# Dark Matter Gallery

> Tattoo studio in Ballard, Seattle. 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.

- Address: 4818 14th Ave NW #7, Seattle, WA 98107
- Neighborhood: Ballard, Seattle
- County: King County, Washington
- Website: https://www.darkmattergallery.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedarkmattergallery
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedarkmattergallery
- Services: tattoo
- City of Seattle registered business since 2021 (account 0008776950794505; source: data.seattle.gov; as of 2026-10-17). A city business registration, not a WA DOL tattoo license.
- Listing status: listed open (data as of 2026-09-23)
- Coordinates: 47.664251, -122.373246
- Source page: https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/dark-matter-gallery

## Highlights

- 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

- [Dustin Burt](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/dustin-burt) — Tattoo artist
- [Kel Delaney](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/kel-delaney) — Tattoo artist
- [Nick Guevara](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/nick-guevara) — Tattoo artist · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickg_tattoo

_From the studio's own website. Professional information only._

## FAQ

**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.

## Nearby tattoo studios

- [Ink Bunny Tattoo](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/ink-bunny-tattoo) — 1417 NW 54th St Unit 305, Seattle, WA 98107 · (360) 339-8333 · 0.2 mi
- [Gray Wash Tash Tattoos](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/gray-wash-tash-tattoos) — 1417 NW 54th St, Seattle, WA 98107 · (206) 395-5647 · https://graywashtashtattoo.com · 0.3 mi
- [Rabid Hands Tattoo](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/rabid-hands-tattoo) — 4775 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107 · (206) 618-1447 · https://rabidhands.com · 0.4 mi
- [Electric Kitten Tattoo](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/electric-kitten-tattoo) — 5309 22nd Ave NW #E, Seattle, WA 98107 · (971) 910-6661 · https://www.electrickittentattoo.com · 0.6 mi
- [Anchor Tattoo](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/anchor-tattoo) — 5451 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107 · (206) 784-4051 · https://www.anchortattoo.com · 0.7 mi

_Data: OpenStreetMap contributors, Overture Maps Foundation, studio websites, City of Seattle, Department of Finance and Administrative Services, Seattle Tattoo editors. Updated October 18, 2026._