Tattoo Mentorship & Education
A Safe Space to Grow as an Artist
Hi, I’m Juliany Braga, a Multidisciplinary artist, tattooer and educator passionate about creating meaningful, beautiful, and technically precise tattoos. Over the years, I’ve been developing a unique approach that blends artistic creativity, traditional technique, and emotional awareness. In 2026 I gave it a name, "The Flourish Method". I’m building the tattoo education I wish I had, a full, structured program that empowers female and neurodivergent aspiring tattoo artists, supports their growth at every stage and fosters confidence, self-awareness, and professionalism. My goal is to be the change I want to see in the tattoo world, creating a space where learning is inclusive, accessible, thoughtful, and centered on the real challenges and joys of being a tattoo artist.
Whether you’re starting from scratch or complementing other programs, The Flourish Method supports your self-confidence, self-awareness, and creative growth, while building the technical and professional skills needed to thrive in the tattoo industry.
Program Structure
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Part 1: Pre-Apprenticeship Course (Self-Paced Online Modules)
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Learn art fundamentals: composition, color theory, line, texture, and anatomy.
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Understand tattoo techniques, stencil creation, hygiene.
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Build professional skills: portfolio creation, client communication, business basics.
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Develop emotional awareness and empathy, preparing for the realities of a tattoo career.
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Part 4: Post-Graduation Specializations
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Focus on your style with small-group workshops: Black & Grey, Colour, Micro-Realism, Illustrative.
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Advanced training in depth, contrast, color blending, fine details, and textures.
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Graduates leave with a professional portfolio, mastery of chosen techniques, and readiness for the industry.
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Part 2: Hybrid Program – Online Theory + In-Person Workshops
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Combine self-paced theory with practical exposure.
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Practice safely on synthetic skins and in small-group studio workshops.
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Gradually progress from theory → supervised practice → design refinement.
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Gain confidence using tattoo tools and understand workflow before touching real skin.
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Why The Flourish Method is Unique
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Full-spectrum learning: Emotional growth, artistic skill, and technical mastery in one program.
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Inclusive & flexible: Designed for neurodivergent learners and self-paced progression.
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Structured mentorship: Personalized feedback, portfolio guidance, and gradual skill-building.
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Industry-ready: Prepares students to confidently enter studios or freelance work.
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Complementary: Even if you’ve enrolled elsewhere, this program fills gaps other programs miss.
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Created by an neurodivergent female artist.
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Part 3: Foundational Practical Classes (Immersive In-Person)
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Hands-on training in machine setup, needle types, linework, shading, and stencil transfer.
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Realistic client simulations to practice consultation, placement, and flow.
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Daily exercises, structured mentorship, and portfolio development.
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Outcome: Students leave with technical confidence, clean linework, and shading proficiency, ready to work on real clients.
Pricing & Duration
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Part 1: Pre-Apprenticeship Course (Self-Paced Online Modules)
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Price: $400 for full online course
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Duration Requirement: Must be enrolled for 4 months before progressing to Part 2.
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What’s Included:
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Art fundamentals: composition, color, line, texture, and anatomy
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Tattoo-specific techniques, stencils, hygiene
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Professional skills: portfolio building, client communication, business basics
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Emotional awareness and self-confidence exercises
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Portfolio development
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Goal: Build a strong foundation before touching a tattoo machine
Outcome: Students who complete Part 1 receive a Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate, acknowledging all topics of study and their achievement and readiness to apply their skills professionally. Even if they don’t continue to Parts 2–4, they leave with:
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A solid basic foundation in art and design
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Professional and business skills applicable to tattooing and other self-employed creative industries
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Theoretical knowledge with tattoo tools and design application
In short: Part 1 is a complete, standalone program that gives students the tools, knowledge, and certificate to begin creating and applying their skills immediately.
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Part 2: Hybrid Program – Online Theory + In-Person Workshops
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Online Content Price: $250
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Workshops: $95 per workshop
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Duration Requirement: Must be enrolled and actively practicing for 4 months
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Progression Requirements: Complete a minimum number of workshops and submit practice work for evaluation before leveling up to Part 3.
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What’s Included:
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Equipment handling and hygiene practice + BBP
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Linework and shading exercises on synthetic skin
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Working with stencils and transfers
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Guided mentorship and feedback
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Goal: Gain confidence using tattoo tools, understand workflow, and prepare for immersive hands-on training.
Outcome: By the end of Part 2, students leave with practical, applicable skills and a clear understanding of tools, hygiene, tattoo safety practices and workflow, which is highly valuable if they intend to continue learning the career.
