Bodily Charm is a full service body art studio in New Hartford. Owned and operated by "Texas" Betty Plato, the shop is located in the New Hartford Shopping Center and caters to a wide range of clientele in the central New York region, throughout the country and around the globe. The studio abides by an operating procedure based on the model of the Alliance of Professional Tattooists, of which the studio is a member.
We adhere to the highest standards of aseptic techique and participate in continuing education for all of our artists, to include technical industry and art seminars, bloodborne pathogens certification courses and CPR training. Bodily Charm is proud to offer services in illustrative tattooing, post-medical pigment restoration, permanent cosmetics, body piercing, microdermal ornamentation and paramedical tattooing.
We adhere to the highest standards of aseptic techique and participate in continuing education for all of our artists, to include technical industry and art seminars, bloodborne pathogens certification courses and CPR training. Bodily Charm is proud to offer services in illustrative tattooing, post-medical pigment restoration, permanent cosmetics, body piercing, microdermal ornamentation and paramedical tattooing.
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All of our artists are fully apprenticed and certified in prevention of disease transmission, first aid and CPR. When you walk in the door here at Bodily Charm, you're in the best of hands. Every one of us has your health, happiness and best appearance in mind and we are available to consult with you before you make decisions about your body modifications.
So.you want to be a tattoo artist. There is a right way and a wrong way to become a tattoo artist. The wrong way is to buy a "tattoo kit" and begin practicing on friends, or paying to attend a "tattoo school" that claims they can teach you to tattoo in X number of weeks/months. The right way is to develop a well-rounded art portfolio and then go around to tattoo artists whose work you respect and ask if they are willing to apprentice you.
She enjoys new school art and while she is well versed in all genres of tattoo art, she prefers high color, stylized animals and vibrant pieces. Her portfolio can be found on Instagram @crazy_chinchilla_lady, as well as here on our website and on our shop Facebook page. For more information or to book an appointment with this very creative artist, please call or message the shop or email Jessie directly at jessiesterlingtattoos@gmail.com!
Do you do "Freehand" style piercing? No. The practice of "freehand" piercing without the use of forceps or other available engineering and work practice controls violates OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.1030(d)(2)(i), an important provision of the bloodborne pathogens standard which requires that engineering and work practice controls shall be used to eliminate or minimize employee exposure.
We offer a variety of options in micropigmentation and permanent cosmetics. Betty Plato, owner of Bodily Charm is well-trained and certified in advanced aesthetic and paramedical tattooing, including permanent makeup and restorative techniques for conditions such as alopecia and mastectomy.
All of our pigments are specially formulated for permanent cosmetic and paramedical use, and with proper aftercare can last several years before needing to be touched up.All permanent cosmetic and restorative services require a pre-procedure consultation and a post-procedure follow-up appointment.
All of our pigments are specially formulated for permanent cosmetic and paramedical use, and with proper aftercare can last several years before needing to be touched up.All permanent cosmetic and restorative services require a pre-procedure consultation and a post-procedure follow-up appointment.
Reviews (9)
Melissa Schafer
Dec 18, 2021
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Jason T. Hill
Nov 11, 2021
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Critical: Professionalism
I emailed like they asked, and they were very responsive. However, completely ignored my next three emails asking to schedule and listing the artists in order of preference, which was also asked of me. Had three big tats planned, just decided to go with a place that cares more....
I emailed like they asked, and they were very responsive. However, completely ignored my next three emails asking to schedule and listing the artists in order of preference, which was also asked of me. Had three big tats planned, just decided to go with a place that cares more....
Jade Jones
Jul 24, 2021
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I got a conch piercing from them the other day and my piercing did a great job. I don't know if it slipped my mind or if my piercing forget to tell me, but I'm not 100% sure what jewelry was used. But that's fine since you're supposed to have to piercer change it the first time. Overall, a quick piercing, great workers, and a beautiful setup.
Rocco Piccione
May 04, 2021
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Jasmin Lopez
Mar 02, 2021
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Ashley Booth
Oct 28, 2020
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Addie Tenace
Jun 16, 2020
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Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Quality, Value
Best experience I've ever had in a tattoo/piercing shop. Got my first tattoo on my calf done by Brandin, who did an amazing job with both placement and capturing every little detail. I absolutely love my tattoo and would definitely come here again.
Best experience I've ever had in a tattoo/piercing shop. Got my first tattoo on my calf done by Brandin, who did an amazing job with both placement and capturing every little detail. I absolutely love my tattoo and would definitely come here again.
Carley No
Jun 08, 2020
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I had a fantastic experience here today! Jessie helped me with my first tattoo and made everything fun and easy!
I love the friendly atmosphere and especially appreciated their cleanliness and dedication to social distancing.
I don’t have another tattoo in mind at the moment, but when I do I’ll be sure to return!
Thanks again!
I love the friendly atmosphere and especially appreciated their cleanliness and dedication to social distancing.
I don’t have another tattoo in mind at the moment, but when I do I’ll be sure to return!
Thanks again!
Rachelle Janiga
Oct 02, 2019
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