Intentional Ink Fineline Foundations Tattoo Course

A soulful, hands-on introduction to fineline tattooing.

This two-weekend immersive course is designed to guide you through the foundational techniques, tools, and practices of fineline tattooing — with a focus on intention, mindfulness, and the energetic exchange between artist and client.

You’ll learn both the technical and soulful sides of tattooing: from sanitation and stencil prep to designing with flow, holding grounded space, and starting your own tattoo practice.

Course Format:

📍 Held at Golden Days Studio, Buffalo, NY

🗓 Saturday & Sunday | 11am–4pm

🗓 Next session: August 2–3 & August 9-10

Intimate setting, limited spaces available.

What You’ll Learn:

Weekend One: Foundations

• Tattoo history, tools, and safety

• Skin anatomy, hygiene + studio setup

• Design considerations + stencil prep

• The art of mindful tattooing + client care

Weekend Two: Practice

• Guided hands-on practice (fake skin)

• Tattoo techniques, machine handling, etc.

• Legalities, studio workflow, pricing, branding, business tips

• Shadow demo + preparation for taking your first client

What’s Included:

✔️ 2 weekends of in-person instruction

✔️ 1:1 shadow & mentorship session with Kristen

✔️ 1 supported practice session at the studio (tattoo on self, friend, or family member)

✔️ Certificate of completion

✔️ Ongoing support & community connection

Tuition:

💸 $1,950

✨ Early-bird: $1,500 (if enrolled by July 6, 2025)

💳 AfterPay available. For other payment plan options, email: kristen@intentional-ink.com