Drawing & composition
Study anatomy, portrait drawing, shading and composition to develop designs that work as tattoos.
Diploma in Tattoo Art
Six months of drawing, tattoo practice and individual feedback in Indore.
Learn design, machine control, hygiene and client consultation, alongside the practical work of building a portfolio and running a tattoo business.
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What you’ll learn
Drawing & equipment
Digital design
Use Procreate and Photoshop to develop custom artwork, prepare stencils and present designs to clients.
Tattoo techniques
Practise fine line, dotwork, colour realism, black and grey, and neo-traditional techniques with feedback on your control and consistency.
Machines & needles
Learn machine setup, tuning, needle configurations, voltage control and equipment maintenance.
Guided practice
Hygiene & infection prevention
Study sterilisation, protective barriers, cross-contamination prevention and skin safety as part of your practical training.
Supervised tattoo practice
Observe mentors working with clients, develop control on synthetic skin, then progress to supervised tattooing when your mentor considers you ready.
Mentor feedback
Receive daily corrections, weekly portfolio reviews and monthly career discussions. Founder Ashwin Solanki has 16 years of experience.
Working as an artist
Photographing your work
Learn tattoo photography, studio lighting, editing and short video production so clients can see your work clearly.
Building a portfolio
Develop a portfolio of 15+ tattoo works, with guidance on photography, editing and selecting pieces for studio or freelance enquiries.
Client consultation
Practise design discussions, pricing, conversations about discomfort and aftercare, with clear expectations before a session.
Running a tattoo business
Study pricing, marketing and studio setup, including Kingleo’s “1 to 10” approach to referrals and client relationships.
Communication
Practise explaining design choices, discussing budgets and responding to client questions clearly and respectfully.
Course certification
Train in an EBVTR-authorised studio, with course certification and practical assessment. Certificate requirements depend on the course you choose.
Graduate support
Continue discussing designs, technique and career decisions with the mentor team after completing the course.
Your questions.
Can I join as a beginner?
Yes. The six-month diploma starts with drawing and design fundamentals before moving into equipment, tattoo practice and portfolio work.
How does practical training progress?
You observe client sessions and practise on synthetic skin before progressing to supervised tattooing when your mentor considers you ready.
Does the diploma cover business skills?
Yes. Pricing, client consultation, communication, marketing, studio setup and presenting a portfolio are included alongside tattoo techniques.
What support continues after the course?
Graduate support covers design feedback, client communication and career questions through continued mentor contact.
