manga related. His chair is a place for fun and meaningful connection, as he works with each client to bring their visions to life. Check out his original one off flash designs!
Mae, Resident Tattoo Artist

Mae

Resident Tattoo Artist

Mae has been tattooing since 2017 and loves all things bright, nerdy and weird! They are always down for some slick traditional, bold anime pieces, funky neotraditional and almost anything in between. Most of all they love bringing people’s ideas to life on their skin!
Meg Tillman, Piercer

Meg Tillman

Piercer

Meg had been piercing professionally since 2012. Most of her career has been based in Southeast Georgia. She’s currently working for Virtue and Vice in Atlanta as well as The Queen Bee Tattoo Parlour. She became a member of the Association of Professional Piercers in December of 2019. She enjoys avid reading, painting, and traveling in her spare time.
Sasha, Piercer

Sasha

Piercer

Sasha specializes in assessing anatomy for the best possible healing success of your piercing. She gentle and fast when it comes to the piercings themselves. You’re in great hands with her!

Getting Tattooed

Advanced appointments require a non-refundable deposit that is applied towards the tattoo. We are currently working mostly by appointment, though we will accommodate walk-ins when possible. CALL AHEAD for availability. To reschedule an appointment we require at least a 48 hour notice. We will allow for 3 total reschedules. After 3 reschedules OR any cancellation without enough notice, a new deposit will be required to schedule again. After a cancellation with enough notice, we will hold the deposit for 3 months from the date of the cancellation. After that time, a new deposit will be required to make a new appointment. If no cancellations were ever made, a deposit will be held for 3 months.

All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. Deposits will be forfeit if you are late without artist approval, no call/no show an appointment, arriving with ANY level of intoxication, or if drawings are finalized and a new or different design than agreed upon is requested.

Please eat before your appointment and bring your physical ID.

The minimum price for a tattoo is $100. Depending on the project, tattoos can be either priced by the piece or off of the artist hourly rate.

To get the process started please email over your contact information, general sizing, placement and any reference images you may have.

We strive to respond as quickly as possible, but on high volume days (mostly weekends) it may take a little longer between correspondences.

  • Accepted forms of payment at time of service: cash or credit. Choose carefully, all sales are final.
  • We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone for any reason.
  • Under no conditions will we provide services to anyone under the influence of drugs and alcohol.• You MUST be 18 years of age to receive a tattoo, regardless of parental consent.
  •  Valid Photo ID* showing you are 18 years of age or older is required.
    *(A Valid Photo ID is a Driver’s License, Passport or State-issued Identification Card. Photocopied IDs ARE NOT acceptable.)
  • If you are or have recently been ill please reschedule.
  • You must enter without a guest for you session.
  • To book please EMAIL us with your phone number, description of what you want, about how big you want it, where you want it, along with any reference materials to queenbeeparlour (at) gmail.com

We are proud to say, the tattoo division of our studio is 100% disposable. This means that not only are needles, inks, and supplies single service but tattoo tubes are as well!

All artists of The Queen Bee Tattoo Parlour are trained in universal precautions to protect both themselves and their clientele.

Children are great! If you are a parent we wish you all the best in your family life! We do however ask that you find childcare for your kids rather than bring them in. While we make every effort to keep discussions and images of a delicate nature in private areas, the studio environment is very much adult in nature. MINOR CHILDREN ARE ONLY ALLOWED IN THE STUDIO when receiving a piercing and accompanied by a parent or guardian. No other minors, children or infants are allowed.

We will not perform any service on any pregnant person. We will however remove jewelry or replace it with flexible retainers. For nursing mothers, we will be happy to perform a tattoo at the 3 month mark of feeding.

If you already know which artist you would like for your tattoo work, you can contact them directly at the studio by phone, email them or message them on their individual Facebook pages.

Email to queenbeeparlour@gmail.com and add your artist’s name to the subject line.

