When learning how to tattoo it is imperative that you first learn the steps to tattoo the safe and right way. While expressing yourself on the ultimate canvas-the human body-it can be a very rewarding, proper safety precautions are a must.

In this handbook, I will provide 12 easy steps in "how to" tattoo. Be sure to read through the entire handbook before attempting to get started. This will provide you with a good overview of what is involved in learning to tattoo, the proper tools and equipment you will need and very importantly, the right safety precautions to follow...

Step 1 Understanding your Tools

Step 2: Learning the Tattoo Machine

Step 3: Understanding How to Properly Use Needles

Step 4: Learning about Tattoo Inks

Step 5: Getting Organized

Step 6: Working with Tattoo practice "skins"

Step 7: Preparing Yourself and the Client to Tattoo

Step 8: Making and Applying Tattoo Stencils

Step 9: Outlining

Step 10: Shadowing and Shading

Step 11: What You Need To Do After the Tattoo Session

Step 12: Setting up your Own Tattoo Shop

This eBook briefly covers how to tattoo and should not be used in place of an apprenticeship!