CPD accredited fine line tattoo training in Dublin city centre. Whether you're a complete beginner or an existing artist looking to specialise, we have a course that takes you where you want to go.
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What You're Training In
What is Fine Line Tattooing?
Fine line tattooing is one of the fastest-growing specialisms in the tattoo industry. It uses single needles or tight needle groupings to create precise, delicate work: thin lines, intricate detail, botanical designs, portraits, and minimalist pieces that simply cannot be achieved with traditional tattooing techniques.
The style is hugely in demand in Dublin and across County Dublin and beyond. Clients searching for fine line artists online convert at high rates, and established artists in the style are typically booked out weeks in advance.
Our Dublin courses teach fine line from the ground up: needle science, machine setup for precision work, hand speed and pressure control, and the design principles that make fine line work last well on skin.
Fastest-Growing Tattoo StyleSearch volume for fine line tattoos has grown over 300% in five years.
Higher Pricing PotentialFine line clients typically pay more per session than traditional tattoo clients, due to the skill and precision involved.
Broad Client DemographicFine line appeals to clients who would never visit a traditional tattoo studio, opening you up to a much larger market.
Works Alongside Existing SkillsIf you are already a tattoo or PMU artist, fine line is an add-on specialism that expands your bookings without replacing what you already do.
Sound familiar?
This Is for You
You've been staring at fine line tattoos on Instagram for months. You know this is what you want to do, or something to add to what you already do. But you're not sure where to start, whether you're good enough, or whether a course will actually get you to a point where you can charge clients.
We hear this from almost everyone who walks through our door in Dublin. And almost everyone who completes one of our courses takes a paying booking within weeks.
You're in Dublin, Wicklow, Kildare or nearby and want to train locally
You're a complete beginner and have no idea where to start
You're a tattoo or PMU artist who wants to move into fine line
You want proper hands-on training, not a one-day workshop with no real practice
You want to know exactly what you're getting before you commit
Both courses run monthly at our Dublin location. Both are CPD accredited, include your tattoo kit, and include live model tattooing. The difference is where you're starting from.
£300–£700Per day as an established fine line artist
£3,000+Per week at full client capacity
WeeksUntil many of our students take their first paid booking
Fine Line in Dublin Is a Career, Not a Side Hustle
Dublin has a thriving creative scene and a growing appetite for fine line tattooing. Quality fine line artists in Dublin command strong rates. Artists who complete proper training and build a social presence are fully booked within months.
Our Dublin students aren't just picking up a new skill. They're building businesses. Leaving jobs they hate. Working hours that suit them. Doing something they're proud of every single day.
The investment is £899 or £1,599. The return, if you commit, is a career.
We know committing to a course is a big decision. Here is exactly what to expect from the moment you get in touch.
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Get in Touch
Call us on 0161 806 0501 or submit the contact form. Tell us which course you're interested in and your preferred Dublin dates. We confirm availability the same day.
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Secure Your Place
Pay a deposit to hold your Dublin spot. The balance is due before your course start date. We are flexible and can work around you. No place is confirmed until the deposit is received.
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Your Pre-Course Pack
We send you everything you need: full venue address and directions, what to wear, what to bring, and a pre-read to get you thinking the right way before day one.
Questions before you book? Call 0161 806 0501 and we will answer everything honestly.
What Dublin Students Say
Real Results From Real People
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★★★★★
"I came in with zero experience and left with the confidence to take on my first paying clients. The small class size meant I had the instructor's attention all day. I'd never have got that anywhere else."
"The 10-day course was everything I needed to change careers completely. I was working in an office six months ago. Now I'm fully booked and turning clients away. Dublin made this possible."
"As a PMU artist transitioning into tattooing, I wasn't sure the course would suit me. It was perfect. The instructors understood exactly where I was coming from and tailored feedback to my specific situation."
Every piece below was created by a Fine Line Tattoo Academy student during live training, on real models, under expert supervision. This is the standard you can expect to reach.
From the Academy
Guides on building a career in fine line tattooing, from your first six months to earnings and training pathways.
Yes. Fine Line Tattoo Academy runs CPD accredited fine line tattoo courses monthly at our Dublin location at 31-36 Ormond Quay Upper, Dublin 7. We offer the 4-Day Fine Line Masterclass for existing artists and the 10-Day Complete Beginner Course for those starting from scratch. Contact us for the next available date.
Our Dublin location is at 31-36 Ormond Quay Upper, Dublin 7, D07 N5YH on the North Quays. Four Courts Luas (Red line) is approximately 3 minutes walk, and Dublin Bus routes run along the quays. Minutes from city centre and Temple Bar.
Yes. The 10-Day Complete Beginner Course is designed exactly for you. It starts from absolute scratch: machine setup, needle knowledge, skin theory, progressive line work on practice skins, and then live model tattooing. By the end of ten days in Dublin, you'll have tattooed real clients under full expert supervision and have the CPD and IPC Level 2 certificates to prove it.
The 4-Day Fine Line Masterclass is the right fit. Your existing machine experience transfers directly. The course focuses specifically on the fine line technique, needle configuration, hand control, and design aesthetic that body tattoo work demands. We cover the regulatory differences between PMU and tattooing as part of the business module.
Yes. Secure your Dublin place with a deposit and pay the balance before your course date. Call us on 0161 806 0501 or send a message and we'll sort out a payment plan that works for you.
Many of our Dublin students take their first paid bookings within weeks of completing. The live model sessions, portfolio work, and business/Instagram module are all designed to get you client-ready. Speed depends on you: your practice, your social presence, and your confidence. Dublin has a thriving creative scene and demand is strong for quality fine line work.
Yes. In the Republic of Ireland, tattooing is regulated at local level. Tattoo artists must register with their local Environmental Health Officer (EHO) under the Local Government (Sanitary Services) Act. The process involves a hygiene inspection of your workspace and evidence of training. Our CPD certificate is accepted as evidence of training. We cover the registration process as part of the business module on both courses and will point you in the right direction for your specific area. It is a straightforward process and we will walk you through it.
Ready to Train in Dublin?
Spaces at our Dublin location fill quickly. Secure your place today with a deposit and we'll send you everything you need to prepare.