Professional Tattoo Education. Built on Respect. Taught with Passion.
The Atelier — Fast-Track for Early-Career Tattooists. Refine your fundamentals. Correct bad habits. Build confidence — with 18+ years of professional guidance. Sign up with your email to get my free video: 5 Things I Wish I Knew Starting My Tattoo Career.
Limited to 5 students only.
Limited spaces
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Only 5 students accepted per course
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January 2026
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Limited spaces • Only 5 students accepted per course • January 2026 •
This is your chance to learn directly from international award-winning tattoo artist and multidisciplinary creative, Dean Gunther — in a structured, no-shortcuts course built to lay the real foundation of a respected career.
This course won’t make you a master overnight — but it will give you the strongest possible start to a lifelong career in tattooing.
You’ll learn real skills, develop discipline, and avoid years of trial-and-error.
If you’re in the early stages of your tattoo career and want to avoid the common mistakes most artists make, this masterclass is the most direct, focused, and high-value way to level up your foundations.
This program is designed for:
Beginner tattooists who are already tattooing clients.
Artists who want to fix bad habits and refine their technique.
Tattooists looking to accelerate their career and build a stronger portfolio.
Serious artists committed to growth, professionalism, and safety.
This isn’t a shortcut to success. It’s the smartest first step.
This program is not:
A “tattooist in 5 days” shortcut.
A replacement for full apprenticeships or licensing.
For complete novices who have never tattooed real skin.
What You’ll Learn
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Fundamental Technical Coaching – Master linework, shading gradients, and colour transitions.
Safe Clinical Practice – Deepen hygiene knowledge, skin health, contamination prevention, and proper machine setup.
Correcting Bad Habits – Refine consistency, control, and confidence in your work.
Practice on Fake Skin – Use structured drills to sharpen precision and test new techniques safely before applying them to clients.
Portfolio Building Guidance – Develop stronger, professional work to present to clients or studios.
Ongoing Support – Access continued mentorship and feedback even after the course.
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Over 18 years of tattooing experience across multiple styles and studios.
Proven success teaching one-to-one and group seminars for professional artists.
Backed by leading industry sponsors, respected for focusing on safety and integrity.
A course built by an artist who genuinely cares about the craft and the next generation.
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This course is perfect for artists who:
Are tattooing but feel stuck, inconsistent, or lacking confidence.
Want to develop faster instead of spending years figuring it out alone.
Value mentorship and structured learning from an experienced artist.
Are ready to take their portfolio and career to the next level.
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Creating a professional-grade portfolio
Understanding client care, communication & positioning
Social media, brand building & long-term strategy
Finding your voice as an artist — and a business
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Watch Dean tattoo a real client, start to finish
See his decisions, technique, and process up close
Ask questions in real time
Normally £1500 for the seminar — included free
What’s Included
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Everything you need to train is provided — no extra costs.
Professional tattoo machine
All needles, fake skins, inks, and setup materials
Sketchbooks and design tools
Bloodborne Pathogen & hygiene training
Course materials & portfolio content
Signed Certificate of Completion
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You will receive a Signed Certificate of Completion for the 5 Day Professional Tattoo Foundation Course
Course Details
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Glossop / Manchester Area (TBC), January 2026.
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Course price: £1,500 (normally £3,500) + free seminar valued at £2,000.
A £500 deposit secures your spot. The remaining £1,000 balance is due two weeks before the course begins. -
Class Size: 5 students per intake. January 2026.
Tattoo Artist. Painter. International Award Winner.
Originally from Cape Town, South Africa, Dean has built a global reputation as a multi-medium artist. With over 18 years of experience and multiple international awards, he brings a rare mix of technical mastery, creativity, and real-world insight to his students.
“At The Atelier, I teach tattooing the way it deserves to be taught — with respect, discipline, and passion. I’m here to give you the foundation I never had.”
“Dean’s teaching gave me the strong foundation I needed to tattoo the right way.”
“Best decision I made for my career. This course teaches real skills, not shortcuts.”
“I’d been tattooing for a while, but Dean’s course filled in the gaps no one else ever explained.”
The Atelier is about strong foundations, not shortcuts. For tattooists already on the journey, ready to refine their craft and grow with confidence.
Sign up with your email to get my free video: 5 Things I Wish I Knew Starting My Tattoo Career.
Only 5 spots available for January 2026. Register Interest.
Contact Info
10a Bennett Street,
Hyde SK14 4TQ, United Kingdom
deangun@gmail.com
+44 (0) 7375 642167
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