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Introduction to Tattooing

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Overview

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Discover the world of tattooing and learn how to start creating unique floral designs
  • Introduction
  • About Tattooing
  • Design Preparation and Setting Up
  • Tattoo Techniques
  • Next Steps
  • Final project
The world of tattooing is as rich and diverse as the people who choose to decorate their bodies with them. If you’ve always been curious about learning how to tattoo, then you’re in the right place. Illustrator and tattoo artist Ella Rose is passionate about developing the perfect design for her clients and tattooing them with attention and poise. Through tattoo design, she’s found a way to express her love for illustrating flowers, leaves, and animals alongside the colorful tattoo community.

In this course, Ella guides you through the fascinating culture and history of tattooing before teaching you how to design tattoos of your own and transfer your illustrations onto fruit. Are you ready to discover a new way to apply your artwork?

Syllabus

  • About Me
  • Influences
  • Where Do Tattoos Come From?
  • How Are Tattoos Made?
  • Equipment
  • Other Supplies
  • Design
  • Stencilling
  • Setting Up
  • Introduction to Tattooing 1
  • Introduction to Tattooing 2
  • Lining
  • Shading and Details
  • Cleaning Up
  • Client Care
  • Apprenticeships
  • Introduction to Tattooing

Taught by

Ella Rose

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