Nicholas Beuthien

With over 23 years of tattooing experience, I began my career in 2003—back when most tattoos came straight off the walls or out of flash books in your local tattoo shop. In those days, you had to be ready for anything. Tribal with bold, solid black fills. Fine script and large block lettering. Soft black and grey roses and portraits. Traditional and New School with strong lines and saturated color. Japanese work that blended bold linework, color, and smooth grey backgrounds.

Tattooing flash for many years built the foundation of my career. It sharpened my technical skills, strengthened my confidence, and taught me how to work with all skin types and styles. Most importantly, it gave me a deep understanding of what makes a tattoo not only look good on day one—but hold up for a lifetime.

Today, my work leans toward a realistic and illustrative approach, grounded in strong fundamentals. I focus on clean, intentional linework—from bold, dark outlines to delicate, fine details—paired with smooth shading and rich, solid color when the design calls for it. While I have a style I love, I consider myself a well-rounded tattooer who enjoys adapting to each project and bringing a client’s unique vision to life.

I grew up in Montana and started tattooing here before moving to Seattle to immerse myself in its thriving tattoo culture. Over my first decade, I worked in a variety of shops, gaining the experience and versatility needed to take on everything from walk-ins to large-scale custom work.

In 2013, I opened Union Tattoo in Lynnwood, Washington. After several years splitting time between Seattle and Montana, I closed Union (2013–2018) and returned to Montana full-time. In 2020, I opened Union 2.0—a studio that became a truly special chapter in my career, lasting from October 2020 to December 2025. It was a space filled with creativity, connection, and incredible clients.

After closing my studio, I felt the pull to return to a collaborative shop environment—to be surrounded by other creative artists and back in the energy of a busy tattoo floor. I’m now proudly working at 5th Street Ink, where I continue to take on both walk-ins and large custom projects.

I look forward to bringing your artistic vision to life—creating work that’s built to last and made to be worn with pride.