Clayton Merrit
Tattoo artist at The Roost
Ellensburg, WA· Kittitas County
Clayton has been part of the tattoo industry for 30 years and explores many styles. Clayton is most often drawn to black and grey work, and also enjoys color work depending on the design.
From The Roost’s website, checked October 18, 2026.
Specialties: “Black and grey work and color work” (the studio’s words)
At a glance
- Role
- Tattoo artist
- Studio
- The Roost315 N Main St #3311, Ellensburg, WA 98926
- City
- Ellensburg, WA · Kittitas County
- Styles
- Black and Grey and Color
- @claytonmerritttattoos
- Profile on The Roost’s site
- theroosttattoostudio.com/artistportfolios/clay
Clayton Merrit: common questions
Where does Clayton Merrit work?
Clayton Merrit is listed as a tattoo artist at The Roost, 315 N Main St #3311, Ellensburg, WA 98926. These details come from the studio's own website; confirm with the studio before you visit.
What tattoo styles does Clayton Merrit do?
The studio's website lists black and grey and color for Clayton Merrit. In the studio's words: "Black and grey work and color work".
How do I book with Clayton Merrit?
Reach Clayton Merrit through Instagram (@claytonmerritttattoos), The Roost at (509) 201-1044, or The Roost's website (theroosttattoostudio.com). Many artists ask for a deposit to hold an appointment, and custom pieces usually start with a consultation.
Is Clayton Merrit licensed?
Washington requires tattoo artists and body piercers to hold a Department of Licensing license (RCW 18.300). You can check any artist with the DOL license lookup; see our Washington tattoo laws guide for how.
Sources
Pages on the studio’s own website that name Clayton Merrit, checked October 18, 2026. Profiles show professional information only.
- 1theroosttattoostudio.com/artistsbooking — The Roost
- 2theroosttattoostudio.com/artistportfolios/clay — The Roost









