The Nova Expansion Tattoo

My friend booked a session with Carlos for her and I to get matching tattoos, and he did a fantastic job! Queer affirming, asked trauma-informed questions, and overall exuded a gentle/kind/caring energy! Was a great communicator with my friend, and combined our references into something more beautiful than we could have imagined. Very meticulous/detail oriented, and would definitely get more tattoos from him in the future!

Honestly the best tattoo shop I have ever seen in not just the area but in the state. There are quite a few artists but every single one of them are extremely good. I've been working with Lee whose so detailed and absolutely clean and actually cares how you are doing through the entire thing. If you have a specific style this shop has someone. Absolutely come here these guys are the best of the best.

Mallory was fantastic! Her fine line work is really impressive, and her neo-traditional artwork is equally awesome!!!

I had a tattoo done by Justin. Amazing work!

Lee's work continues to amaze me. Nova Expansion is a new shop for me, but it's absolutely wonderful!

Justin Coppolino is just an all around extraordinary tattoo artist. He has an unparalleled drive and passion for life in general and he puts his whole self into everything he does. I suspect he is a bit of a perfectionist and you can be sure that perfection comes through in his work. If you are lucky enough to book an appointment with him, you will have the privilege of being forever adorned with a superlative piece of art, and you will become living artwork. Even more impressive than Justin's technical ability, is his gift for really seeing the bigger picture . It almost seems like he is able to reach into people's hearts and bring to the surface what would otherwise be unseen. If you have a concept, or a feeling, or sometimes even a song, and you convey it to Justin, he is able to bring it into existence . This method of deciding on a tattoo is definitely what I would recommend if you're wanting something perfectly done and exclusively tailored to your own body and spirit. I DO NOT RECOMMEND BRINGING JUSTIN A GENERIC PINTEREST IDEA haha, He'd probably just refuse to do it, but if anything I have ever seen puts that guy in a bad mood - it's someone insisting on a played out glorified rubber stamp of a tattoo. Really, you'd be doing a disservice to yourself by passing up the opportunity to have Justin design your tattoo. His line work is immaculate, he has a gift for placing tattoos perfectly so that they enhance the uniqueness of each individual body, his ink placement is such that you can expect your tattoo to look as beautiful as possible for as long as is humanly possible...he checks all the boxes. My work is around four years old I think, and people still ask if my tattoos are brand new...and that's with a bunch of leg hair clouding my tattoos (I stopped shaving most the time because I have tattoo pants pretty much). I have to warn you that strangers will begin bombarding you with compliments while you're trying to grocery shop... EVERY DAY. It's not s

Amazing! Experienced and friendly staff, comfortable studio space and tons of art. Not outrageous expensive either, I will definitely be coming back.

Did an amazing job. Super happy with what I got

My husband and I were in Seattle for a long weekend, and we walked by Nova Expansion a few times from our hotel and I noticed the window said "walk ins welcome" so I stopped in on a Saturday around 11am to see if there were any way to book something before we left. I spoke to a very nice woman who took my info and said they'd contact me with an opening. Lord Kelly texted me right away, saying he could book me that afternoon and asked about details for my tattoo. I had a specific lotus style that I've wanted for years and texted him the picture. He asked very thoughtful questions about what I wanted and then had it all ready and sketched out when I arrived. He was incredibly professional and thorough, and his attention to detail was amazing. We laughed and chatted and it made it very pleasant. The rate was beyond reasonable and he had it done in an efficient time. I am so very happy with my ink work, and my husband and I can't wait to get back there to do another.

About a week ago I got my first ever tattoo and I have nothing bad to say about my experience. Lord, the tattoo artist, made me feel comfortable and executed what I had envisioned perfectly. He did a great job in a timely manner and would recommend him completely.

I got a tattoo from Lord Kelly and I am so happy with it! He had such a professional attitude and worked with me to get the piece placed just right. He worked quickly and efficiently to give me an amazing piece of art. I highly recommend going to see him for your next tattoo.

Lord has done 2 amazing tattoos for me at Nova Epansion. His creativity matched the vision I was having for both of the tattoos. He's very friendly and creates a great environment. I've recommended him to a few of my friends. I love supporting a local shop and hope these folks are around for a long time.

While visiting Seattle for a long weekend from Alaska, got the tattoo I’ve been hoping to get for a few years. A friend booked the time with Lord ahead of our visit and we sent our ideas for him to see. We showed up on our appointment day, worked with him to finalize the designs and away we went! Lord was great to work with and cares about you getting exactly what you want. So happy with how it turned out!!

Got my tattoo done by Lord (@lordscustomink). Super chill and friendly. A week later tattoo's still looking clean. Will definitely go back.

Lord Kelly did a sick job! Very clean and quick. Can't wait for my next appointment!

I have been dreaming of a tattoo that shows all the places I have lived. Like my own personal, nomad passport. I noticed Nova Expansion walking through Queen Anne one day and found them on Indra. Getting and appointment and meeting with Lord was amazing. He took my “elementary” idea and made it beautiful and everything and more I could hope for. We did 5 sessions, and all 5 sessions Lord made me feel super comfortable. The studio is super clean, and everyone is incredibly friendly. They are like one big family. This is the biggest and most detailed tattoo I have on my body. He made it worth wild. We vibed off each other with ideas. He really showed is creative side, and knowledge for the tattoo. which I love! I couldn’t have asked for a better artist and I can’t wait for my next pieces! Lord, I gotta say thanks for the naps! Haha! I highly recommend Nova Expansion and go say hi to Lord!

Worked with Lord Kelly on a chest piece for me and my son. It was a design that had a lot of meaning to me and my family. Took about 10 hours to create and it turned out better than I imagined it myself. I gave him the idea I wanted and I let him run with it. Will definitely be back for the next piece. Lord is very talented and passionate, recommend 100%.

Lord did an amazing job creating the perfect tattoos for me & my sis! He made the entire process fun and comfortable, and the studio is pretty rad. I would recommend Lord 10/10!

Lord created an amazing memorial piece for me, from concept to design to tattoo. I love my beautiful new art piece.

Lord Kelly made my sisters and I’s experience great. It was my second and her first and with both of us he talked through nerves and made conversation to help make an easy and great experience, this is my second time going there and will definitely be going back for more!