About TattooTraining101
Put together by professional tattoo artists who want to see you succeed — this is the course we wish existed when we were starting out.
Our Story
TattooTraining101 was put together by professional tattoo artists who want to see you succeed. After years in the industry, we saw too many talented people struggle — not because they lacked skill, but because no one showed them the full picture.
Traditional apprenticeships teach you technique, but they rarely cover the business side: how to price your work, market yourself, manage clients, or build a brand that lasts. We created this course to fill that gap.
Everything in this course comes from real-world experience — from artists who've built careers, opened studios, and learned the hard way so you don't have to. We're not just selling a course — we're building a community of artists who support each other.
Whether you're just getting started or you've been tattooing for years and want to level up your business game, we're here for you. That's why every enrollment comes with lifetime mentorship — because your success matters to us long after you finish the last module.
Every Part of a Tattoo Career — Covered
This isn't a surface-level overview. Our 26 modules go deep into the actual craft of tattooing — from the science of how ink interacts with different skin types, to the mechanics of lining, shading, color packing, and blending. We break down every technique with detailed explanations, step-by-step workflows, and real-world case studies so you understand not just what to do, but why it works.
You'll learn machine mechanics, needle configurations, voltage settings, proper skin stretching for every body area, stencil application, color theory, and how to handle everything from fine-line work to bold traditional pieces. Each module builds on the last — the way a real apprenticeship should work.
But we don't stop at technique. A successful tattoo career means knowing how to run consultations, price your work, manage difficult clients, market yourself on social media, set up a studio, and build a brand that keeps clients coming back. Most training covers one side or the other. We cover the entire journey — from picking up a machine for the first time to running a thriving business.
The Problem with Most Tattoo Training
Most tattoo education falls into one of two camps: either it's scattered YouTube videos with no structure, or it's overpriced seminars that only cover technique and leave you clueless about running a business. We wrote about this problem in depth in our guide on how to become a tattoo artist.
Talented artists fail every day — not because they can't tattoo, but because nobody taught them how to price their work, market themselves, protect their brand, or build a sustainable business. The industry is full of incredible artists who are broke, burned out, or both — despite the fact that tattoo artists can earn six figures.
TattooTraining101 was built to fix that.
What Makes This Course Different
Technique + Business
20 modules on mastering the craft. 5 dedicated modules on building a profitable business. Most courses give you one or the other — we give you both.
Structured Progression
7 phases that build on each other logically. No jumping around, no guessing what to learn next. Just a clear path from foundations to mastery.
Real Business Skills
LLC formation, pricing strategies, brand protection, Instagram marketing, SEO, and building referral networks. The stuff that actually makes you money.
Built by Practitioners
This course was put together by professional tattoo artists and studio owners who want to see you succeed. Real experience, real advice — from people who do this every day.
Who This Course Is For
Complete Beginners
You're drawn to tattooing and want to learn the right way from the start. No bad habits to unlearn.
Apprentices
You're learning in a shop but want structured education to supplement your hands-on training.
Self-Taught Artists
You've been tattooing but know there are gaps in your knowledge — especially around safety and business.
Experienced Artists Ready to Level Up
Your technique is solid but your business game isn't. You want to stop trading time for money and start building something sustainable.
By the Numbers
26
Modules
Self
Paced
7
Phases
1
Complete Course
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Have Questions? We'd Love to Hear from You
Whether you're wondering if this course is right for you, have questions about the curriculum, or just want to chat about getting started in tattooing — don't hesitate to reach out. We love hearing from aspiring artists and we're happy to help however we can.
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