# The Nova Expansion

> Tattoo studio in Queen Anne, Seattle. The Nova Expansion is a tattoo studio in Seattle's Queen Anne neighborhood at 511 2nd Ave W. Listed styles: fine line, American traditional, neo-traditional, and Japanese (Irezumi).

- Address: 511 2nd Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119
- Neighborhood: Queen Anne, Seattle
- County: King County, Washington
- Phone: (206) 487-6024
- Website: https://thenovaexpansion.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenovaexpansion
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenovaexpansion
- Booking: https://www.thenovaexpansion.com/contact
- Hours: the studio's website lists conflicting hours; check with the studio
- Published prices: Shop minimum $150 (source: https://www.thenovaexpansion.com/)
- Styles: Fine Line, American Traditional, Neo-Traditional, Japanese (Irezumi), Blackwork, Black and Grey, Realism, Watercolor, Dotwork, Illustrative
- Services: tattoo, walk-ins
- Listing status: listed open (data as of 2026-09-23)
- Coordinates: 47.623633, -122.35952
- Source page: https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/the-nova-expansion

## Highlights

- Free consultations are available
- Tattoo appointments require a deposit
- The stated minimum budget is $150

## Artists at The Nova Expansion

- [Alora Sherbert](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/alora-sherbert) — Tattoo artist · Dotwork, Illustrative · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macabre_markings
- [Ezzy Juarez](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/ezzy-juarez) — Tattoo artist · Fine Line, Neo-Traditional, Japanese (Irezumi), Black and Grey, Realism, Illustrative, Color · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ezzy.arttt
- [Gunnor Faulk](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/gunnor-faulk) — Tattoo artist · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gunnortattoo
- [Heather Kim](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/heather-kim) — Tattoo artist · Black and Grey, Illustrative · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hktattooss
- [Justin Coppolino](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/justin-coppolino) — Tattoo artist · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justintattoo
- [Linn](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/linn-the-nova-expansion) — Tattoo artist · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninelives.tat
- [Mallory Bragg](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/mallory-bragg) — Tattoo artist · Fine Line, American Traditional, Neo-Traditional, Blackwork, Black and Grey, Dotwork, Color · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mallotron
- [Michael Adelstein](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/michael-adelstein) — Tattoo artist · Realism, Watercolor · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael_adventures
- [Codie Christel](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/codie-christel) — Apprentice tattoo artist · American Traditional, Neo-Traditional, Japanese (Irezumi), Black and Grey, Dotwork, Color · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codietattoo

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

## Guest artists

- [Kyle Devries](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/kyle-devries) — Guest tattoo artist · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyledevriesink

## FAQ

**Where is The Nova Expansion located?**
The Nova Expansion is at 511 2nd Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119, in Seattle's Queen Anne neighborhood (King County).

**What are The Nova Expansion's hours?**
The hours on The Nova Expansion's website don't agree with each other, so we don't list them. Check the studio's website or call before you go.

**How do I book a tattoo at The Nova Expansion?**
Reach The Nova Expansion through online booking (thenovaexpansion.com/contact), the website (thenovaexpansion.com), phone at (206) 487-6024, or Instagram (@thenovaexpansion). Most Washington studios ask for a deposit to hold an appointment, and custom pieces usually need a consultation first.

**How much does a tattoo cost at The Nova Expansion?**
The Nova Expansion's website lists: Shop minimum $150. The final price depends on size, placement, detail and session time, so ask for a quote.

**Is The Nova Expansion 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 The Nova Expansion?**
Nearby studios include Nightshade (0.2 mi), Electric Vision Tattoo (0.2 mi), and Off-Gray Studio (0.3 mi).

## Nearby tattoo studios

- [Nightshade](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/nightshade) — 615 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109 · (206) 556-4968 · https://www.nightshadeseattle.com · 0.2 mi
- [Electric Vision Tattoo](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/electric-vision-tattoo) — 17 W Thomas St, Seattle, WA 98119 · 0.2 mi
- [Off-Gray Studio](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/off-gray-studio) — 114 W Denny Way, Seattle, WA 98119 · https://www.off-graystudio.com · 0.3 mi
- [Studio Nimbus](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/studio-nimbus) — 3131 Western Ave Suite 416, Seattle, WA 98121 · (206) 209-2112 · https://www.n-i-m-b-u-s.com · 0.4 mi
- [Dark Horse Tattoo](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/dark-horse-tattoo) — 159 Denny Way Suite 104, Seattle, WA 98109 · (206) 972-8287 · https://www.darkhorsetattooing.com · 0.5 mi

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