Heather Kim
Tattoo artist at The Nova Expansion
Queen Anne, Seattle· King County
Heather specializes in illustrative black and grey designs and began an apprenticeship in March 2024.
From The Nova Expansion’s website, checked October 18, 2026.
Specialties: “Illustrative black and grey designs” (the studio’s words)
At a glance
- Role
- Tattoo artist
- Studio
- The Nova Expansion511 2nd Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119
- Neighborhood
- Queen Anne, Seattle · King County
- Styles
- Black and Grey and Illustrative
- @hktattooss
- Profile on The Nova Expansion’s site
- thenovaexpansion.com/heather-kim
Heather Kim: common questions
Where does Heather Kim work?
Heather Kim is listed as a tattoo artist at The Nova Expansion, 511 2nd Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119. These details come from the studio's own website; confirm with the studio before you visit.
What tattoo styles does Heather Kim do?
The studio's website lists black and grey and illustrative for Heather Kim. In the studio's words: "Illustrative black and grey designs".
How do I book with Heather Kim?
Reach Heather Kim through Instagram (@hktattooss), The Nova Expansion at (206) 487-6024, or The Nova Expansion's website (thenovaexpansion.com). Many artists ask for a deposit to hold an appointment, and custom pieces usually start with a consultation.
Is Heather Kim 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 Heather Kim, checked October 18, 2026. Profiles show professional information only.
- 1thenovaexpansion.com — The Nova Expansion
- 2thenovaexpansion.com/heather-kim — The Nova Expansion












