Duration of the online course: 32 hours and 48 minutes
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Build real tattoo skills fast with this free online course: cleaner lines, smoother shading, better color packing, plus practical setup tips for beginners.
In this free course, learn about
Beginner tattoo workflow: lining, shading, color packing, and real-time technique overview
Stencil application essentials: prep, drying time, and stencil stuff vs speed stick pros
Handmade stencil creation methods, including the second by-hand approach
Color saturation techniques and fundamentals of mixing tattoo inks
Finding correct needle depth; why ink must be deposited in the dermis for longevity
Lining improvement drills and tools to boost line accuracy (e.g., rulers/line guides)
Tube riding vs floating needles and when each helps detail and control
Needle types and uses: mag shading, round liners vs round shaders, bugpin needle traits
Safe setup and prep: equipment checklist, machine wrapping, and clip cord sleeve purpose
Hygiene/efficiency tricks: using A&D ointment on sticks for ink cap handling
Practice surfaces: comparing fruits and identifying the best fruit for tattoo practice
Consultations: how they work and why they matter for design, expectations, and planning
Career path basics: value of the right apprenticeship and when to start tattooing clients
Techniques for dimensional effects (e.g., sunflower center) and clean, consistent line control
About the free online course
Learning to tattoo well takes more than talent. It takes repetition, control, and a clear understanding of what your tools are doing on the skin. This free online course is designed to help you move from curious beginner to confident practitioner by focusing on the fundamentals that make tattoos look clean, healed, and professional. You will work through the core techniques behind lining, shading, and color packing, while also developing the habits that reduce mistakes and improve consistency session after session.
You will explore how to set yourself up for better results before the needle even touches the skin, including preparation choices that influence stencil clarity, workflow, and precision. The course emphasizes the kind of small adjustments that create big improvements: how to approach needle depth, how to control hand speed and machine movement, and how to aim for smooth saturation without overworking the area. Along the way, you will learn practical ways to build muscle memory with daily practice, and why simple tools and exercises can dramatically tighten your line work.
Instead of guessing at what is happening beneath the surface, you will develop a clearer understanding of skin layers and why proper ink placement matters for longevity, sharpness, and overall finish. You will also see how artists think through needle selection for different tasks, helping you make smarter decisions when switching between lining, shading, and detail work. Guidance on ink handling and mixing supports more predictable color outcomes, while technique-focused demonstrations help you recognize what clean application looks like in real time.
Beyond the technical side, the course introduces the professional mindset around tattooing, including why consultations matter, how to prepare for working with real clients, and how to think about learning pathways like apprenticeships. If you want a structured way to practice, refine your fundamentals, and understand the reasons behind common tattoo methods, this course gives you a grounded starting point you can build on.
Course content
Video class: Tattooing for Beginners: How to Line, Shade and More!10m
Exercise: In the initial stages of tattooing, why is it important to give the stencil enough time to dry on the skin?
Video class: Tattooing for Beginners: How to Tattoo Color and More! Part 212m
Exercise: What is an important technique for ensuring color saturation while tattooing?
Video class: How I Mix Tattoo Ink13m
Exercise: What is the primary benefit of using A&D ointment on sticks for ink caps?
Video class: How to Tattoo: Find the Correct Needle Depth for You12m
Exercise: When performing a tattoo, why is it important to deposit the ink into the dermis layer of the skin?
Video class: Tattooing all the Fruit: What's the Best Fruit to Practice On?23m
Exercise: Which fruit was found to be the best for practicing tattooing in the video?
Video class: Tattoo Preparation.? Everything you need to tattoo12m
Exercise: What type of power supply eliminates the need for a foot pedal?
Video class: Tattoo Apprenticeship: Are They Worth It?27m
Exercise: Why is it important to seek the right tattoo apprenticeship?
Video class: How to Tattoo: Improve Your Line Work. Just 5 Min a Day.06m
Exercise: What tool helps improve line work accuracy in tattooing practice?
Video class: How to Tattoo: Riding the Tube and Floating the Needles06m
Exercise: Which technique helps achieve better detail in tattooing?
Video class: How to make a tattoo stencil anywhere : 2 ways.04m
Exercise: What is the second method discussed for creating a tattoo stencil by hand?
Video class: 7 TIPS ? FOR NEW TATTOO ARTIST05m
Exercise: Which tip is emphasized for beginner tattoo artists regarding practice?
Video class: How to apply a stencil: Stencil stuff Vs Speed Stick.09m
Exercise: What is the main advantage of using stencil stuff over a speed stick for applying stencils?
Video class: How to tattoo: Wrapping Cheyenne pen / Pen style tattoo machine03m
Exercise: What is the purpose of using a clip cord sleeve when wrapping a pen-style tattoo machine?
