Tattoo Course Benoni 100-Hour Professional Training
Our tattoo course benoni is a structured, 100-hour, small-group program that teaches hygiene, machine setup, linework, shading and colour packing. You’ll progress from synthetic skin to supervised live clients with feedback at every step.
Why choose our tattoo course Benoni
Totem Ink’s 100-hour tattoo course Benoni is limited to four students per intake so you get focused coaching, real shop workflow, and honest portfolio guidance. You’ll learn safe setup, stencil prep, steady lining, smooth black-and-grey shading and solid colour packing, plus client consults and aftercare.
Who this is for
- Aspiring tattoo artists in Benoni/East Rand who want structured, professional training.
- Artists moving from drawing to skin and needing hygiene, setup and technique confidence.
- Anyone serious about building a portfolio that can earn a studio seat.
What you’ll learn
Fundamentals & Safety
- Workspace setup, sterilisation and cross-contamination control.
- Skin anatomy, ink behaviour, needle groupings and aftercare.
Core Techniques
- Linework (straights, curves, whip/pendulum), smooth black & grey shading, solid colour packing.
- Stencil prep/transfer, adapting designs to body flow and placement.
Machine Mastery
- Coil vs rotary basics, stroke/voltage selection, troubleshooting and maintenance.
Portfolio & Business
- Documenting work, pricing basics, client consults, ethics and shop readiness.
Schedule & format
The course runs over 100 hours with 3 lessons per week. You’ll cycle through theory, synthetic skin practice and supervised live model sessions once hygiene and technique pass our checklist.
Class size & requirements
- Max 4 students per intake for focused coaching.
- Basic drawing ability and a small art portfolio (PDF or Instagram link).
- Your own machine and basic supplies (we’ll send a kit list). Notebook & pen required.
Pricing & what’s included
- 100 hours of instruction with feedback and supervised practice.
- Hygiene checklists, technique drills and portfolio guidance.
- Optional starter kit available on request.
Course fee: R24 000 • Payment plans available. Message us for details.
Our tattoo course benoni includes small-group coaching, supervised client work and flexible payment options.
How to apply
Message us on WhatsApp or use the booking form. We’ll review your portfolio and confir/book-a-tattoo/m intake dates.
Apply for the next intake of our tattoo course benoni via WhatsApp or the booking form.
Student work
Meet your instructor
Carl Norton — realism & fine-line specialist. Read more on our About page.
FAQs
How long is the course and how often are classes?
100 hours total, usually 3 lessons per week, mixing theory, synthetic skin practice and supervised live models.
Do I need experience or a portfolio?
Basic drawing ability helps. Send a small art portfolio (PDF/Instagram) with your application.
Will I tattoo real clients?
Yes—under supervision once hygiene and technique standards are met.
What equipment do I need?
Your own machine and basic supplies; we’ll provide a recommended kit list. Optional starter kit available.
What does the course cost and what’s included?
Tuition covers 100 hours, supervised practice, feedback and portfolio guidance. Message us for the current ZAR price and payment plan options.
How do I enrol?
WhatsApp us at +27 79 012 4088 or use the booking form.
From This Class
What’s included
- 100 hours of training with structured drills and supervised practice sessions.
- Hygiene & sterilisation checklists you can use in any studio.
- Machine setup: coil vs rotary, stroke/voltage selection and troubleshooting.
- Technique labs: crisp lining, smooth shading, solid colour packing.
- Live model work once checklist standards are met.
- Portfolio reviews and next-steps plan for studio readiness.
Ready to start? Join the next tattoo course benoni intake—message us on WhatsApp to secure your seat.