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Part 3: Foundational Practical Classes (Immersive In-Person)
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Price per Class: (To be disclosed).
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Requirements:
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Must submit practice work and portfolio for evaluation to be eligible
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Must bring a model to class
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Complete X number of tattoo classes and take final exam to graduate
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What’s Included:
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Customer Service & professional training
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Studio standards, machine basics, needle types, and setup
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Stencil transfer, skin preparation, and aftercare
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Linework and shading on skin
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Guided Exercises, mentorship feedback, and portfolio development
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Goal: Build technical confidence and hands-on skill to safely tattoo real clients
Outcome: Students gain technical confidence, clean linework, and shading proficiency. At this stage they will be ready to get into the market as junior artists performing basic linework/ shading designs.
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Part 4: Post-Graduation Specializations
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After completing Parts 1–3, graduates can choose 1–3 specializations to focus on their preferred tattoo style. This is not mandatory. Each specialization is 2 months long and combines online modules + small or one-on-one in-person workshops + mentorship.
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Price per Specialization: $500
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Includes online content, hands-on workshops, and mentorship.
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Minimum: 1 specialization
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Maximum: 3 specializations
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Bundle Option: Enroll in 2–3 specializations at once → $475 each.
Read below for specialization track subjects.
Specialization
Tracks (Part 4)
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Fineline
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Depth, gradient, contrast techniques
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Script, florals, textures
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Basic Colour Tattooing
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Colour mixing & palettes
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Saturation, blending, gradients
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Maintaining vibrancy over time
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Micro-Realism Colour
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Fine details on a small scale
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Clarity, legibility, textures, highlights
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Small composition mastery
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Micro-Realism Grey (Mandatory when taking Micro-Realism Colour)
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Fine line shading, depth, and contrast
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Maintaining readability over time
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Textures, highlights, and skin adaptation
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How It Works / Student Progression
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Students choose which specialization(s) they want to pursue.
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Complete online modules and exercises first, then attend in-person workshops.
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Receive personalized mentorship and portfolio feedback.
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Graduate with specialized skills, a polished portfolio, and industry readiness.
I’m Juliany Braga, a tattoo artist, educator, and creative professional with over ten years of experience across traditional and digital mediums. My artistic journey began in IBM and fashion design, earning a bachelor’s degree that laid the foundation for my career in realism, storytelling, and emotionally-driven art.
Over the years, I’ve expanded my work into tattooing, textile art, watercolor, graphite, and coloured pencil and more, blending technical skill with a focus on personal expression, branding and narrative. Beyond creating art, I’ve also mentored and taught artists and aspiring tattooers in the past 3 years, helping them develop not only their technique but also confidence, artistic vision, and a clear creative voice.
In addition to my artistic practice, I bring my business experience from running my own art business, studio and educational programs, developing structured mentorships, workshops, and curriculum to help aspiring artists enter the tattoo industry with skill, professionalism, and clarity. My goal as a mentor and educator is to guide others toward mastery and self-expression, supporting their growth at every stage of their creative journey.
Mentorships are open to
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Tattoo Artists & Apprentices – Learn design foundations and tattoo principles beyond technique. Get an specialization.
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Multimedia Artists – Explore colour theory, composition, and storytelling across different mediums.
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Illustrators & Designers – Strengthen your visual identity, symbolism, and creative process.
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Creatives Building a Brand or Website – Get support shaping your visual aesthetic, online presence, and authentic voice.
Independent Creators – Guidance for those navigating creative burnout, self-doubt, or direction in their art journey.
What This program doesn't offer or promise:
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Getting rich or big salaries by completion. Such courses who promises you money or richness under deliver and are not focused on your education and professional foundation.
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Guaranteed employment. " Become a tattoo artist with X amount of income in 2 days kinda thing". We don't have power over the industry or market to promise such things. Tattoo is a long term career dedication, like hairdressers, nurses, and other professions. Anyone who promises the opposite does not have your best interests in mind. We can only offer advice and knowledge.
The Flourish Method gives you the guidance, structure, and mentorship to develop your skills and grow as an artist. Progressing through the program depends on your commitment, practice, and how you apply feedback, we provide the path, but your growth is driven by your dedication. All students are free to continue the program or interrupt their studies at any given time. You're not bound into this by shady agreement terms, life happens and circunstances change. Any remaining payments are non-refundable if apprentice chooses to drop-off mid-course.