Video class: How Do Tattoo Consultations Work? Why Are They So Important?10m
Exercise: Why is a tattoo consultation important?
Video class: Tattoo time lapse ! with a few tips for beginners.03m
Video class: Tattoo time lapse !! Colorful Sunflower.04m
Exercise: When tattooing a sunflower, what is a common technique to create a three-dimensional effect in the center of the flower?
Video class: When to Start Tattooing Clients and Making Money15m
Exercise: What is the recommended first step before tattooing others?
Video class: How to SHADE with a MAG NEEDLE18m
Exercise: What is a distinguishing feature of bug pin needles in tattooing?
Video class: How to Tattoo: Round Liners vs Round Shaders12m
Exercise: What is one main difference between a round liner and a round shader needle when used in tattooing?
Video class: Tattooing for Beginners: Tattooing Close Up in Real Time: Lining, Shading, Color Packing and More18m
Exercise: Which aspect is crucial for achieving a clean and consistent tattoo line?
Video class: How to Make Black and Gray Wash for Tattooing: Black Ink and Distilled Water = Gray Wash08m
Video class: How to Use a Thermal Printer to Make Tattoo Stencils10m
Exercise: What is one potential issue mentioned when using a thermal fax machine to create stencils?
Video class: How to Apply Perfect Tattoo Stencil Every Time11m
Video class: How to Tattoo Fake Skin for Beginners14m
Video class: Am I a Scratcher? Plus New Tattoo Shop!11m
Exercise: What is a crucial factor for someone aiming to open their own tattoo shop according to the text?
Video class: How to wrap your CNC Q2 or any pen style tattoo machine05m
Video class: How to Tattoo: Color Packing for Beginners with Round Shader and Mag10m
Video class: How to Shade Fake Tattoo Skin for Beginners14m
Exercise: What is a challenge when tattooing on fake skin compared to real skin?
Video class: How to Set Up and Tear Down Your Tattoo Station13m
Video class: How to Tattoo Fake Skin Part 2: Start to Finish!21m
Video class: Send Me Your Skin! Fake Tattoo Skin That Is!02m
Exercise: What interactive activity is the host planning to start on the channel?
Video class: Easy Way to Mix Your Tattoo Ink Caps: Quick Tips04m
Video class: How to Clean Your Tattoo Needles Between Colors03m
Video class: How to Make Tattoo Stencil with Procreate14m
Exercise: What is an advantage of using the Procreate app to create tattoo stencils?
Video class: Switching Needles During a Tattoo02m
Video class: How to Place a Stencil on the Knee08m
Video class: Your Tattooed Fake Skin Is Here! Your Skin Ep106m
Exercise: What is a key benefit of practicing tattooing on fake skin for beginners?
Video class: How to Mix Green Soap for Tattooing02m
Video class: ?YOUR TATTOOED FAKE SKIN IS HERE!!!! ? (( YOUR SKIN Ep 2 ))?11m
Video class: ?YOUR TATTOOED FAKE SKIN IS HERE part 3 ? (( YOUR SKIN Ep 3 ))?17m
Exercise: What is a key benefit of using thicker fake skin for tattoo practice?
Video class: How to Tattoo: Soft Shading with a Mag Needle in Real Time15m
Video class: How to Lightly Shade with Mag Needles13m
Video class: Tattooing Yourself: Tips and Tricks for Tattooing26m
Exercise: What is the main challenge mentioned when tattooing one's own leg for an extended period?
Video class: Real Time Tattooing, Up Close: Motorcycle and Cross11m
Video class: Intro to How to Tattoo Realism15m
Video class: CNC Q2 Short Pen Review: New Tattoo Machine and Why I Bought It15m
Exercise: What is a key factor to consider when purchasing a new tattoo machine as a beginner?
Video class: Wireless tattoo power supply Review (from Amazon) 202008m
Video class: Tattooing the Mad Hatter (Real Time) While Telling You Everything I'm Doing26m
Video class: How to Pack Color with a Mag Needle for Beginners13m
Exercise: What is a crucial factor to consider when packing color into a tattoo to ensure good saturation?
Video class: How to Blend Colors with a Mag Needle for Beginners10m
Video class: How to Color Pack Fake Skin with a Mag for Beginners13m
Video class: How to Make a Large Stencil for Tattooing08m
Exercise: What should you do if the stencil is not completely accurate after printing due to white spaces?
Video class: Process of Tattooing an Indian and a Wolf (Close Up, with Real Time)19m
Video class: Tattoo Stencil App: How to Turn Any Image into a Stencil09m
Video class: Tattooing Lines: Having Problems Tattooing Lines (on Fake Skin)14m
Exercise: What can help reduce vibrations when tattooing fake skin?
