THE COMPLETE ONLINE TATTOO COURSE
Thinking About Learning to Tattoo? Start Here.
Learn the foundations properly from the beginning. Cholo guides you through technique, design, studio standards, working with clients and what it really takes to build a professional tattoo career.
12 core modules + 2 real client sessions
Lessons based on client bookings & studio systems.
Learn the mindset and workflow of a professional tattoo artist.
“I learned more in this course than I did in months of trying to piece everything together myself. It gave me the clear direction I needed to finally move forward.” — Portia, Academy Student
Learn Inside The Academy
Designed to feel like you're training alongside Cholo, The Academy combines structured video lessons, practical resources and real-world tattoo systems into one place.
Whether you're watching from home or revisiting a lesson between appointments, every module is available inside your personal learning dashboard.
Structured learning across 12 core modules and 2 bonus modules
Watch lessons anytime, at your own pace
Small class sizes ensuring hands-on learning, focused support, and real-time guidance
FREE $98 eBOOK INCLUDED
Stop Guessing. Start Learning Properly.
IMMEDIATE ACCESS
Get immediate access to 12 structured modules covering fine line technique, common beginner mistakes, design and placement, studio standards and the complete client journey.
You’ll also watch Cholo work through two real client sessions, explaining his decisions from consultation and design through to the finished tattoo.
ONE-TIME PAYMENT
Pay $998 once and learn online at your own pace. Revisit the lessons and use the included eBook, checklists and professional resources as you progress.
$998 AUD
One-Time Payment
12 Core Training Modules
2 Bonus Modules - Real client sessions
FREE Academy eBook - valued at $98
Professional Artist Checklist
Tattoo Appointment Workflow
Studio Readiness Checklist
REAL STUDENTS, REAL RESULTS
“The Academy Course is like having Cholo in your pocket. The experience and industry insight he's earned as a respected tattoo artist, distilled into lessons you can revisit anytime.”
For more than a decade, Cholo has built one of Australia's leading fine line tattoo studios. Every lesson inside The Academy is based on the same systems, standards and techniques used to train artists and deliver thousands of client appointments.
350 SQM
Custom built studio
2,000+
Monthly bookings
370k+
Instagram followers
20+
Artists mentored
What You’ll Learn
Yes. Whether you've never picked up a tattoo machine or you're looking to strengthen your fundamentals, The Academy is designed to help you build confidence through structured, professional training.
eBook – Learn the core principles and professional standards behind fine line tattooing. Online Course – A complete step-by-step training system covering consultations, design, technique, placement and more. Membership – Ongoing coaching, portfolio reviews, live Q&As and support from Cholo and The Academy community.
No. The Academy is suitable for beginners, aspiring tattoo artists and self-taught artists wanting to improve their skills and understanding of professional tattooing.
The Academy isn't built on theory. Every lesson is based on the exact systems, standards and techniques used every day inside Fine Line Tattoos®—one of Australia's leading fine line tattoo studios.
Yes. Alongside technical skills, you'll learn consultations, design principles, stencil placement, client communication, studio standards, professionalism and the mindset required to build a long-term career as a tattoo artist.
Yes. Membership includes access to our private community, where you can ask questions, receive feedback, join live coaching sessions and continue learning alongside other artists.
Cholo has built Fine Line Tattoos® into one of Australia's most recognised fine line tattoo studios, mentoring over 20 artists and developing the systems and standards used to complete more than 2,000 client bookings every month. Every lesson inside The Academy is built from real studio experience—not theory.