Introduction to Blackwork Tattoo Illustration

A course by Mazvtier , Designer and Tattoo Artist

Designer and Tattoo Artist. Lima, Peru.
Joined February 2021

Make your clients' ideas a reality by creating tattoo illustrations full of contrast, innovation, and balance

  • English, Spanish
  • 100% positive reviews (47)
  • 4877 students

Make your clients' ideas a reality by creating tattoo illustrations full of contrast, innovation, and balance

A course by Mazvtier

Ever wanted to apply all your illustration experience to tattoo design? In this online course, renowned designer Mazvtier, who has toured America and Europe, shares his secrets for creating blackwork tattoos.

Learn to develop professional-quality tattoo illustrations full of contrast, balance, and precision. Create compositions that take into consideration the characteristics of the different parts of the body for original and functional results. Get ready to transform your clients' ideas into exciting blackwork tattoos.

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What will you learn in this online course?

14 lessons & 19 downloads

Reference Search
15 minutes, 45 seconds
Anatomy of Design Elements
20 minutes, 58 seconds
Body and Composition
7 minutes, 1 second
Digital Inking
11 minutes, 27 seconds
English, Spanish
  • 100% positive reviews (47)
  • 4877 students
  • 14 lessons (2h 28m)
  • 19 additional resources (9 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: English, Spanish
  • Spanish, English, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Design a blackwork tattoo in response to a real client request.

Projects by course students

Who is this online course for?

Anyone interested in the world of tattooing and illustration, especially those who want to start designing their own blackwork-style tattoos.

Requirements and materials

To take this course you need basic knowledge of drawing.

As for materials, you can use an iPad Pro and an Apple Pencil, or a pencil and paper.


Reviews

4877 Students
47 Reviews
100% Positive ratings

Mazvtier

A course by Mazvtier

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Designer and Tattoo Artist

Throughout his time as a freelance graphic designer and illustrator, Juan Camilo Mazutier developed a signature style that he now applies to his tattoos. He primarily does blackwork and fine line tattoos and specializes in botanical and nature designs. With several years' industry experience, he's earned a reputation as Mazvtier on social media and has his own private studio in Lima, Peru.
Throughout his career, he has illustrated and designed logos, merchandise, and album covers for internationally recognized bands, which was how he got started in tattooing. He has traveled around the world and worked in different tattoo studios in Europe, the United States, and South Africa. He has also participated in a number of conventions and won first place in the Blackwork category at the 2018 Sudaka Tattoo Fest in Lima.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • Presentation
    • Influences
  • U2

    First Steps

    • The Brief
    • Reference Search
    • Anatomy of Design Elements
    • Body and Composition
  • U3

    Project Development

    • Initial Sketch on Customer Photo
    • Definition of Forms and Movement 1
    • Definition of Forms and Movement 2
    • Digital Inking
    • Shadows and Details 1
    • Shadows and Details 2
  • U4

    Templates and Sheets

    • Template Creation
    • Design Sheets
  • FP

    Final project

    • Introduction to Blackwork Tattoo Illustration

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    Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.

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Introduction to Blackwork Tattoo Illustration. Illustration course by Mazvtier

Introduction to Blackwork Tattoo Illustration

A course by Mazvtier
Designer and Tattoo Artist. Lima, Peru.
Joined February 2021
  • 100% positive reviews (47)
  • 4877 students