Video class: ?Making a Tattoo Stencil with procreate? The process I go through making tattoo stencil for client.12m
Video class: Tattooing for Beginners: Stipple Shading Technique Explained (on Real Skin and Fake Skin)13m
Video class: The Tattoo Aftercare Process: How to Heal Tattoo05m
Exercise: What is a recommended practice on the first day after getting a tattoo?
Video class: ? 1 YEAR on YouTube.... What HAPPENED, how did we get here?08m
Video class: Mag Shading for Beginners: Having Problems Shading? How To: Whip Shade, Pepper Shading, and More21m
Video class: Tattooing for Beginners: How to SHADE with a 3 Round Liner11m
Exercise: What is one key reason the three round liner is often used for shading in tattoos?
Video class: ?TATTOOING HANDS ? UP CLOSE (Lining, Filling, Dot work.)11m
Video class: Tattooing All the Fake Skin: What's the Best Fake Skin to Practice On? Reel Skin, Pound of Flesh29m
Video class: The CNC Q2: After One Year of Constant Use. Is This Tattoo Machine Still Worth Buying?12m
Exercise: What is one significant advantage mentioned about the CNC Q2 tattoo machine?
Video class: ? BISHOP WAND SHADER tattoo machine review? UNBOXING, TATTOOING, and more. (what are my thoughts)?15m
Video class: Tattooing Lines (In Real Skin) Having Problems Tattooing Lines? Watch This12m
Video class: Tattoo Blowouts: Everything You Need to Know. Let's Blowout Some Lines on My Legs for Science15m
Exercise: What is a tattoo blowout?
Video class: How to Blend Colors with a Mag Needle (Part 2) Putting the Color Where It Goes08m
Video class: Tattoo Hand Shading: Whip Shading, Reverse Whip Shading, Filling and More08m
Video class: Everything You Need to Tattoo in 2021: My Suggestions on Basic Things Needed to Get Started12m
Exercise: What type of gloves are recommended for tattooing for most people due to their effectiveness against bodily fluids?
Video class: ?Testing ALL Tattoo STENCIL SOLUTIONS: What's the best to use? Testing 10 different products20m
Video class: BISHOP WAND PACKER Tattoo Machine UNBOXING, LINING, COLOR PACKING and MORE14m
Video class: Lining with 14 Round Shader. Bold Lines Made Easy. Why I Like to Line with Round Shaders.09m
Exercise: Which factor is important to consider when using a 14 round shader needle for lining?
Video class: Tattoo Needles Explained: Choose the Correct Needle for Lining, Shading, Color Packing and More24m
Video class: How to Tattoo, Lining with 9 Round Liner: Real Time Tattooing, Tips, Tricks, and Much More08m
Video class: How to Tattoo: Color Packing with 15 Mag - Real Time Tattooing, Tips, Tricks and Much More11m
Exercise: What is a helpful technique for achieving a smooth color blend when packing ink into the skin during tattooing?
Video class: Printing Stencils with the Click of a Button by Tat2skin: This is Too Cool, but is it Right for You?11m
Video class: Tattoo Course Info: Why Make a Course, What's It All About, and When Will It Be Here?10m
Video class: Shading a RAM SKULL: Drop Setup, Shading, Texturing, White Shading and More.22m
Exercise: What is the primary reason the artist decides to use distilled water in combination with the tattoo ink?
Video class: Tattooing Fruit: What is the Best Fruit to Shade? Best Fruit to Practice Tattooing?14m
Video class: Fake Skin vs Fruit: What's the Best for Tattooing?13m
Video class: Send Me Your Work via Email: Tattoo Critique New Series Coming01m
Exercise: What series is being introduced in the text for helping with tattoo improvement?
Video class: ?BIGGEST PROBLEM TATTOOING BLACK 06m
Video class: So You Want to Tattoo Portraits? Here Is My Process of Learning to Tattoo Portraits05m
Video class: ?CNC P6: Adjustable Stroke Tattoo Machine? Is it a GIMMICK what's the deal?04m
Exercise: What is one important feature of the tattoo machine discussed in the text?
Video class: Bronc V1 Wireless Tattoo Pen Machine Unboxing and Testing. Is it the one for YOU?05m
Video class: ?Having TROUBLE With Your GREY WASH ? TRY THIS ?White Wash ink VS Standard Grey Wash ink? YES or NO?04m
Video class: Want Cleaner Lines? Techniques for Long, Short09m
Exercise: What is one of the main challenges when learning to tattoo, especially in the beginning, according to the text?
