Beginner Course | $2000 + HST

This 2-month beginner course provides comprehensive training in foundational tattooing skills, focusing on hygiene practices, equipment handling, and core techniques. Held twice a week, the course is structured to guide you through the essential steps of becoming a tattoo artist.

Guided by experienced artists, you’ll spend 8 weeks developing your own unique style while practicing under direct mentorship from our Head Instructors.

As part of the updated curriculum, students will participate in a dedicated weekly hands-on session, where they will work on real clients under close supervision from Head Instructors. Each session is structured around one client appointment, allowing time for in-depth guidance, feedback, and proper skill development.

In addition, students are welcome to use the studio space during weekdays for self-practice, giving them the flexibility to refine techniques, build confidence, and continue progressing outside of scheduled class hours.

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  • First Needles & Lettering

    Practical Hygiene & Setup Simulation (Prepping for live skin work)

    • Sterilization and preparation for real clients (barrier films, squeeze bottles, etc.).

    • Consent form practice: How to legally protect yourself with proper consent forms and ID verification.

    • Stencil application: Applying stencils to follow body curvature and understanding drying time importance

  • First Needles & Lettering

    Symbols & Mini Tattoos (First Practical Application)

    • Target: Yourself (self-tattoo) or a friend.

    • Designs: Small symbols under 5cm (heart, star, moon, simple line drawings).

    • Key skill: Depth control—real skin requires gentler handling than rubber pads to prevent ink from spreading

  • First Needles & Lettering

    Lettering Basics (Words)

    • Practice short English word lettering.

    • Core technique: Tension (Stretching)—learning how skin tension with the non-dominant hand affects needle penetration

  • First Needles & Lettering

    Advanced Lettering (Sentences)

    • Practice longer lines of text (2+ lines).

    • Focus on consistent spacing and horizontal alignment.

    • Breath control: Using steady breathing to draw long lines without shaking

  • Line Work & Colour Assessment

    Line Work Designs

    • Practice tattoos or illustrations composed entirely of lines, without shading.

    • Learn how to inject ink cleanly without leaving needle marks (embossing).

  • Line Work & Colour Assessment

    *Retouch & Colour Assessment*

    • The highlight of the curriculum. Students will be bringing back the models from Weeks 1–4 to see how their work healed.

    • Analyze areas where ink faded (too light) or spread (blowouts).

    • Hands-on retouch practice to correct and refine previous work

  • Line Work & Colour Assessment

    Colour Points & Advanced Practice

    • Experience how colored inks (red, yellow, etc.) behave differently on skin compared to black. 

    • Practice increasing blackwork density or blending colour accents

  • Line Work & Colour Assessment

    Graduation Work

    • Complete a design approximately half the size of the palm from start to finish

    • Execute the full professional workflow. (Consultation → Stencil → Tattooing → Photography → Wrapping)

    • Demonstrate readiness as a pro-level artist.

•Benefits:

1.Class material and equipment provided.

2.Guaranteed 3-month placement after the completion.

3.Career opportunity at Tattoo People.

4.Additional practice time after class.

5.Designed for complete beginners.

6.Build connections with artists in the field.

7.Flexible schedule.

FAQ

  • a portfolio is required to assess applicants' potential, regardless of the volume or number of works. Please bring your portfolio to the in-person consultation to showcase your style and skills.

  • The beginner course is an 8-week-long course, with 16 classes in total.

  • All supplies needed for the course will be provided by Tattoo People Academy, including needles, machines, ink, fake skin, and expendables.

  • Only students approved by mentors through an interview are eligible to enroll in the course.

    Book a complimentary interview or consultation to learn details.

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  • Upon completing the course, all students are eligible for a 3-month placement at Tattoo People, where they can practice tattooing on human skin, including friends, family, or models, in a real professional setting.

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