  • No Alcohol – Do not drink or “party” heavily the night before or at all on the day you get tattooed or pierced.
  • Good Mentality – Make sure you are in good physical (well rested) and emotional health when you come in. Stay relaxed and get into the zone – that’ll help make the experience a good one!
  • Food is Good – Be sure to eat a good meal before you come in. Feel free to bring in water and some snacks, you may need them, especially for a long tattoo sitting.
  • Bring your ID – Make sure you bring the required ID! Trying to track it down is a real hassle once you have arrived and are ready to get tattooed or pierced.
  • What to Wear – Consider the location of your new tattoo or piercing and dress accordingly. If you’re unsure of what is best to wear, give us a call.

Healing & Jewelry Guide

Tattoo After Care Guide

The life of your tattoo is dependent upon the care it receives within the first few days. It takes about two weeks to heal and two more weeks to settle in.

For taped tattoo bandage, leave on from 2 to 3 hours then remove.

  • For waterproof bandages, leave on from 8-24 hours depending on fluid build up.
  • Gently wash tattoo with cool soapy water- do not use loofah or washcloth.
  • Rinse thoroughly
  • Lightly pat dry with a clean towel
  • With clean hands, apply a thin layer of tattoo aftercare ointment 2 or 3 times a day for 4 or 5 day
  • After the 5th day, apply a thin layer of fragrance free lotion such as Lubriderm, Jergens or Eucerin 5 or 6 times a day for the entire healing process.

If a rash occurs (bumps on or around the tattoo as with an allergic reaction) or redness persists, discontinue use and call us for suggestions or product alternatives.

When caring for your tattoo, avoid the following:

• DO NOT Re-bandage your tattoo
• DO NOT use Vaseline or Petroleum Jelly
• DO NOT use Alcohol or Peroxide
• DO NOT Pick or Scratch your tattoo
• DO NOT soak your tattoo in the tub or shower – get in, get clean, get out!
• DO NOT expose your tattoo to direct sunlight and/or tanning beds
• STAY OUT of pools, hot tubs, oceans, etc. for two weeks or until tattoo is fully healed.

Getting Pierced

Accepted forms of payment at time of service: cash or credit.

Choose carefully, ALL SALES ARE FINAL.

PRICES ARE INCLUDING BASIC JEWELRY. HUNDREDS OF UPGRADE OPTIONS AVAILABLE!!
ALL JEWELRY IS IMPLANT GRADE ASSOCIATION OF PROFESIONAL PIERCERS APPROVED MATERIAL.

Anatomy varies from person to person. Not everyone is built to accommodate every piercing or all sizes or styles of jewelry. The consultation at the beginning of your booking will determine, first, if you and receive the piercing and if so, the starting jewelry’s size and style is at the discretion of the piercer and based on what will heal best for you. 

We provide jewelry made from the purest, most well-manufactured materials available. Each material used has been painstakingly researched.

We have a large range of jewelry available for you to choose from, selection varies depending on the size and style best suited for your specific anatomy as well as your personal preference and over all ‘look’. Since starter jewelry prices vary we separate the basic piercing fee from the price of the jewelry. Although an all inclusive price can make for convenient price shopping it doesn’t give you many options. Since often piercings take several months to heal we like giving our clients the option to start out with the amazing, flattering, piece of jewelry they want from the very beginning. We do not pierce with jewelry purchased outside the studio.

Piercing Jewelry Size Chart

Jewelry Changes
When you purchase from us for a jewelry change or stretch there is no fee for installation at the time of purchase. For later jewelry changes or removals there is a $15 glove fee. If your piercing/jewelry was purchased elsewhere and you need it changed or removed we charge a $15 service fee for each piercing.

All piercer skills are technically advanced. All procedures are performed with great speed and accuracy using the most effective and efficient methods. Often the client doesn’t even realize that s/he has already received the piercing.

We are working by appointment OR walk in.

  • If you’ve shown any signs of illness in the prior 7 days, do not come to the studio. Reschedule your visit.
  • If you’re bringing jewelry with you to be put into a healed piercing, bring in in a clean plastic ziplock bag.
  • Bring photo ID, eat before arriving, be fully sober and had no alcohol to drink on the day you arrive.

