A Letter Before You Begin
For years, people have asked me why I never opened a mentorship program.
The truth is, I never felt ready.
Teaching someone who dreams of becoming a tattoo artist is a huge responsibility, and I never wanted to take that lightly.
Over the years, I’ve only taught a few people who naturally became part of my life.
I simply wanted them to experience, even for a little while, the love I have for tattooing.
Because to me, tattooing has never been just a job.
I love tattooing because I love art.
Art is my love language, and tattooing is simply one of the ways I choose to express that love.
When a tattoo becomes part of someone’s body, it becomes part of how they express themselves to the world.
The tattoos we wear quietly become part of who we are.
That’s why I put so much love into every tattoo I create.
And somehow, that love always finds its way back to me.
I’ve been able to give so much love through tattooing, and in return, I’ve received just as much.
That’s why I love what I do.
Life hasn’t always been easy.
There have been painful seasons, moments of doubt, and moments when I felt lost.
But even during those times, tattooing continued to heal me.
Every day, I meet people carrying memories, grief, hope, excitement, and love.
They trust me with those feelings, and together we turn them into something they’ll carry for the rest of their lives.
I believe that’s the true purpose of tattooing.
Not simply to decorate someone’s body,
but to hold something words cannot.
That’s why I finally decided to create this mentorship.
I don’t want to simply teach people how to tattoo.
I want to invite you into the world of tattooing that I’ve truly fallen in love with.
Maybe you’ll begin this journey with only a little curiosity.
But I hope that, by the end, you’ll understand why I’ve devoted my life to this craft.
And maybe…
you’ll fall in love with it too.
VIGÉE
What You’ll Learn From Me
Everything you’ll learn in this mentorship comes from nearly a decade of working as a professional tattoo artist—not only creating tattoos, but studying how they heal, how they age, and why some tattoos continue to look beautiful years later while others don’t.
More importantly, this mentorship is built around the things I believe cannot be learned from social media alone.
Body Flow & Placement
Tattooing isn’t just about placing a design where it fits.
Over the past nine years, I’ve developed a deep understanding of how tattoos interact with the natural curves and movement of the body.
I’ll teach you how to recommend placements that feel intentional—designs that become part of the body rather than simply sitting on top of it.
Stencil Mastery
A beautiful tattoo begins long before the machine ever touches the skin.
Stencil preparation is one of the most overlooked skills in tattooing, yet it influences everything that follows.
I’ll teach you the process I rely on every day to create clean, balanced, and confident tattoos.
Floral Expertise
Flowers are one of the most common tattoo subjects in our industry.
Yet very few artists can confidently create floral work across multiple styles.
Whether it’s delicate fine line, bold blackwork, painterly color, or expressive compositions, floral design has become one of my greatest specialties.
Color That Lives Beyond the Appointment
Color isn’t simply about choosing beautiful pigments.
Working on clients with a wide range of skin tones has taught me how different colors behave beneath different complexions.
You’ll learn how to create tattoos that remain vibrant—not only on the day they’re finished, but years after they’ve healed.
Longevity
One of the greatest advantages of tattooing for nearly a decade is having the opportunity to watch your own work age.
I’ve spent years studying healed tattoos and refining techniques that improve clarity, durability, and long-term beauty.
Longevity isn’t an accident.
It’s something you intentionally build into every tattoo.
Texture & Modern Impressionism
Perhaps the most personal part of my work is the style I’ve spent years developing.
Modern Impressionism.
I use a wide range of needle configurations—from micro realism to painterly techniques—to capture something beyond physical appearance.
Texture / Atmosphere / Temperature / Movement /Emotion
Rather than simply recreating an object, I want people to feel it.
Program Structure
Location
training takes place in Suwanee, Georgia.
Small Group Mentorship
To provide every student with personalized guidance, each mentorship accepts a maximum of two students.
1 Foundation Course /2 Months (Once a week, 4 hours per session, 32 hours total)
The first two months focus on mastering the technical foundation of fine line tattooing.
The goal is to develop the precision, consistency, and confidence needed to create clean, stable linework and perform professional-quality tattoos.
What You’ll Learn
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Hygiene & professional safety
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Machine setup and operation
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Perfect linework
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Fine line tattoo techniques
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Multiple lettering styles
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Hand tattoos
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How to improve fine line longevity
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Client preparation
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Complete tattoo workflow
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Common mistakes & troubleshooting
Hands-on Practice
At the end of the course, you’ll complete three lettering tattoos on live models.
2 Artistic Development Course /1 Month (16 hours)
This course is designed for artists who have already begun their professional tattoo career, or for students continuing from the Foundation Course.
Here, the focus shifts from technical execution to artistic development.
You’ll begin building your own visual identity while learning how to transform original ideas into finished tattoos.
What You’ll Learn
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Finding your artistic style
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Turning artwork into tattoo-ready designs
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Advanced Procreate workflow
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Light & shadow
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Texture
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Color theory
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Floral design
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Multiple needle configurations
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Executing your own original tattoos
Hands-on Practice
At the end of the course, you’ll bring your own original design to life by tattooing it on a live model.
3 Artistic Intensive Course /1–2 Days (Day Class)
The Artistic Intensive is a personalized 1–2 day course designed for tattoo artists of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced professionals.
Ideal for artists looking to refine their techniques, elevate their work, or travel for a focused learning experience.
Each session is tailored to your individual goals, with an emphasis on practical skills, artistic growth, and professional development.
What You’ll Learn
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Intensive Skill Development
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Fine Line Mastery
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Personalized Business Consulting
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Style & Design Refinement
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Advanced Equipment Recommendations
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Advanced Color Techniques
Observe Every Appointment
Throughout your mentorship, you’ll have access to my appointment schedule.
You’re welcome to observe any session you’d like.
You’ll learn by watching real client interactions, including:
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Client consultations
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Design revisions
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Stencil preparation
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Complete tattoo sessions
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How to confidently guide clients with professional recommendations
Ask questions at any point and experience the complete workflow of a professional tattoo artist.
Materials Included
Everything you need is provided except for your tattoo machine and Needles.
Included:
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Ink
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Disposable supplies
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Practice materials
If you don’t yet own a machine, I’ll personally help you choose the best option based on your goals and budget—from beginner-friendly machines to professional equipment.
Tuition
Foundation Course (2 Months)
$3,000
Artistic Development Course (1 Month)
$2,000
Artistic Intensive Course (Up to 6 hours per day)
$1,500
Students may enroll in the Artistic Development Course independently if they have already launched their career as a tattoo artist and are looking to elevate their skills.
*Payment by credit card is available with a 3.5% processing fee.
Payment plans are also available. Tuition may be split into two installments for the 2-month course.
Future Opportunity
Students who complete the mentorship may have the opportunity to continue working alongside me.
This is not a guaranteed position, but rather a mutual decision based on growth, professionalism, and whether our goals align.