--- title: "Professional Tattoo Training & Hands-on Tattoo Artist Course - mytribe" description: "Want to learn tattooing from the best? Join our professional tattoo training in Mumbai. Get hands-on practice in a real studio and master the skills to become a pro tattoo artist. Enquire about our tattoo art classes today!" canonical: https://mytribe.in/tattoogurustudio/professional-tattoo-training last_updated: 2026-02-09 --- # Professional Tattoo Training in Mumbai By [Tattoo Guru](https://mytribe.in/tattoogurustudio) · I teach you tattooing in my Dadar studio with real clients, covering both art skills and how to run a tattoo business, not just classroom theory. ## Locations Studio in Dadar West, Mumbai ### Visit at - Studio at Dadar West, Mumbai (close to Shivaji Park, Worli Sea Face, Lower Parel, Dadar TT Circle, Century Bazaar, Elphinstone Road) ## Pricing guide (estimates) These are indicative prices based on provider's past work. Enquire now to find out final quote. ### Fundamentals & Hobby Course 4-week part-time program covering machine setup, hygiene protocols, and basic techniques on artificial skin using studio equipment. Typically ₹35-45K Per Course (estimate) #### Program Structure * **Duration:** 1 Month (approx. 4 weeks). * **Schedule:** Part-time access, 3 days a week for 2-3 hours per session. * **Format:** Hands-on practical sessions strictly on practice pads (artificial skin). #### Core Curriculum * **Equipment Setup:** Introduction to Rotary and Coil machines, voltage settings, and needle depth. * **Hygiene Standards:** Medical-grade station setup, sterilization theory, and sharps disposal protocols. * **Technique:** Stencil making, lining (crisp linework), solid filling, and basic whip shading. #### Materials Provided * **Classroom Access:** Use of studio-grade machines and power supplies during sessions (no purchase required). * **Consumables:** Practice skins, stencil paper, and inks provided for use in the studio. * **Outcome:** Certificate of Completion from Tattoo Guru Studio. ### Professional Apprenticeship & Diploma 3-6 month career-focused training including a take-home tattoo kit, realism specialization, business management, and supervised live skin practice. Typically ₹85K-1.3L Per Course (estimate) #### Mentorship Structure * **Duration:** Flexible 3 to 6 months based on learning speed. * **Supervision:** Direct training under Senior Artists and Tattoo Guru. * **Studio Exposure:** Observation of live celebrity and high-profile client sessions to understand workflow. #### Advanced Specialization * **Art Styles:** Mastery of Photo-Realism (Portraits), Religious/Mythological art (Calligraphy, God figures), and Grey Wash techniques. * **Technical Skills:** Advanced color packing, blending, cover-up strategies, and freehand drawing. * **Live Practice:** 2-5 tattoos performed on volunteer models under strict supervision (after passing fake skin tests). #### Business Module * **Management:** Studio operations, client inquiries, and legal consent forms. * **Sales:** Pricing estimation, negotiation tactics, and upselling details. * **Marketing:** Portfolio building and photography basics for social media. #### Hardware & Certification * **Take-Home Kit:** Includes 1 Rotary Machine, Digital Power Supply, Foot Pedal, Clip Cord, Cartridge Needles, and Ink Set. * **Supplies:** Unlimited high-quality synthetic skins for practice. * **Credential:** Professional Tattoo Artist Diploma. ## About Professional Tattoo Training ### Why Train With Me I’ve been tattooing in Dadar for 15 years, and I don’t sugarcoat things. Main seedha bolta hoon (I speak straight). You’ll learn in my actual studio, not in some classroom. I’ll show you both the art and the business side, because tattooing isn’t just about drawing - it’s about running a studio, dealing with clients, and building your name. ### What You’ll Actually Learn - Basics first: hygiene, stenciling, machine setup - bina yeh, kuch nahi hota (without this, nothing works). - Realistic portrait tattoo workshop: faces, celebs, ya kisi ka bhi photo (anyone’s photo). - Spiritual, tribal, minimalist, and script tattoos - I’ve done them all, and I’ll teach you how. - Tattoo cover-up techniques: fixing old tattoos is a must-have skill. - You’ll get hands-on tattoo training, not just theory. ### Studio Vibe You’ll train in my Dadar West studio, right where I work. You’ll use pro equipment, see real clients, and get a feel for how a tattoo studio actually