Looking to step into the tattoo industry, master essential techniques and learn trade secrets from an award-winning professional? Aloha Tattoo Studio in Gloucester offers an exclusive 1:1 individual tattoo course for beginners, designed to give you hands-on experience, practical knowledge and full guidance every step of the way.
Your training at Aloha Tattoo Studio is led by a multi-award-winning tattoo artist with years of industry experience and accolades from major tattoo conventions.
You will get 100% dedicated 1:1 mentorship, tailored to your learning pace, ensuring you master both the technical fundamentals and the professional studio practices needed to start your career.
A look at the studio, the station you’ll be working at and what two days with Tommy look like.
what you’ll learn
Course curriculum
Ten modules covering everything from UK hygiene law to your first clean lines on synthetic skin.
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Health & Safety, UK Law & Hygiene
Local council licensing requirements in the UK, Public Liability Insurance, sterilisation standards, clean/dirty zone principles and medical waste disposal.
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Documentation & Client Consent Forms
Legal procedures and preparing consent paperwork. Learn what must be included: age verification, health screening and contraindications, intoxication statements, data protection and photo rights, risk acknowledgement and aftercare guidance.
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Workstation Setup & Cross-Contamination Control
Step-by-step station setup, hygienic wrapping of machines, cables, power supplies and armrests, plus proper breakdown and chemical disinfection after the session.
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Lighting & Essential Studio Gear
Choosing the right lighting setup (ring lights, LED panels, colour temperature to reduce eye fatigue), plus a walkthrough of essential accessories that improve artist and client comfort.
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Tattoo Styles & Core Techniques
Styles overview: characteristics of popular styles (Fine Line, Microrealism, Traditional / Old School, Realism, Dotwork, Blackwork, Watercolour), needle selection and ink choices for each. Techniques: hands-on training in lining (blowout-free linework), solid packing (saturated black and colour), whip shading, pepper shading, dotwork and grey wash blending for smooth tonal gradations.
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Equipment & Materials
Rotary vs. coil machines, voltage and stroke settings, needle and cartridge selection (RL, RS, Magnum), inks and shading solutions (grey wash).
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Design & Stencil Application
Client consultation, placement and anatomy, printing stencils, skin prep and stencil application / transfer techniques.
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Practice on Synthetic Skin
Machine grip, ergonomics and hands-on practice on high-grade fake skin, applying linework, shading and colour packing techniques.
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Tattoo Photography
How to properly light, frame and shoot fresh tattoos to build a professional portfolio for social media.
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Aftercare
Post-tattoo procedures, applying protective film (traditional film vs. Second Skin) and giving clear aftercare instructions to clients.
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What is included in the course?
Everything you need to learn is provided. Just bring your curiosity and a sketchbook.
1:1 Individual MentorshipDedicated training with an award-winning artist, tailored entirely to your skill level.
Full 2 Days of Intensive TrainingHigh-level theory balanced with maximum practical work.
Course MaterialsPrinted study manual plus client consent form templates to use in your future work.
All Equipment & Supplies ProvidedNeedles, inks, stencils and synthetic skin during training.
Catering & RefreshmentsFull lunch plus hot and cold drinks on both days.
Personalised Certificate of CompletionProof of your training, signed by Tommy.
Lifetime Mentoring & SupportOngoing professional guidance and feedback on your work with no time limit.
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Pricing & payment options
Two ways to join. Both include the full two days, all supplies, lunch, your certificate and lifetime mentoring.
Please note: deposits are non-refundable. The remaining balance is payable on the first day of the course.
Flexible payment plan: pay in instalments with Klarna.
optional add-on
Day 3: live model practical
+ £300
Upgrade your course with a third day dedicated entirely to tattooing a live model under professional supervision. Build confidence on real skin and capture your first live tattoo photo for your portfolio.
