# Tattoos by Tall Paul

> Tattoo studio in Bellingham, WA. Blue Heron Craftworks is a private tattoo studio in the Fairhaven district of Bellingham, Washington. Paul Foertsch (Tall Paul) works in black-and-grey realism, botanical, geometric, and portrait tattoos.

- Address: 1200 Harris Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225
- City: Bellingham, WA
- County: Whatcom County, Washington
- Phone: (360) 333-4395
- Website: https://www.blueheroncraftworks.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tattoosbytallpaul
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tattoosbytallpaul
- Booking: https://www.blueheroncraftworks.com/paulbooking
- Styles: Black and Grey, Realism, Geometric
- Services: tattoo, custom-design
- Listing status: listed open (data as of 2026-09-23)
- Coordinates: 48.719941, -122.501824
- Source page: https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/tattoos-by-tall-paul

## Highlights

- Consultations are scheduled with the appointment for most pieces
- A deposit is required at least 30 days before the appointment
- Jenny will reach out within 7 days after the form is submitted

## Artists at Tattoos by Tall Paul

- [Paul Foertsch](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/paul-foertsch) — Tattoo artist
- [Ruby Jones](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/ruby-jones) — Apprentice tattoo artist

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

## FAQ

**Where is Tattoos by Tall Paul located?**
Tattoos by Tall Paul is at 1200 Harris Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225 (Whatcom County).

**How do I book a tattoo at Tattoos by Tall Paul?**
Reach Tattoos by Tall Paul through online booking (blueheroncraftworks.com/paulbooking), the website (blueheroncraftworks.com), phone at (360) 333-4395, or Instagram (@tattoosbytallpaul). Most Washington studios ask for a deposit to hold an appointment, and custom pieces usually need a consultation first.

**Is Tattoos by Tall Paul 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.

**What other tattoo shops are near Tattoos by Tall Paul?**
Nearby studios include Boy Eats World Art (2.0 mi), Story Tattoo (2.1 mi), and Chameleon Ink Tattoo & Body Piercing (2.1 mi).

**Does Blue Heron Craftworks require a consultation?**
For most pieces, a consultation is needed and will be scheduled at the same time as the booking.

**What deposit is required?**
A deposit is required at least 30 days before the appointment. Half-day appointments require a $250 deposit; full-day or multiple-sitting appointments require $400.

## Nearby tattoo studios

- [Boy Eats World Art](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/boy-eats-world-art) — 1015 Railroad Ave Suite 105, Bellingham, WA 98225 · 2.0 mi
- [Story Tattoo](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/story-tattoo) — 1051 N State St, Bellingham, WA 98225 · (360) 820-0867 · https://www.storytattoo.com · 2.1 mi
- [Chameleon Ink Tattoo & Body Piercing](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/chameleon-ink-tattoo-body-piercing) — 1146 N State St, Bellingham, WA 98225 · (360) 676-7330 · https://www.bellinghamtattoo.com · 2.1 mi
- [Sanctuary](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/sanctuary) — Bellingham, WA · https://www.sanctuarybodyarts.com · 2.1 mi
- [Sabbath Tattoo](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/sabbath-tattoo) — 107 Grand Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225 · (360) 671-2228 · 2.1 mi

_Data: OpenStreetMap contributors, Overture Maps Foundation, studio websites, Seattle Tattoo editors. Updated October 18, 2026._