Professional Tattoo Training Course

Course Structure & Duration

• Timeline: 4 to 6 weeks with flexible timing (typically 3-4 hours daily).
• Format: Studio-floor training alongside live operations for industry exposure.
• Batch Size: Small groups (3-5 students) to ensure direct observation.

Student Starter Kit (Take-Home)

• Machine: 1 Basic Rotary or Coil machine suitable for learning mechanics.
• Power: Standard power supply unit with foot pedal and clip cord.
• Supplies: Set of 4-6 basic inks (primary colors + lining black), box of 20 mixed needles, and 5-8 artificial practice skins.

Core Curriculum

• Fundamentals: Drawing, tracing, and manual/thermal stencil making.
• Technical: Machine assembly, voltage tuning, and needle depth adjustment.
• Application: Clean lining techniques for text/geometric art and basic whip shading.
• Safety: Station setup, cross-contamination prevention, and hygiene protocols.

Practical Experience

• Drilling: Extensive practice on rubber pads to stabilize hand movement.
• Live Access: Observation of senior artists performing live procedures.
• Final Assessment: One supervised tattoo assignment on a human volunteer.

Course Structure & Duration

• Timeline: 3 Months of intensive training.
• Format: Mentorship model featuring direct guidance on complex artistic pieces.
• Certification: Awarded Master Diploma upon completion.

Professional Hardware Kit (Take-Home)

• Machine: Professional Pen-Style Rotary Machine for smoother shading and ergonomics.
• Power: Digital display power unit for precise voltage control.
• Pro Supplies: Grey wash ink set for portraits, full color ink set, 50 cartridge needles, and high-quality silicone practice sheets.

Advanced Curriculum

• Realism: Portrait mastery including eye detailing, hair textures, and skin tone matching.
• Technical Arts: 3D effects, geometric designs, and light/shadow logic.
• Correction: Cover-up techniques involving color theory and heavy packing to mask old ink.
• Digital: Using software to edit references and create stencils for complex curvatures.

Business & Studio Management

• Sales: Client consultation tactics and conversion strategies.
• Operations: Pricing structures (per inch vs per piece) and studio workflow.
• Marketing: Portfolio building, photography angles, and social media presentation.

Real-World Application

• Live Training: Execution of complex designs on human skin under supervision.
• Internship: Potential opportunity to assist at the studio branch for client-facing experience.