Tattooing and Piercing

Institute in Arkansas

Arkansas Tattooing and Body Piercing Institute (ATPI) provides students with the knowledge they need to become successful tattoo artists or body piercers.

Standard Tattoo Program Technical (Fine) Line Tattoo Program Piercing Program

Our Goal

Our goal is to educate through reading, observation, and hands-on learning and change the industry for the better!

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Who We Are

Our instructors are highly skilled and have years of experience in the industry. We’ve created a safe, welcoming space that is far from stereotypical, crude tattoo studios.

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What We Do

The Arkansas Tattooing and Piercing Institute (ATPI) offers comprehensive tattooing and body piercing programs in Arkansas. The school’s instructors are highly skilled and have years of experience in the industry. ATPI’s programs provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to become successful tattoo artists or body piercers.

We’ve created a safe, welcoming space that is far from stereotypical, crude tattoo studios. Our goal is to educate through reading, observation, and hands-on learning and change the industry for the better!

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Have a question about our tattooing or piercing programs? Fill out our form below and a tattoo professional would be happy to answer all your questions.

Helping You Find Your Career Path

The world of tattooing and body piercing is an exciting one, but it can also be daunting. We want you to have every opportunity at success in this industry so we’re committed to not only the time needed for your education, but also to finding you the right workplace.

At ATPI, you have the option to work here after graduation or work elsewhere. You’re not locked in, and we’ll help you find the right fit!

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A Clean Facility

We take safety seriously, and all our artists are trained on bloodborne pathogens as well as sterilization procedures to ensure the protection of the canvas and the artist throughout every tattoo or body piercing session. We strive to exceed industry standards.

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Our Tattoo Program

In this program, you will learn about human anatomy and sterilization techniques in order to create tattoos safely. We cover different types of equipment used for tattooing, and this program also includes an apprenticeship component where students can gain hands-on experience under supervision from experienced artists.

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Our Body Piercing Program

The body piercing education program at ATPI is comprehensive and covers everything from the basics of anatomy, to the latest piercing techniques. We offer a safe learning environment for anyone who wants to master the art of body piercing.

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Meet the Team

John Olson - Instructor

John Olson

Instructor

Lexi Freeman - Teaching Assistant

Lexi Freeman

Teaching Assistant

Tiff Johnson- Administrative Assistant

Tiff Johnson

Administrative Assistant