HANDPOKE TATTOOING 101: two-part class + certification

Learn the art of hand poke tattooing with resident artist @sigi1mak3r! 2 classes, all materials + BBP certification included. 12/5 | 12/12

✦ HAND POKE TATTOOING 101 ✦
a two-part DIY tattoo workshop with asylum resident artist @sigi1mak3r ♡

ever wanted to learn how to tattoo? come learn the art of hand poking with us!! ♡

join our resident tattoo artist lin (@sigi1mak3r) for a two-part, hands-on introduction to hand poke tattooing! we'll be covering the fundamentals of tattoo technique, equipment, hygiene, and safe practices, from your very first practice pokes to learning about creating a small tattoo on yourself. ⋆｡°✩

no prior tattooing experience necessary! this workshop is for aspiring tattoo artists, curious beginners, and anyone interested in learning more about the craft of tattooing.

✦ PART ONE: THE FUNDAMENTALS ✦

♡ an introduction to hand poke tattooing, tools + techniques
♡ understanding needles, ink, depth + placement
♡ proper setup, sanitation + safe handling of equipment
♡ practicing linework, control + technique on fruit
♡ preparing for your first hand poked tattoo

✦ PART TWO: PUTTING IT INTO PRACTICE ✦

♡ preparing a clean, safe tattooing station
♡ reviewing bloodborne pathogen safety + sterile technique
♡ designing + placing a small, beginner-friendly tattoo
♡ instructor-guided practical instruction, with self-tattooing subject to applicable licensing and safety requirements
♡ aftercare, healing + caring for tattoos

✦ THE DETAILS ✦

✦ december 5 + 12 OR january 2nd + 9th
✦ saturdays, 1–3PM
✦ $130–$180 sliding scale tuition
✦ two sessions per course (four hours total)
✦ 18+
✦ ALL materials included, including your BBP
✦ led by resident tattoo artist @sigi1mak3r
✦ asylum collective · seattle underground

✦ BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS CERTIFICATION ✦

all students are required to complete bloodborne pathogens (BBP) certification before their second class.

♡ your BBP certification course is INCLUDED in tuition!
♡ students must complete their certification between their first and second sessions
♡ you MUST bring proof of your completed certification to the second class to participate in any permitted practical tattooing activities

✦ ABOUT SLIDING SCALE TUITION ✦

we believe arts education should be accessible! tuition is offered on a $120–$180 sliding scale, allowing you to choose the amount that best reflects your financial circumstances.

all tuition levels include the same instruction, materials, and BBP certification. those able to pay toward the higher end help us continue offering affordable arts education to our community. ♡

this workshop is part of our artist residency program, supporting working artists while giving our community opportunities to learn new skills directly from practicing artists.

come learn something new, get a little pokey, and leave with the beginnings of a whole new skill. ♡

♡ accessibility note: our historic underground space is unfortunately not currently wheelchair accessible. please reach out with any questions about access or accommodations.