By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Discuss the techniques and basic expected outcomes of traditional handpoke tattooing
• Outline the application of various tools of handpoking
• Analyze the application of a liner, shader, filler and magnum
• Outline the procedures for creating and converting handpoke tools
• Discuss the hygienic standards in handpoke tattooing
• Outline the proper way of setting up the workspace for an effective handpoke tattoo section
• Analyze cross-contamination, disinfection and skin adaptation to handpoke tattoos
• Outline the pre-tattoo procedures and materials that ensure a safe handpoking session
• Analyze some handpoke tattoo designs and the preparation of stencils
• Discuss preparations, hygiene standards and actual handpoking tattoo procedures on human skin
• Explain the need to research the laws and regulations governing tattoos in the country of application
• Explain the need to be responsible for the long-term effect of a tattoo and the right tattoo pricing

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Define what vectors are
• Explain three sections of CorelDRAW
• Distinguish between vectors and pixels
• Explain how to make layouts
• Identify three tools in CorelDRAW
• Describe what bitmaps are
• Explain how to create templates in CorelDRAW
• Describe knots and lines
• Explain what a vector-based application package is
• Identify three advantages of vectors
• Identify three uses of guides

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Outline the types and methods of drawing patterns
• Analyze the rudiments of vectors, dots and lines in pattern making
• Analyze various patterns and resolutions using CorelDraw
• Explain the notion, adjustments and advantages of vectors
• Outline the process of pattern construction
• Discuss the tools, commands, outlines and styles for making a pattern
• Discuss numerous manipulations on lines, strokes and colours in making adjustments to a pattern
• Outline how making few adjustments to a pattern completely changes the design
• Create hexagon patterns
• Analyze the application of grids and the tools used in the construction of hexagonal patterns
• Analyze the tips, shortcut keys and hacks for the manipulation of various patterns
• Outline the tools used for drawing, deformation, transformation and general manoeuvre of the patterns

Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to:

• Identify some of the tools needed for drawing flowers
• Explain three uses of a light board
• Define helping lines/guides
• Explain the golden rule concept in drawing
• Identify the different ways to find and form your starting point when drawing a leaf
• Explain how to import scanned photos to CorelDRAW
• Identify the primary colors
• Explain the process of cleaning up scanned photos
• Describe the procedure of preparing a flower design for vectoring
• Explain the use of brightness when making flower designs

Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

• Use the freehand and intersection toola to cut thumbnails to more presentable sizes
• Export thumbnails to JPEG
• Use pictures to create thumbnails
• Identify the right fonts to use for thumbnails
• Create separate vectors to assemble the fonts into thumbnails
• Analyze the use of pattern and texture fills and drop shadows
• Create elements in CorelDRAW
• Use the intersect tool to perfectly cut thumbnails
• Identify the appropriate layout frame for thumbnails
• Set the right format and template for thumbnails
• Outline the advantages of a vector graphic
• Distinguish between JPEGs and vector graphics

Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to:

• Explain why a tattoo artist should prioritize equipment
• Discuss why an artist should never blame his or her equipment
• Identify the most important equipment a tattoo artist needs for tattooing
• Describe why it is important for an artist to understand anatomy
• State the parts of the body you should not tattoo
• Explain the best way to find clients for big sessions
• State how long it takes a tattoo to heal
• Discuss the products that are available for tattoo aftercare

Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to:

• Explain the basics of tattooing
• List the equipment a tattoo artist needs for tattooing
• Illustrate how to set up an effective tattooing workspace
• Explain why it is necessary to know your client and build a good relationship with them
• Discuss some advanced tips for making a stencil
• Discuss why a tattoo artist should not fill the skin more than once
• State the precautions a tattoo artist must follow before tattooing a real client
• Discuss the different pricing strategies of a tattoo artist

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Identify the best methods to design abstract tattoo designs
• List the two main sources of reference pictures
• Explain basic design ideas to make your paintings better
• Explain the concept of abstract art
• Convert an outline into a vector
• Summarize how intersection helps us understand the process and program
• Summarize the tips and hacks described to design your tattoo art
• Define fully digital images
• Arrange any motif into an abstract sketch

Upon completion of this course, you should be able to: 

• Explain the basics of optimising the tattoo machine
• Describe how the analogue power supply can be used for tattooing
• Identify the important parts of tattooing and how the tattooing machine can be used
• Discuss the power supply voltage that is adequate for the tattooing machine
• List the features of coils and actions to be taken when coils are gotten
• Relate how coils can be levelled to meet required measurements
• Identify how to make the perfect setting for the spring
• Explain how the silver screw and letter feathers can be optimized
• List the benefits of working with the contact screw in tattoo machine building
• Explain how the tattoo machine building process can be finalized
• Identify how the icon springs and specific numbers can be utilized

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Explain how to work effectively with clients
• Discuss how to set the layout design on various body parts
• Highlight the best approach to stencil placement
• Outline the factors a tattooist should consider while dealing with clients’ physical discomfort
• Indicate the essential steps taken by tattoo artists as they prepare a big tattoo session
• Explain the significance of body movement when tattooing large designs
• List the basic steps for making stencils
• Explain how to transfer large stencils onto different parts of the body
• Recall how to set the patterns for a sleeve tattoo correctly
• List the markers required to draw a freehand tattoo
• Describe the techniques for sketching, drawing and detailing a large tattoo
• Compare stencils and the paintbrush technique
• Discuss the process and products involved in a complete stencil removal

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Compare professional and cheap tattoo equipment
• Describe the parts of a tattoo machine and explain how they work
• Identify the various types of needles and inks used for tattooing
• Discuss proper hygiene practices that protect the tattoo artist and client from potential health risks
• Recall the basic techniques of tattooing, including linework, filling and shading
• Recognize the different types of shading techniques used to add dimension and texture to a tattoo design

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Analyze the different types of needles and inks used in abstract tattooing
• Distinguish between a rotary tattoo machine and a traditional coil tattoo machine
• Evaluate the importance of cleaning and aftercare in maintaining tattoo hygiene
• Identify the various pieces of tattoo equipment used for abstract tattooing
• Outline proper tattoo hygienic techniques that ensure the health and safety of both artist and client
• Explain how to design an abstract tattoo

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Explain how to successfully perform dotwork tattooing
• Describe the different pieces of equipment required to start tattooing
• Discuss the various needles and inks used to apply tattoos
• Recall the proper hygiene management used to keep your workstation clean during and after tattoos
• Outline customer service practices you can use to work well with clients
• Explain the ideas behind tattoo placement
• Discuss how to create a tattoo stencils
• Compare body art outlines and filling

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Define ‘blackwork tattooing’
• Identify various techniques used to create blackwork tattoos, including outlining, filling and shading
• Analyse and evaluate various styles used to create blackwork tattoos
• Recall how to apply knowledge of skin types, color and design principles to create stunning blackwork tattoos
• Recognize proper safety procedures used to ensure a hygienic tattooing environment
• Explain how to communicate effectively with clients and manage client expectations during the blackwork tattoo process
• Identify common health problems that can arise during the tattooing process, such as bleeding, or infection
• Discuss how to provide clients with appropriate aftercare instructions to prevent tattoo-related health problems