Tattoo Courses London

Your Journey to Becoming a Tattoo Artist Starts Here

Why Choose Us?

Our Experience

We are the longest running academ y in Europe. Learn from expereinced tattoo artists with years of industry experience. Our instructors are passionate about what they do.

Accredited Courses

Our courses are CPD accredited beneffitng from being recognised by professional bodies. You will receove a certificate at the end of the course.

Purpose Built Academy

Our Academies are designed with learning in mind, giving you the mix of a safe and approachable classroom enviroment mixed with the energy of a live tattoo studio.

Lifetime Support

We have been around for 30 years. Our students benefit from ongoing support. We offer free refresher training.

Comprehensive

Our courses cover everything from theory to the practical elements of tattooing. Which is why we are known withiin the industry for our courses, and recognised by councils and insurers.

Central London Location

Our courses are located in the heart of London. Need to book accomodation? Our confirmation emails contain local accomodation with discounts codes!

Our Courses

Here at Tattoo Courses London, we pride ourselves on providing specialised tattoo courses in London that cater to various levels of experience. Each course includes practical sessions with live models and you will be awarded a certificate upon completion. Our courses are CPD accredited and recognised by professional bodies, ensuring that your training meets industry standards. Here's what we offer:

Beginners Course

  • Comprehensive introduction covering the history, equipment, and hygiene in tattooing.

  • Practical sessions demonstrating techniques such as line work, shading, and understanding colour theory.

  • Practice on a Live Model.

Fine Line Tattoo Course

  • Focus on mastering the art of fine line tattoos, emphasising precision, detail, and clean lines.

  • Learn about needle setup, ink flow, and the importance of steady hand techniques.

  • Practice on a Live Model.

Cover-Up Course

  • Techniques for assessing existing tattoos and planning effective cover-ups, focusing on colour theory, contrast, and design integration.

  • Learn how to manipulate light, shadow, and colour to camouflage or transform previous tattoos.

What our students say

I enrolled in the Beginner Tattoo Course in London at Tattoo Courses London, and it was the best decision for my career. The courses are CPD accredited and recognized by professional bodies, which gave me the confidence to pursue tattooing professionally. After completing the course, I was taken on by a renowned studio in London where I’ve been working for the past year, honing my skills further. The training was comprehensive, from hygiene to the nuances of tattooing on live models. Thank you, Tattoo Courses London!
— Leah Smith
The Fine Line Tattooing Course London was a game-changer for me. The precision and detail taught here are unparalleled. After receiving my certificate, I decided to take the leap and opened my own tattoo studio here in London. The knowledge and techniques I learned at Tattoo Courses London were instrumental in setting up my business, and now I’m known for my fine line work. If you’re serious about tattooing, this is where you need to start.
— Tom Henderson
I was skeptical at first, but ended up blow away by the Tattoo Course at Tattoo Courses London. The course was thorough - from tattoo history to hygiene including all of the practical sessions. After receiving my certificate, I was so confident in my abilities that I opened my own tattoo shop. The practical experience with live models was invaluable; it prepared me for real-world scenarios.
— Alex K.

SERVICES

  • Be clear, be confident, and don’t overthink it.

  • Your story is what’s going to separate this one from the rest.

  • The beauty of your story is that it’s going to continue to evolve.

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Be clear, be confident, and don’t overthink it. The beauty of your story is that it’s going to continue to evolve.