Video class: iPad Apple Pencil Procreate: Make Tattoo Stencils Easy While on a Budget06m
Video class: ?I SEE THIS PROBLEM A LOT? TATTOOING UP TO THE LINE WITHOUT GOING OVER.03m
Video class: How to Pack Color with a Round Shader for Beginners and Beyond05m
Exercise: What is an important technique mentioned when packing color with a round shader in tattooing?
Video class: CNC CW2 Wireless Tattoo Machine Review and Giveaway08m
Video class: Bronc V2 Wireless Tattoo Pen Machine Unboxing, First Impressions and Giveaway08m
Video class: Tattoo Shading: Soft Shading Explained (In Detail)22m
Exercise: What is one benefit of using a larger curved mag needle for soft shading in tattooing?
Video class: Roasting My Old Tattoos: What Was I Thinking?11m
Video class: Best Fake Skin Ever - You Need to Try This: True Skin vs Everything Else - Tattooing Fake Skin09m
Video class: Lining with Grey Wash: All Shades / Fresh vs Healed05m
Exercise: What is the purpose of using a gray line in tattooing?
Video class: Tattoo Memes That Will Have You Saying Don't Be This Guy Ep#109m
Video class: Tattooing Yourself: One-Handed Tattooing, with Tips and Tricks08m
Video class: Dynamic Black vs. Dynamic Triple Black: Head to Head. Is There a Difference and If So, How Much?03m
Exercise: What is the main reason the speaker suggests trying out tattoo inks like dynamic triple black vs. standard black?
Video class: BATMAN TATTOO Lining, Color Packing and MORE Enjoy the Process17m
Video class: How to Tattoo Watercolor: Tips and Tricks to Tattooing Watercolor and More13m
Video class: BRONC R1 Wireless Power Supply After 1 Month Is It Worth Getting or Not?07m
Exercise: What is a key feature of the Bronc wireless power supply mentioned that protects the machine and power supply?
Video class: Emalla Eliot Tattoo Cartridges The BEST Needles Unboxing, Review and Tattooing07m
Video class: ?TATOO TIME LAPSE / Dice, Money, Casino, Gangster Tattoo18m
Video class: My Tattoo Process: Needles, Grey Washes, and White Highlights10m
Exercise: In the process of preparing for a tattoo, which of the following steps is essential?
Video class: ?My TATTOO process? Start to Finish? NEMO, DORI, and SQUIRT... Lets GOO18m
Video class: Lion Tattoo (on the Ribs) Tattoo Timelapse04m
Video class: Real Time Tattoo! Lion on the Ribs - Full Tattoo Process. I Explain What I'm Doing as We Go1h53m
Exercise: What is the main reason for choosing different needle sizes during a tattoo session?
Video class: ?WOLF TATTOO: BLACK AND GREY ?ON THE CALF - Time Lapses06m
Video class: ?REAL TIME TATTOO! Wolf on Calf ? Full tattoo process: Tattooing Fur and More?2h35m
Video class: The Tattoo Shop is Closing for Good14m
Exercise: What was the main reason the tattoo artist decided to move from their current location?
Video class: Tattooing with a Pen: A Game Changer for New Tattoo Artists13m
Video class: OMG.........2nd attempt to go live and chat all things tattoo1h14m
Video class: MAST PRO Tattoo Cartridges BEST or WORST Needles? Unboxing, Review and Tattooing.09m
Exercise: Which needle configuration is suggested in the text as a favorite for multiple uses, including lining and shading?
Video class: TATTOOING in 2023, live discussion: What you REALLY need and what you might need later3h16m
Video class: ?Mags, Round Liners, Round Shaders..? What size Needles and what type should you use?2h01m
Video class: ?Find Your Perfect Tattoo Light: LUME CUBE Ring Light Pro vs. Flex Light Pro18m
Exercise: What is the main advantage of using the Flex Light Pro for tattoo artists compared to other lighting options?
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Course comments: How To Tattoo
Students overwhelmingly loved the free course, describing it as informative with excellent, knowledgeable teaching. They also praised the rankings and requested more classes for tattoo artists.
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Crystal Castrellon
loved it need more tattoo artist classes
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Crystal Castrellon
I love it
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VSB
really good
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Kalyan C E
nice teaching
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Richard Pucci
hello this course was very informative and person that teach the course is very knowledgeable and definitely remember his teachings
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Niko Edwards
All I can say oks that your rankings are phenomenal
Course comments: How To Tattoo
Students overwhelmingly loved the free course, describing it as informative with excellent, knowledgeable teaching. They also praised the rankings and requested more classes for tattoo artists.
Crystal Castrellon
loved it need more tattoo artist classes
Crystal Castrellon
I love it
VSB
really good
Kalyan C E
nice teaching
Richard Pucci
hello this course was very informative and person that teach the course is very knowledgeable and definitely remember his teachings
Niko Edwards
All I can say oks that your rankings are phenomenal