We will not pierce anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol. We reserve the right to refuse service.

In order to receive a piercing:

  • You must have valid Gov. issue photo identification such as passport, drivers license, military ID, etc.
  • You must have consumed as meal within four hours.
  • You must be in no way intoxicated.
  • Many clients choose to have multiple piercings performed in one session. The total quantity per session is at the discretion of the piercer.

We do not use piercing guns.

When you arrive…

  • We will ask you for identification and confirm that you have eaten within the appropriate time frame and are fully sober.
  • We will confirm that you’ve had no signs of illness in the previous 7 days.
  • We will look at the area you would like to be pierced to make sure it’s suitable and for jewelry sizing.
  • We will provide you with digital and oral aftercare guidelines.
  • We will have you fill out a release form.
  • We will help you select jewelry based on the correct shape and size for your body and your aesthetic preference.
  • We will collect payment for sales tax, piercing fees, jewelry and any additional aftercare products you care to purchase.
  • We will sterilize the jewelry and all equipment needed to perform your piercing.
  • We will bring you in to the piercing room, prepare your skin with an appropriate cleansing product, mark the area and then pierce you.

We are proud to say, The Queen Bee Tattoo Parlour is a primarily disposable studio. This means that not only are needles, inks, and supplies single service but tattoo tubes and most piercing tools are as well! For items that do not come pre-sterile from the manufacturer such as body piercing jewelry, we use a state of the art sterilization, which is called a StatimClave. This sterilization process does not require the use of pouches and allows your piercer to maintain “point of process” sterilization for these items. For the couple of piercing tools that are simply not available in a disposable version we utilize a vigorous processing system that employs two full sterilization cycles. All artists of The Queen Bee Tattoo Parlour are trained in universal precautions to protect both themselves and their clientele.

Parent or guardian must be present for paperwork and procedure. -ID’s must have a photo and correspond to legal document. -Proper documentation is required for ALL SERVICES during EVERY VISIT for minors. Including for jewelry changes/insertions/removals.

Starting at age 7:

  • Ear Lobes

Starting at age 16:

  • Ear Cartilage (outer Helix only)
  • Eyebrow
  • Navel (“Bellybutton”)
  • Nostril
  • Septum

AGES 7-15 Parent/guardian and minor must bring ONE ITEM PER COLUMN:

Legal Document Parent or Guardian
Birth Certificate
*most common option*		 Drivers License
*most common option*
Adoption Papers Passport
Guardianship Papers State I.D.
Divorce Paper (that shows custody) Green Card or Resident Visa

AGES 16-17 Parent/guardian and minor must bring ONE ITEM PER COLUMN:

Legal Document Parent or Guardian Minor/Child
Birth Certificate
*most common option*		 Drivers License
*most common option*		 State I.D./Learners/License
*most common option*
Adoption Papers Passport Passport
Guardianship Papers State I.D. School I.D. That has photo and full name
Divorce Paper (that shows custody) Green Card or Resident Visa Green Card / Resident Visa
Marriage License (emancipated due to marriage)

PLEASE NOTE: Minor children are only allowed in the studio when receiving a piercing and accompanied by a parent or guardian. No other minors, children or infants are allowed. This includes the friends and siblings of the person being pierced.

Children are great! If you are a parent we wish you all the best in your family life! We do however ask that you find childcare for your kids rather than bring them in. While we make every effort to keep discussions and images of a delicate nature in private areas, the studio environment is very much adult in nature.

MINOR CHILDREN ARE ONLY ALLOWED IN THE STUDIO when receiving a piercing and accompanied by a parent or guardian. No other minors, children or infants are allowed.

We will not perform any piercing on any pregnant person.

We will however remove jewelry or replace it with flexible retainers. For nursing mothers, we will be happy to perform any piercing other than nipples once you have reached the 3 month mark of feeding. We will perform nipple piercing only after all nursing has ceased and milk has dried up completely.

