# Traves Aguilar — Tattoo artist at Nexus Tattoo

> Traves Aguilar specializes in Chicano-style realism, combining expressive imagery, rich shading, and designs with personal meaning. Traves also explores ideas beyond that style and works with clients to bring together their vision and references.

- Role: Tattoo artist
- Studio: [Nexus Tattoo](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/nexus-tattoo) — 3320 E 4th Plain Blvd Suite G, Vancouver, WA 98661
- Location: Vancouver, WA
- Styles: Realism, Chicano
- Specialties (studio's words): "Chicano-style realism"
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artby_trav
- Page on Nexus Tattoo's website: https://www.thenexustattoostudio.com/traves/traves
- Profile updated: October 18, 2026
- Page: https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/traves-nexus-tattoo

## FAQ

**Where does Traves Aguilar work?**
Traves Aguilar is listed as a tattoo artist at Nexus Tattoo, 3320 E 4th Plain Blvd Suite G, Vancouver, WA 98661. These details come from the studio's own website; confirm with the studio before you visit.

**What tattoo styles does Traves Aguilar do?**
The studio's website lists realism and Chicano for Traves Aguilar. In the studio's words: "Chicano-style realism".

**How do I book with Traves Aguilar?**
Reach Traves Aguilar through Instagram (@artby_trav), Nexus Tattoo at (360) 719-2597, or Nexus Tattoo's website (thenexustattoostudio.com). Many artists ask for a deposit to hold an appointment, and custom pieces usually start with a consultation.

**Is Traves Aguilar 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 Nexus Tattoo

- [Joseph Wedge](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/joseph-nexus-tattoo) — Owner and tattoo artist · Black and Grey, Realism, Color · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jlw_tattoo
- [Aaron Moore](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/aaron-nexus-tattoo) — Tattoo artist · Black and Grey, Realism, Watercolor · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dragonslayer_ink
- [Jackie](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/jackie-nexus-tattoo) — Tattoo artist · Fine Line, Dotwork · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/little.doll.ink
- [Jasmine Bonner](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/jasmine-nexus-tattoo) — Tattoo artist · Blackwork, Realism · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vixeniink
- [Kristina](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/kristina-nexus-tattoo) — Tattoo artist · Fine Line, Blackwork, Script and Lettering · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tatzbykrissy
- [Matthias Mares](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/matthias-nexus-tattoo) — Tattoo artist · American Traditional, Realism · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tattoogzvs
- [Xndr](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/xndr-nexus-tattoo) — Tattoo artist · Blackwork, Illustrative, Color · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xndr_studio

## Sources

- https://www.thenexustattoostudio.com/artists/kristina
- https://www.thenexustattoostudio.com/traves/traves

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