runs. No fake setups. ### What I Expect Tattooing is tough. Haath dukh jayenge (your hands will hurt), but if you’re serious, I’ll give you everything I know. Bas, mehnat karni padegi (you’ll have to work hard). If you’re ready, I’m with you. ## Highlights Browse through Tattoo Guru's best work. ### [Featured](https://mytribe.in/tattoogurustudio/professional-tattoo-training/featured) - [Video: This video shows the complete process for a detailed Lord Shiva tattoo on a forearm. You can see how I build the design from the initial line work and stenciling to the final shading and highlights, creating a powerful and dynamic piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8c74eff0-cd51-45c7-9560-a1f93328564b) - ![Creating a realistic portrait tattoo requires precision. Here, you can see the final tattoo on the client's chest placed next to the original reference photograph, showing how I accurately capture the likeness and emotion of the subject.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d4260f84-25fa-4c69-94ca-fc41554730b0) - [Video: This video showcases a large, complex back tattoo combining a depiction of Lord Shiva with a geometric mandala. This is the kind of large-scale, multi-session project you will learn to plan and execute.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e784b3e6-2e50-4caf-a170-b49544e9e56e) - ![Celebrity portraits are a popular request. This is a portrait tattoo of Salman Khan, where the focus is on capturing iconic features and expressions that are instantly recognizable.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f861b0ba-a1af-445f-8565-d5cf780e2ab1) - ![This is what my training is all about: hands-on experience. Here, a student is practicing her line work, tattooing a small snake design on a client under my supervision in a real studio setting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4951aca8-91bc-43e7-9501-56e24abafa48) - [Video: This video shows a typical session in my studio. I am tattooing a minimalist lotus design on a client's ankle, and you can see her happy reaction at the end. You will learn to work with diverse clients and tattoo styles.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0d018a1a-4b1c-45ee-bb00-20599dd7f304) ### [Realistic Portrait Tattoos](https://mytribe.in/tattoogurustudio/professional-tattoo-training/realistic-portrait-tattoos) - ![The ultimate test of a portrait tattoo is comparing it to the source. This image shows the finished piece next to the reference photo, demonstrating the accuracy in shading and detail needed for a true-to-life portrait.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d4260f84-25fa-4c69-94ca-fc41554730b0) - [Video: This video shows the process of creating a memorial portrait tattoo featuring a client's parents on their forearm. You'll learn how to combine multiple subjects into a single, cohesive design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1bf097b1-2549-40f1-ad8d-31d22de9057b) - ![In my course, we cover celebrity portraits, which require capturing well-known features. This tattoo of Salman Khan is an example of the kind of pop culture portraiture you will learn to master.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f861b0ba-a1af-445f-8565-d5cf780e2ab1) ### [Spiritual & Mythological Designs](https://mytribe.in/tattoogurustudio/professional-tattoo-training/spiritual-mythological-designs) - [Video: This video details the creation of a Mahadev tattoo from start to finish. It highlights the fine line work for the initial sketch and the soft shading techniques used to give the final piece depth and dimension.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8c74eff0-cd51-45c7-9560-a1f93328564b) - [Video: This video shows the stencil and the final wrapped version of a full back tattoo. The design integrates a meditating Shiva figure with a large mandala, demonstrating how to combine different spiritual elements into a large-scale piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e784b3e6-2e50-4caf-a170-b49544e9e56e) ### [Hands-On Studio Training](https://mytribe.in/tattoogurustudio/professional-tattoo-training/hands-on-studio-training) - ![You learn by doing. This image shows a student getting practical experience, carefully tattooing a client in my studio. This is the core of my teaching method.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4951aca8-91bc-43e7-9501-56e24abafa48) - [Video: This video gives you a glimpse into a real client session at my studio. You'll see me working on a small ankle tattoo, the equipment I use, and the positive interaction with the client.