Please visit the BOOK ONLNE on this site. PLEASE READ ALL SELECTIONS CAREFULLY and choose exactly what you wish to have done. Scroll through all the options as there are many services to choose! Mislabeled appointments can often take up valuable time for both you and the piercer and can even lead to reschedules or cancellations. Please contact us ahead of time if you have questions or concerns before booking an appointment.

  • No Alcohol – Do not drink or “party” heavily the night before or at all on the day you get tattooed or pierced.
  • Good Mentality – Make sure you are in good physical (well rested) and emotional health when you come in. Stay relaxed and get into the zone – that’ll help make the experience a good one!
  • Food is Good – Be sure to eat a good https://www.ncmh.info/valium-diazepam/ meal before you come in. Feel free to bring in water and some snacks, you may need them, especially for a long tattoo sitting.
  • Bring your ID – Make sure you bring the required ID! Trying to track it down is a real hassle once you have arrived and are ready to get tattooed or pierced.
  • What to Wear – Consider the location of your piercing and dress accordingly. If you’re unsure of what is best to wear, give us a call.

The success of your piercing is dependent upon the care it receives while it is healing. We offer the following guidelines, courtesy of the Association of Professional Piercers.

Healing & Jewelry Guide – download our aftercare healing guide here.

Oral Piercings – To download aftercare instructions for oral piercings in adobe acrobat format, click here.

Facial and Body Piercings – To download aftercare instructions for facial and body piercings in adobe acrobat format, click here

For Minors click here

Visit the Piercing Bible website for additional information.

How do I make an appointment?
Visit the Book Online page of this website.

Can I choose the piercer I would like to work with specifically?
Yes. When making the appointment you will have the option to choose the piercer you would like to work with. Note that when choosing specific workers the calendar will give you their most up to date availability and in some cases you cannot make the appointment same-day. Please feel free to call us ahead of booking if you have questions about someone’s schedule.

Can I book multiple services for the same day?
Yes! You can easily select multiple types of piercings/services and you can also leave us notes about what you want within the booking process. We do however limit folks to 3 piercings maximum per visit.

Can I book an appointment for me and a friend/family member at the same time?
You can! however Everyone needs their OWN appointment block separate from each other. But you can have back to back appointments! For example if you and a friend wish to come in together make your appointment first and then have your friend or yourself make another appointment with all of their separate information for the following time slot. Feel free to leave us a note in your appointment that you are together if you like!

Can I book an appointment for my child who is under the age of 18?
Absolutely you can! Please provide their name in the client name section and feel free to add your name alongside. For minors to be pierced there is a little more involved than adults 18 and older. To add: Only 1 parent/legal guardian to accompany the minor receiving a piercing.  
*Parents and court appointed legal guardians are the only ones allowed to sign for piercings. Siblings and other family members cannot sign for someone who is not their child or their legal ward.*

Do I need an appointment to just change out or purchase jewelry?
Yes- but same day spaces are often available!! Call ahead!

Can I bring my own jewelry to my appointment?
The simple answer is no. However if you have previous jewelry from us  then we can often times use that for your new piercing. The jewelry will need to be brought in with you and secured inside a clear bag or container for us to easily inspect. We CANNOT guarantee that we will be able to reuse your jewelry. Other jewelry brought in that is not supplied by us unfortunately cannot be tested in the ways our jewelry has been tested and we are not covered to install it.

Can I cancel or change my appointment time/date?
Yes. Up until the last hour before your appointment you are welcome to adjust your day and time by using your phone or computer through the link provided in your confirmation email. If you need to cancel or reschedule closer to your original time please give us a call!

Can I bring a friend/family member with me to my appointment?
Yes

What happens if I arrive early or late to my appointment?
If  you arrive early we may still be helping the person ahead of you and you will have to wait for them to be done in order to be helped. It is best to arrive at your appointment time so you can be helped in a timely manner.
IF YOU ARE 10 MINUTES OR MORE LATE TO AN APPOINTMENT it will automatically be cancelled and you will need to reschedule to a later time or date. Please call ahead if you will be arriving late so we can adjust your time to the best of our abilities.

