17 studios · avg 4.9★

Traditional Tattoo Artists in Seattle, WA

Seattle, WA has 17 traditional tattoo studios listed on GetInked. Traditional tattooing is known for bold outlines, solid color fills, and iconic flash imagery rooted in early American tattoo culture. Traditional shops here average 4.9★ across GetInked reviews.

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Tattoo Pizzazz★ 5 (15)

Tattoo Pizzazz is a family-owned tattoo shop in West Seattle (6021c California Ave SW) specializing in realism, traditional, fine-…

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Wizard City Tattoo★ 5 (11)

Wizard City Tattoo is a by-appointment Seattle studio (Salon Republic, 401 Broadway E) run by artist Berger, who tattoos comic boo…

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Misha Dumois Tattoo★ 5 (8)

Seattle tattoo artist (Greenwood) whose work centers on black-and-grey realism, dotwork, and American traditional, with recurring …

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17th Avenue Tattoo★ 5 (7)

17th Avenue Tattoo in Seattle (Clayton Rhoads) specializes in bright, bold traditional tattoos — tattoo shop confirmed via IG.

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Staircase Tattoo★ 5 (2)

Seattle tattoo shop featuring artists Curtis Stairs, Caitlin Stairs, and Cassidy Depew. Appointment-only studio offering diverse s…

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ying's tattoo★ 4.9 (132)

Ying's Tattoo is a Seattle studio (artists Carson Zhang and Ying Zhou, working since 2004) offering traditional color, Western, sk…

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Black Dolphin Tattoo Studio★ 4.9 (115)

Black Dolphin Tattoo Studio (5228 University Way NE, Seattle, WA) is home to a diverse team of artists spanning bold traditional w…

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White Lotus Tattoo★ 4.9 (51)

Lake City, Seattle studio specializing in Eastern and Traditional American style tattoos, with a team carrying over 40 years of co…

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American Beauty Tattoo★ 4.9 (23)

Tattoo studio in Seattle's SoDo district offering custom tattoo work along with branded shop merchandise and apparel.

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The Nova Expansion Tattoo★ 4.8 (144)

Seattle-based multi-artist tattoo studio featuring a diverse roster whose styles span realism, new school, trash polka, watercolor…

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Madame Lazonga Tattoo★ 4.8 (102)

Madame Lazonga's Tattoo is a female-owned Seattle shop established in 1972, located on Western Ave below Pike Place Market. Vetera…

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Top hat Tattoo and Top Hat Barber Shop★ 4.8 (36)

Top Hat Tattoo is a Seattle tattoo shop with artists Agus, Mad Max Wallace, Sage Belles — traditional style highlighted.

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Tattoos and Fortune★ 4.8 (22)

Appointment-only private tattoo studio in Seattle run by Magdalena Sky, who tattoos in blackwork, black and grey realism, American…

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Rabbit and Thorn Tattoo★ 4.8 (19)

Rabbit and Thorn Tattoo (9451 35th Ave SW, Seattle, WA) is a highly rated tattoo shop whose artists specialize in traditional, Jap…

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Alaska Street Tattoo Parlour★ 4.7 (76)

Alaska Street Tattoo Parlour (4310 SW Alaska St, West Seattle, WA) is a professional shop open most days offering traditional thro…

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Fenix Tattoo and Piercing★ 4.6 (403)

Fenix Tattoo and Piercing is one of Seattle's longest-running tattoo shops, open in Pioneer Square since 2000. Its artists special…

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Slave to the Needle

Award-winning Ballard and Wallingford studio operating for decades in Seattle.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many traditional tattoo artists are in Seattle, WA?

There are 17 traditional tattoo studios listed in Seattle, WA on GetInked. Each profile shows style details, ratings, and — for claimed shops — direct booking.

What is traditional tattooing?

Traditional tattooing is known for bold outlines, solid color fills, and iconic flash imagery rooted in early American tattoo culture.

How do I find the best traditional tattoo artist in Seattle?

Browse the Seattle traditional listings on GetInked, compare ratings and reviews, and click through to each studio's profile to view portfolios before booking.

Can I book a traditional tattoo appointment in Seattle on GetInked?

Yes. Studios that have claimed their GetInked profile accept direct booking — look for the "Book" button on a shop's page. Unclaimed listings show contact info so you can reach the shop directly.