Dark Matter Gallery
Dark Matter Gallery is a private tattoo studio and art gallery in Seattle’s Ballard building C artist collective. The studio says it aims to provide a comfortable, relaxing, and private environment for clients.
At a glance
- Neighborhood
- Ballard, Seattle · King County
- Website
- darkmattergallery.com
- @thedarkmattergallery
- Social
- Services
- tattoo
- City business registration
- Registered City of Seattle business since 2021 · City account number #0008776950794505 · data as of October 17, 2026Source: City of Seattle, Department of Finance and Administrative Services. A city business registration, not a WA DOL tattoo license.
- State tattoo shop license
- Verify this shop’s license at WA DOLLicense lookup by the Washington State Department of Licensing
- Listing status
- Listed open · data as of September 23, 2026
What to know about Dark Matter Gallery
- Located at 4818 14th Ave NW Unit 7 in Seattle
- Contact the selected artist individually about rates, schedule, and process
- The studio is not currently allowing appointment guests
Artists at Dark Matter Gallery
All tattoo artists3 artists listed on the studio’s own website. Names, roles, photos and links as the studio publishes them.
Dustin Burt
Tattoo artist
Kel Delaney
Tattoo artist
Map & directions
Local context
Dark Matter Gallery is one of 11 studios we list in Ballard. King County has 172 licensed tattoo shops and 513 licensed tattoo artists, according to Washington State Department of Licensing data for August 2026.
Dark Matter Gallery: common questions
Where is Dark Matter Gallery located?
Dark Matter Gallery is at 4818 14th Ave NW #7, Seattle, WA 98107, in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood (King County).
How do I book a tattoo at Dark Matter Gallery?
Reach Dark Matter Gallery through the website (darkmattergallery.com) or Instagram (@thedarkmattergallery). Most Washington studios ask for a deposit to hold an appointment, and custom pieces usually need a consultation first.
Is Dark Matter Gallery licensed?
Washington requires every tattoo shop and tattoo artist to hold a Department of Licensing license (RCW 18.300). You can confirm any shop or artist with the DOL license lookup; see our Washington tattoo laws guide for how. City of Seattle, Department of Finance and Administrative Services open data lists Dark Matter Gallery as a registered City of Seattle business since 2021 (data as of October 17, 2026). That is a city business registration, not a Department of Licensing tattoo license.
What other tattoo shops are near Dark Matter Gallery?
Nearby studios include Ink Bunny Tattoo (0.2 mi), Gray Wash Tash Tattoos (0.3 mi), and Rabid Hands Tattoo (0.4 mi).
How do I ask about rates or scheduling?
Reach out to your selected artist individually. The artist will get back to you about rates, schedule, and artistic process.
Can I bring a guest to my appointment?
The studio says guests are not currently allowed and asks clients to come alone until further notice.
