# Tim Kelly — Tattoo artist at Slave To The Needle

> Tim Kelly creates tattoos that combine traditional and modern elements, often working in color with clean outlines. Tim is interested in designs that tell a story or convey a feeling or emotion, and in blending styles to create clear, readable designs.

- Role: Tattoo artist
- Studio: [Slave To The Needle](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/slave-to-the-needle) — 403 NE 45th St, Seattle, WA 98105
- Location: Wallingford, Seattle
- Styles: American Traditional, Color
- Specialties (studio's words): "Creating tattoos that tell a story or give off a feeling or emotion"
- Page on Slave To The Needle's website: https://slavetotheneedle.com/artist/tim-kelly/
- Profile updated: October 18, 2026
- Page: https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/tim-kelly

## FAQ

**Where does Tim Kelly work?**
Tim Kelly is listed as a tattoo artist at Slave To The Needle, 403 NE 45th St, Seattle, WA 98105. These details come from the studio's own website; confirm with the studio before you visit.

**What tattoo styles does Tim Kelly do?**
The studio's website lists American traditional and color for Tim Kelly. In the studio's words: "Creating tattoos that tell a story or give off a feeling or emotion".

**How do I book with Tim Kelly?**
Reach Tim Kelly through Slave To The Needle at (206) 545-3685 or Slave To The Needle's website (slavetotheneedle.com). Many artists ask for a deposit to hold an appointment, and custom pieces usually start with a consultation.

**Is Tim Kelly 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.

## Other artists at Slave To The Needle

- [Aaron Bell](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/aaron-bell) — Tattoo artist · American Traditional, Japanese (Irezumi)
- [Elijah Cole](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/elijah-cole) — Tattoo artist · American Traditional, Japanese (Irezumi)
- [Frank Phoenix](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/frank-phoenix) — Tattoo artist · American Traditional, Black and Grey, Color
- [Jaco Abarca](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/jaco-abarca) — Tattoo artist · Neo-Traditional, Japanese (Irezumi)
- [Janet Lucero](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/janet-lucero) — Tattoo artist · American Traditional, Neo-Traditional, Illustrative
- [Lance Neatherlin](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/lance-neatherlin) — Tattoo artist · Black and Grey
- [Tim Bradley](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/tim-bradley) — Tattoo artist · Japanese (Irezumi) · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meanoldtim
- [Tony Fentress](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/tony-fentress) — Tattoo artist · Black and Grey

## Sources

- https://slavetotheneedle.com/artists/
- https://slavetotheneedle.com/artist/tim-kelly/

_Professional information published by the studio's own website. Corrections or removal: https://seattle-tattoo.org/contact._