In Person Tattoo Course
Embark on an enthralling journey into the world of tattoo artistry with our all-encompassing In Person Tattoo Course. Ideal for both aspiring artists and enthusiasts keen to sharpen their skills, this course delivers a comprehensive exploration of contemporary tattoo techniques.
Instructor
Gary is the founder and lead instructor of Skinart Academy, with over 23 years of experience in the tattoo, piercing, microblading, and permanent makeup (PMU) industries. He has trained hundreds of students globally, combining hands-on expertise with in-depth theoretical knowledge. Gary is passionate about empowering aspiring artists with world-class training and ongoing mentorship.
CPD Accredited Course
Skinart Trading is listed with the CPD Standards Office as provider 22634. Its recognised activities include Fundamentals of Tattooing. View the provider listing to confirm the scope of accreditation; course recognition does not replace local permission to practise.
Course recognition and registration
Learn with our BAQA-approved training. We will automatically register you with the BAQA. Your course certificate and BAQA registration are different records; neither replaces local permission to practise.
Earn your certification and start your career with confidence.
Tattoo Equipment
(Optional Equipment Add-On)
You can choose whether to include our high-quality equipment kit during checkout. The kit is yours to keep after completing your in-person training. While attending the course, we will supply all necessary consumables. If you already have your own equipment and prefer not to purchase the kit, please bring your setup with you to the training.
CHECK OUT THE WORK OF SOME OF OUR STUDENTS
TATTOO COURSE CURRICULUM
- Introduction to the Fundamentals of Tattooing
- Files and Folders Provided
- An Introduction to Tattoo Art
- Using Themes
- Different Art Styles
- The 12 Most Popular Themes
- Brief History of Tattoos (Parts 1 & 2)
- Licensing Requirements
- Town Planning
- Running a Home Business
- Health and Safety Regulations
- Contact Your Health Department
- About Licensing and Registration
- Public Health Concerns, Including Covid-19
- Designing Tattoos: Overview and Purpose
- Microsoft Image Composer Setup and Usage
- Creating and Simplifying Designs Quickly
- Assignments on Tattoo Design (1, 2, 3)
- Stencil / Trace Methods and Applications
- Rules of Placement
- Applying a Trace on Skin and Practice Materials
- Introduction to Coil and Pen Machines
- Building and Assembling Coil Machines
- Coil Build Discussion, Tips, and Cartridge Conversion
- Maintenance: Quick Tune, Test Run, and Wrapping
- Linework and Technique
- Packing Black, Black Work, Tribal and Mauri
- Soft Shading: Black and Gray Tattoos
- Color Tattoos: Traditional, Watercolor, and Realism
- Special Techniques: Script, Font, Minimalist, and Fur Tattoos
- Understanding the Human Skin and Needle Depth
- Sterilization and Cross Contamination
- Tattoo Aftercare Instructions
- Workstation Cleanup
- Photography and Social Media Skills for Tattoo Artists
- Your First Practical on a Model
- Final Words and Certification
Access
There is no rush to complete the course; you can take as long as you like.
Total Watch Hours
There are over 10 hours of quality video training for you to access.
Duration
4 Days In-person + 2 weeks Online
Certificates
Accredited Tattoo Certificate
Upon completion, you will receive a Tattoo Training Certificate, documenting completion of your tattoo training.
Accredited BBP Certificate
You will also receive an Accredited Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Certificate, ensuring you are trained in hygiene, safety, and infection control for the industry.
Licensing Process Explained
Requirements depend on where you work and the procedures you offer. Contact the relevant local authority to confirm the current registration or licensing process, premises requirements and training evidence before offering services. Course completion does not automatically authorise you to practise.
Testimonials
HOW TO GET STARTED
Getting started with our in-person tattoo training is simple and risk-free. Here’s how it works:
- Select Your Option: Choose whether to include the optional equipment kit (with or without equipment) and click Add to Basket.
- Proceed to Checkout: Complete the standard online checkout form. We recommend selecting Direct Deposit (EFT) as your payment method.
- No Immediate Payment Required: At this stage, you won’t need to make any payment. An automated PDF invoice will be emailed to you with all our company and banking information.
- Pay a $1,000 Deposit: To secure your place and begin the online preparation training, simply pay the deposit. The deposit unlocks immediate access to your online pre-course modules.
- Confirm Dates & Venue: We recommend discussing available in-person training dates and venue locations with us to ensure your preferred session is viable.
