How do I become a tattoo artist with no experience?
Here’s how to get started.
- Learn How to Draw.
- Get an Art Education.
- Establish Basic Design Skills and Knowledge.
- Build a Portfolio.
- Work with an Established Tattoo Artist.
- Complete an Apprenticeship and Learn the Trade.
- Obtain Additional Pre-License Certification and Training.
- Get Licensed.
Can tattoo artists be self taught?
It IS possible to become a self taught tattooist. In fact, many of the top tattooists are self-taught and many old-timers started off working out for themselves the techniques involved.
How do I learn tattoo art?
The best way to learn tattoo art is to work as an apprentice in a known tattoo studio for two to three years. You are supposed to learn by observing senior artists in the studio, and are then made to work on dummies before starting work on clients.
How long does it take to learn tattooing?
between 1-3 years
A tattoo apprenticeship can last anywhere between 1-3 years. Some have been known to last even longer depending on what speed your mentor chooses to teach you at. Some apprenticeships are even paid and working apprenticeships.
How do I get a tattoo license in California?
To get your tattoo license in California, you must be over 18 and vaccinated against Hepatitis B. You also must complete a county-approved training course in bloodborne pathogens exposure control.
Can you become a tattoo artist if you can’t draw?
No, not really. A tattoo artist needs a steady hand and a good eye. Just as any other artist they need a great understanding of colour and for many tattoos a good idea of how to use perspective.
How do you get a California tattoo license?
Can I learn tattooing online?
A variety of online tattooing courses are available for people interested in the field. Beginners can also learn tattooing by pursuing a tattooing tutorial for beginners. A person can also undertake a tattoo artist training course and then open their own academy to teach tattooing to interested people.
Do you need a license to tattoo?
You must comply with minimum standards if you have a shop or a mobile operation. You must get a Health Protection Licence to operate.
Is tattooing hard to learn?
As a general rule, Tattooing IS one of the hardest skills to learn but it’s worth it. It’s an old industry that is really difficult to break into.
Is tattooing just tracing?
When a client selects the design they want tattooed, the artist will trace the image onto transfer paper (thin paper with an additional carbon sheet attached) or use a pen with stencil fluid on tracing paper.