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0d018a1a-4b1c-45ee-bb00-20599dd7f304) - ![A happy client is the goal of every tattoo artist. This photo shows a client from overseas, smiling while getting her tattoo, which is the kind of professional and comfortable environment I maintain.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/203973a1-fb17-49a0-bd59-7b69d5b2c2e0) - ![My studio is a place for learning and community. Here is a group of my students and clients together after a session, showing the supportive atmosphere you will be a part of.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/24e8ef26-ea28-4059-b5c6-ce23d8b100f6) ## Meet your expert [Tattoo Guru](https://mytribe.in/tattoogurustudio) ### My story Hello ji, main Tattoo Guru. Bas ek simple banda hoon, kaam aur family mera sab kuch hai. 15 saal se Dadar west mein studio chala raha hoon. Mera art, meri jaan. Disha, meri wife, meri wifi, charger, sab kuch hai - dono milke tattoos banate hain. Abhi humare ghar Ganpati bappa aaye, matlab ek chota beta hua hai, family mein pehla pota. Zindagi ne bahut test liya, par art aur family ne sambhala. Om Namah Shivay. ### My work - **All Tattoo & Piercing Services**: Permanent tattoos, body piercings, tattoo removal, aur tattoo classes bhi milenge yahan. - **15+ Years, Dadar Studio**: Dadar west mein studio, pura experience hai industry ka. Naam suna hoga. - **Bollywood & TV Tattoos**: Celebrity tattoo artist Mumbai - Parineeti, Disha Patani, TV shows, sab ke liye kaam kiya hai. - **Realistic Portrait Tattoos**: Meri specialty - realistic portrait tattoos. Loved ones ya Shiva-Krishna ka tattoo, bilkul perfect detail. ## More services from Tattoo Guru - [Professional Body Piercing](https://mytribe.in/tattoogurustudio/professional-body-piercing) · ₹700-2,500 per piercing (estimate) - [Laser Tattoo Removal](https://mytribe.in/tattoogurustudio/laser-tattoo-removal) · ₹1,200-7,000 per session (estimate) - [Custom Tattoo Artistry](https://mytribe.in/tattoogurustudio/custom-tattoo-artistry) · ₹1,800-3,000 per square inch (estimate) ## Experts similar to Tattoo Guru on mytribe - [Professional Tattoo Training Course by Pramod Tattoo Studio](https://mytribe.in/pramodtattoostudio/professional-tattoo-training-course) · ₹30-60K per course (estimate) · pramodtattoostudio - [Tattoo Academy by Sam Tattoo & Piercing](https://mytribe.in/samtattooindia/tattoo-academy) · ₹40K-1.3L per course (estimate) · Academy of Sam Tattoo - [Mehndi Training & Certification by Kapil Mehndi Art](https://mytribe.in/kapilmehndiart/mehndi-training-certification) · ₹4-15K per student per full course (estimate) · Kapil Mehandi Art - [Professional Training & Workshops by Mumbai Tattoo Studio](https://mytribe.in/mumbaitattoostudio/professional-training-workshops) · ₹2-25K per person per workshop (estimate) · Mumbai Tattoo & Piercing Studio - [Mehendi Training by Mehendi Art Gallery](https://mytribe.in/mehendiartgallery/mehendi-training) · ₹2-18K per course (estimate) · Mumbai Metropolitan Area - [Mehndi Training Courses by Arun Mehndi Art & Classes](https://mytribe.in/arun_mehndi_art_and_classes/mehndi-training-courses) · ₹12-25K per student per course (estimate) · Arun Mehndi Art & Classes / Best Mehandi Class in Mumbai - [Henna Art Classes by Saniya Javed Khan](https://mytribe.in/henna_artist_mumbai/henna-art-classes) · ₹700-2,500 per session (estimate) · Mumbai Metropolitan Area - [Henna Art Classes by Karishma's Art](https://mytribe.in/karishma_mehndi_art/henna-art-classes) · ₹500-2,500 per session (estimate) · Matunga East - [Mehendi Classes & Workshops by Mehendi by Samiksha](https://mytribe.in/mehendi_artist_samiksha/mehendi-classes-workshops) · ₹3-15K per person per course (estimate) · Vakola - [Mehndi Art Classes by Arun Mehndi Art](https://mytribe.in/arunmehandiartist/mehndi-art-classes) · ₹3-15K per course (estimate) · Arun mehandi art - [Henna Classes by Sana Khan](https://mytribe.in/henna_by_sanakhan/henna-classes) · ₹1,000-4,000 per session (estimate) · Kharghar - [Mehendi Classes & Workshops by Aaliya Afreen](https://mytribe.in/mehendiby_aaliyaafreen/mehendi-classes-workshops) · ₹8-18K per student (3-month course) (estimate) · Bhendi Bazaar ## Book To book Tattoo Guru, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I'm%20looking%20for%20Professional%20Tattoo%20Training%20by%20Tattoo%20Guru.)