- Pay the Balance Later: The remaining balance can be paid any time before or on the first day of your in-person training. This ensures you feel safe and confident knowing you only pay the full amount once you arrive and meet us in person.
We’ve structured this process to make it easy, transparent, and secure for all our students.
In Person Training Locations
We provide in-person training in the following areas:
- Cambridge, NZ
- Auckland, NZ
- Wellington, NZ
- Christchurch, NZ
- + More Areas
Contact us to get the next available dates
If you are unable to attend in person training we do have a completely online training option also.
Online OptionCONTACT US
If you have any questions, we are more than happy to chat with you! Drop us a message, and someone from the Skinart team will respond to you personally.
We are passionate about helping people succeed in this industry and would love to answer any questions you may have about our training. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way and welcome you to join one of our courses.
We also offer a wide range of other courses, please make sure to check them out below.
Angelica Ngubane (verified owner) –
Everything finally makes sense now!
Dimitris Berg (verified owner) –
Best decision I ever made!
Santiago Chen (verified owner) –
My work is so much more professional now.
Luningning Zahra (verified owner) –
Perfect for beginners and pros alike.
Aiyana Haugland (verified owner) –
This blew my mind!
Lars Yamamoto (verified owner) –
I feel like a professional now!
Santiago Kaplan (verified owner) –
This blew my mind!
Anika Smith (verified owner) –
My tattoos are so much smoother now!
Seojun Nassar (verified owner) –
I finally know how to avoid blowouts!
Kiona Li (verified owner) –
This training helped me set up my tattoo business.
Benedicto Yamamoto (verified owner) –
Now I have the knowledge to run my own shop.
Olivia Aguilar (verified owner) –
I now feel ready to work in a real tattoo studio.
Takahiro Friedman (verified owner) –
I learned so much from Gary!
Sipho Gupta (verified owner) –
Awesome!
Kofi Garcia (verified owner) –
Garys passion is inspiring.
Nomsa Moreau (verified owner) –
So excited for what’s next after this training!
Miriam Santos (verified owner) –
This course helped me avoid common tattooing mistakes.
Bjorn Ramos (verified owner) –
Totally worth it!
Nokomis Garcia (verified owner) –
This course helped me avoid common tattooing mistakes.
Sakari Aguilar (verified owner) –
This will help me get more clients!
Michael Taylor (verified owner) –
Can’t believe how far I’ve come since starting this course.
Takoda Petrov (verified owner) –
I can finally call myself a professional tattoo artist.
Fatima Katsaros (verified owner) –
Totally exceeded my expectations.
Deepak Al-Farsi (verified owner) –
Absolutely incredible!
Ioannis Reddy (verified owner) –
My dream of becoming a tattoo artist is now a reality!
Leon Lewis (verified owner) –
Everything made so much sense!
Kiona Cohen (verified owner) –
Loved the hands-on approach!
Kofi Johnson (verified owner) –
Gary is truly a master at this!
Carlos Nassar (verified owner) –
Gary made everything so easy to understand.
Yael Adebayo (verified owner) –
This course is a must-have!
Evangelos Runningwolf (verified owner) –
This course is a must-have!
Ari Theodorakis (verified owner) –
Game-changer!
Luningning Rainwater (verified owner) –
I can finally adjust my machine properly!
Hiroshi Volkov (verified owner) –
This training helped me set up my tattoo business.
Tariro Reddy (verified owner) –
This course made it easy to set up my workstation correctly.
Soren Abdullah (verified owner) –
Loved learning shading techniques.
Charlotte Eze (verified owner) –
Can’t wait to use these skills on real clients!
Carlos King (verified owner) –
Game-changer.
Neha Schmidt (verified owner) –
This course made learning tattooing so easy.
Katerina Salim (verified owner) –
Would totally do it again!
Jin Yamamoto (verified owner) –
Gary is an incredible teacher!
Alexis Kumar (verified owner) –
Better than I ever imagined.
Tatiana Andersen (verified owner) –
I finally mastered shading techniques!
Kofi Kumar (verified owner) –
Finally doing what I love!
Jose Haddad (verified owner) –
Impressive!
Aiyana Chowdhury (verified owner) –
Life-changing experience.
Yuki Cohen (verified owner) –
Very well structured.
Yuki Christodoulou (verified owner) –
This course helped me avoid common tattooing mistakes.
Rahul Kobayashi (verified owner) –
This course made it easy to set up my workstation correctly.
Henry Zhang (verified owner) –
Gary explains things perfectly!