How can I make an appointment with Bethrah Szumski?
Just choose her on the booking page!
If you need more availability with Bethrah she is available at either two of her other studios. They can be contacted here:
www.virtueandvice.com  — Atlanta, Ga.
www.thequeenbeetattoo.com  — Marietta, Ga.

What if I cannot make an appointment online?
If you are unable to book an appointment online with your mobile device or computer please give us a call and we can assist.
706-208-9588

Getting Permanent Makeup

Queen Bee offers cosmetic tattooing that combines the tried and true practices of the tattoo industry with advancements in the field of permanent makeup to provide you with the safest and longest-lasting permanent makeup procedure possible.

Cosmetic Tattooing is a specialized craft within the tattoo industry that requires finesse and an understanding of both the tattoo and cosmetics industries. The cosmetic tattoo artists at Queen Bee are highly talented with a proven record of service and skill. If you would like to find out more about permanent cosmetics, what services are available and how you can schedule an appointment please read on. Oh, and don’t hesitate to give us a call if you have any other questions.

Permanent Cosmetics

  • Eyebrow Enhancement
  • Lip Liner/Lip Color
  • Beauty Marks
  • Corrective/Repair Work –
    Unfortunately, not all procedures are conducted by individuals proficient at placing pigment into the skin. Corrective services require a consultation to determine the best course of action. Whether the color is wrong, has faded prematurely, or just doesn’t quite look how you’d like we can sit down, analyze your individual needs, and decide on the best course of action to correct your procedure.
  • Areola Re-pigmentation –
    Cosmetic tattooing with flesh-colored pigments can be utilized to reconstruct the aesthetic appearance of the nipple-areola complex after reconstructive surgery, invasive medical treatments, aging, or other breast augmentation procedures that have affected the appearance, size, or color of the areola. This procedure usually takes 3-4 visits to obtain the final result but is less invasive than old methods of areola reconstruction which included skin grafting.
  • Scar Camouflage –
    Pigment can be added to light areas. Even with a good match, some differences may still be noticeable. For hyper-pigmentation (dark spots) we are not able to achieve good results for camouflage, so do not offer it as a service. For this condition, we suggest seeing a dermatologist for lightening options or consider a traditional tattoo as a cover.
  • Eyebrows
    Brows should have been arched the way you prefer with makeup or by professional waxing/threading upon your arrival.
  • Lipliner / Lip Color
    For those with a history of cold sores, a course of the appropriate anti-viral medication is mandatory for the procedure. Lips will be tender and swollen, be gentle and drink through a straw the first day.
  • Scar Camouflage & Post Surgical Repigmentation
    Scars should be at least one year old. For re-pigmentation, the skin should have fully recovered from surgery. Both require a consultation.
  • Repair Work
    Unfortunately, not all procedures are conducted by individuals proficient at placing pigment into the skin. Corrective services require a consultation to determine the best course of action.

Be prepared for the color intensity of your procedure to be significantly larger, sharper, brighter, or darker than what is expected for the final outcome. It will take time for this transition based on how quickly the outer layer of your skin exfoliates.

The color will fade from its original hue as it heals. Touch-up appointments may be necessary to achieve the desired color.

Since delicate skin or sensitive areas may swell slightly or redden, some clients feel it’s best not to make any social plans for a day or two following the procedure. Makeup, stress, and travel may adversely affect healing.

For any facial work a hat, visor, or dark glasses should be worn to provide protection from the sun.

Any tweezing or waxing should be done at least 48 hours prior to the procedure; electrolysis no less than 5 days before. Do not resume any method of hair removal for at least two weeks.

Any eyelash or eyebrow tinting or eyelash curling should be done no sooner than 48 hours before or two weeks after the procedure.

If you are contemplating cosmetic surgery, laser peels, laser hair removal, botox, collagen treatments, lip augmentation or implant surgery such procedures may affect or alter permanent cosmetics. These procedures should be completed BEFORE permanent cosmetics are applied.

Wear your normal makeup and bring your lip or brow pencils to the office on the day of the procedure.