Learn to Tattoo by Tony Stevens

This rare to find collection is possibly the best course on tattooing ever created. While the course was originally offered on VHS tapes, this rip is from the later released DVDs which were of even better quality.

Basic Work:

DISC 1: Introduction and Machine Tuning

This is a thorough look at the very basics. Equipment, sterilization, creation process. Suggestions on how to practice, applying stencil's, skin types, machine maintenance, machine tuning and machine trouble shooting. Running time: 90 minutes.

DISC 2: Black and Grey Shading

A look at this very important technique that adds dimension and depth to your artwork. Examples of various dilutions and tips for dilutions are discussed, also Bloodline Tattooing is creating beautiful work without dark stencil lines, this rather new technique will also teach you correctly how to smoothly move from one color to the next. Running time: 75 minutes.

DISC 3: Tattoo Restoring and cover ups

Tips and advice on giving new life to old tattoos, reworking the lines that have blurred with age and exposure to sun rays. This DVD will also explain many aspects of cover up tattooing. Running time: 85 minutes.

DISC 4: Making and Using Magnum Shaders

In this DVD you will learn how to make your own quality professional outliners and shaders and how to use them correctly. Learn secrets in the application of ink in those large time consuming pieces, and various other uses of these special needles. Running time: 40 minutes.

Advanced Work:

DISC 10-11: Advanced Classes

The "advanced classes" on Outlining, Shading and Coloring is a more complex DVD, and these seminars cover in great detail all of the problems of working on large pieces. Everything you need to know about maintaining your large and complex outline, adding dimension, blending color, and planning is thoroughly covered in this seminar. Running time: 120 minutes.