# Tom Karlsten — Tattoo artist at Highmark Tattoo

> Tom Karlsten has over 30 years of experience in the tattoo industry and was the owner of Tattoo Evolution in Everett for 28 years. Tom’s expertise is in black and gray tattoos, and Tom also does color work.

- Role: Tattoo artist
- Studio: [Highmark Tattoo](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/highmark-tattoo) — 2109 196th St SW, Lynnwood, WA 98036
- Location: Lynnwood, WA
- Styles: Black and Grey, Color
- Specialties (studio's words): "Black and gray tattoos"
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomkarlsten
- Profile updated: October 18, 2026
- Page: https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/tom-karlsten

## FAQ

**Where does Tom Karlsten work?**
Tom Karlsten is listed as a tattoo artist at Highmark Tattoo, 2109 196th St SW, Lynnwood, WA 98036. These details come from the studio's own website; confirm with the studio before you visit.

**What tattoo styles does Tom Karlsten do?**
The studio's website lists black and grey and color for Tom Karlsten. In the studio's words: "Black and gray tattoos".

**How do I book with Tom Karlsten?**
Reach Tom Karlsten through Instagram (@tomkarlsten), Highmark Tattoo at (425) 412-3864, or Highmark Tattoo's website (highmark.tattoo). Many artists ask for a deposit to hold an appointment, and custom pieces usually start with a consultation.

**Is Tom Karlsten 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 Highmark Tattoo

- [John Fitzgerald](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/john-fitzgerald) — Owner and tattoo artist · Neo-Traditional, Illustrative · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tatblaster10000
- [Ciara Rose](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/ciara-rose) — Tattoo artist
- [Honest Jon](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/honest-jon) — Tattoo artist · American Traditional, Illustrative · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honest_jon_tattoos
- [Tori Brewer](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/tori-brewer) — Tattoo artist · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brew_crew_ink
- [Tyler Fox](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/tyler-fox) — Apprentice tattoo artist · Neo-Traditional, Illustrative · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teedawg.energy

## Sources

- https://highmark.tattoo/artists/

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