# Velma — Owner and tattoo artist at Arboretum Studios

> Velma has been tattooing since 2011 and opened Arboretum Studios in 2019. Velma focuses on nature-themed tattoos and coverups, and also works with abstract ornamental designs and fantasy or psychedelia-based ideas.

- Role: Owner and tattoo artist
- Studio: [Arboretum Studios](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/arboretum-studios) — 401 W 13th St, Vancouver, WA 98660
- Location: Vancouver, WA
- Styles: Ornamental
- Specialties (studio's words): "Nature-themed tattoos and coverups"
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/velmatattoos
- Page on Arboretum Studios' website: https://www.arboretumstudios.net/velma-1
- Profile updated: October 18, 2026
- Page: https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/velma-arboretum-studios

## FAQ

**Where does Velma work?**
Velma is listed as an owner and tattoo artist at Arboretum Studios, 401 W 13th St, Vancouver, WA 98660. These details come from the studio's own website; confirm with the studio before you visit.

**What tattoo styles does Velma do?**
The studio's website lists ornamental for Velma. In the studio's words: "Nature-themed tattoos and coverups".

**How do I book with Velma?**
Reach Velma through Instagram (@velmatattoos), Arboretum Studios at (360) 207-0435, or Arboretum Studios' website (arboretumstudios.net). Many artists ask for a deposit to hold an appointment, and custom pieces usually start with a consultation.

**Is Velma 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 Arboretum Studios

- [Addie](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/addie-arboretum-studios) — Tattoo artist · Color · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pidgietatts
- [Doy](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/doy-arboretum-studios) — Tattoo artist · Black and Grey, Watercolor, Illustrative, Minimalist · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunwukongtattoo
- [Takayla](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/takayla-arboretum-studios) — Tattoo artist · Ornamental · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takayla.tattoos
- [Tori Shi](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/tori-shi) — Tattoo artist · Neo-Traditional, Color · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/torishi_ink
- [Stephanie Jane](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/stephanie-jane) — Artist · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aboutfacebystephaniejane2.0

## Sources

- https://www.arboretumstudios.net/
- https://www.arboretumstudios.net/velma-1

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