Tattoo & Art School Vancouver
Tattoo Foundations
Group Course
A comprehensive group course in tattoo art for those looking to master the profession: from developing your own style and creating a flash book to practicing tattooing skills and gaining a business perspective on client interactions.
Course Content
Week 1
â–ŽEtiquette in the tattoo studio environment. Ensuring safety practices and protocols.
â–ŽUnderstanding tattooing materials and equipment.
â–ŽExploring various tattoo styles and techniques.
â–ŽTechniques for assembling and organizing a tattoo workstation.
â–ŽConducting effective client consultations.
â–ŽProper client positioning and comfort on the tattoo bed. Optimizing lighting conditions for precision tattooing.
â–ŽTechniques for working with tattoo sketches and design concepts.
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Week 2
â–ŽNetworking and learning from industry professionals: insights from established.
â–ŽHands-on experience with art materials: mastery of pencils, felt-tip pens, and other tools.
â–ŽExploring advanced techniques in design: from line work to shading.
â–ŽAdvanced sketching techniques: bringing depth and detail to tattoo designs.
â–ŽFlash book development: creating compelling flash book and designs.
â–ŽCharacter development in tattoo artistry: crafting unique and memorable designs.
â–ŽLeveraging social media for tattoo artists: building your brand and engaging with clients.
â–ŽUnderstanding body anatomy for effective tattoo placement: enhancing design flow and composition.
â–ŽRapid sketching techniques for conceptualizing and refining tattoo ideas.
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Week 3
â–ŽPractice and techniques with demo skin: hands-on experience in tattooing on synthetic skin surfaces and working with stencils.
â–ŽFlash design exploration and development: Analyzing, adapting, and creating flash designs for tattooing.
â–ŽMastering tattoo cover-up techniques: Strategies for transforming existing tattoos.
â–ŽExploring color tattooing: Techniques, color theory, and application methods.
â–ŽBranding strategies for tattoo artists: building your personal brand and marketing your services.
â–ŽSales skills for tattoo artists: Understanding client needs and promoting your work effectively.
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Week 4
â–ŽPersonal branding on social media presentation.
â–ŽFlash book and character presentation: showcasing your flash designs and character art.
â–ŽClient interaction and communication: building trust and understanding client expectations.
â–ŽHands-on tattooing experience: guided sessions with clients to apply tattoos on real skin. Transition to tattooing on real skin: practical application of skills learned on demo skin to actual clients.
â–ŽPost-tattoo care and follow-up: educating clients on proper aftercare practices for their new tattoos.
â–ŽHOMEWORK
Practice
Hands-on experience in tattooing
on both synthetic and real skin
Tattoo equipment
Guns and all materials for exercises are provided to learn with
Environment
Classes take place in a tattoo studio, capturing its daily atmosphere
Get an exclusive opportunity to work in our collaborative tattoo studio as a freelance artist upon successful completion of the course
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Tattoo Foundations Group Course
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