Japanese Floral Back PieceChrysanthemum Japanese Full SleeveHannya Mask Japanese ShoulderJapanese Floral Full SleeveDragon Head Japanese ForearmChrysanthemum Japanese Upper ArmPeacock Chest and ShoulderHannya Mask Japanese Thigh

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What to include in your first message

What the artist needs from you

  1. Your idea in one line + 2–3 reference images more →
  2. Placement and rough size in centimetres more →
  3. Colour or black & grey more →
  4. Your budget range more →
  5. Dates you’re free; OK with more than one session? more →
  6. Cover-up? Add a clear photo of the old tattoo more →

What to ask them

  • Deposit — how much, does it come off the price, what if I reschedule? more →
  • When will I see the design, and can I ask for changes? more →
  • How long is the wait for an appointment? more →
  • Is a touch-up included? more →

Known for Slave to the Needle Ballard: Deposit: $50 for most pieces, $100 for pieces over two hours; non-refundable · Touch-up: not listed · Design: not listed · Wait: not listed. Policies differ between studios — call +1 206-789-2618 to confirm.

Levi Polzin specializes in traditional Japanese irezumi at the Ballard location — large-scale bodysuits, sleeves, and back pieces built around dragons, cranes, hannya masks, and florals.

Speaks: 🇬🇧 English

Specializes in: 🌊 Japanese (12)ⓘBased on recurring characteristics across tattoos in this profile. These are portfolio-derived insights, not self-reported specialties.

Top subject groups: 🌿 Nature & Plants (4)🐾 Animals (3)🔱 Symbols & Objects (2)🐉 Mythology & Folklore (2)ⓘBased on the subjects tagged across tattoos in this profile.


Estimated hourly rate: $200/hour

Estimated Price Range

✅ Verified Sep 2026 — from slavetotheneedle.com
Small & Simple Small symbols, lettering, or simple line work — roughly 2–10 cm, about 1 hour
$150–250
Medium (Typical tattoo) More detailed custom design with shading — roughly 10–20 cm, about 2–3 hours
$300–550
Large & Complex Larger, highly detailed piece — roughly 20–30 cm, about 4–8 hours, 1–2 sessions
$700–1500
Very Large / Sleeve Half sleeve, back piece, large-scale work — 30+ cm, roughly 10–25+ hours, 3+ sessions
$1600–3600+

These are estimated ranges — for an exact quote, message us on Instagram or call +1 206-789-2618.

About Levi Polzin

What styles does Levi Polzin specialize in?
Levi Polzin specializes in Japanese.
How many tattoos has Levi Polzin done?
Levi Polzin has 12 tattoos in their portfolio on TatSeek, tagged by style, subject and placement.
How do I book with Levi Polzin?
Levi Polzin works through Slave to the Needle Ballard — message us on Instagram to book.
What does Levi Polzin charge?
Levi Polzin follows Slave to the Needle Ballard’s studio price range — see the Estimated Price Range above for tiers by size. This is confirmed by the studio.
Where does Levi Polzin work?
Levi Polzin works at Slave to the Needle Ballard, 508 NW 65th Street. View on Google Maps →
Can I see healed work by Levi Polzin?
None of Levi Polzin’s photos on TatSeek are marked as healed yet. Ask for healed photos when you message — fresh photos always look crisper than the tattoo will once it settles. How to judge a portfolio →
What should I send Levi Polzin in my first message?
Your idea in a line and 2–3 reference images, the placement and rough size in centimetres, colour or black & grey, your budget range and the dates you’re free. For a cover-up, add a clear photo of the old tattoo. First-message guide →

All Tattoos From Levi Polzin (12)

black & grey japanese (irezumi) tattoo of flower on the back
Japanese Floral Back Piece →
colorful japanese (irezumi) tattoo of flower on the full sleeve
Chrysanthemum Japanese Full Sleeve →
black & grey japanese (irezumi) tattoo of mask on the shoulder
Hannya Mask Japanese Shoulder →
colorful japanese (irezumi) tattoo of flower on the full sleeve
Japanese Floral Full Sleeve →
black & grey japanese (irezumi) tattoo of dragon on the forearm
Dragon Head Japanese Forearm →
colorful japanese (irezumi) tattoo of flower on the upper arm
Chrysanthemum Japanese Upper Arm →
black with color accents japanese (irezumi) tattoo of bird on the chest
Peacock Chest and Shoulder →
colorful japanese (irezumi) tattoo of mask on the thigh
Hannya Mask Japanese Thigh →
black & grey japanese (irezumi) tattoo of pattern & ornament on the thigh
Japanese Full Leg Irezumi →
black with color accents japanese (irezumi) tattoo of bird on the chest
Crane Chest and Shoulder →
black & grey japanese (irezumi) tattoo of dragon on the full sleeve
Dragon and Wave Full Sleeve and Shoulder →
black with color accents japanese (irezumi) tattoo of bird on the back
Crane Bodysuit Back and Legs →

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