Botanical Tattoo with Pointillism
A course by Polilla TattooTattoo Artist and Digital Designer
A course by Polilla Tattoo, Tattoo Artist and Digital Designer
Learn how to tattoo flowers and plants using the pointillism technique to create volume, details, and shapes
Delicate strokes, expressive contours, realistic light and shadows, and detailed pointillism are just some of the traits that define the graphic style of Chilean tattoo artist Polilla Tattoo. Recognized and awarded in the field, she has collaborated with major brands like RedBull, Marley Coffee, Caterpillar, and others.
In this course, learn the techniques for creating botanical tattoos with pointillism. Polilla teaches you the basics of human body anatomy and guides you through the development of a tattoo design, from its application to her favorite tricks for achieving unique effects with shadows, textures, and volume.
If you are just starting out in the world of tattoos, you can complement your learning with Polilla’s first Tattoo course on Domestika: Tattoo for beginners .
What will you learn in this online course?
17 lessons & 18 downloads
What will we do in the course?
1 minute, 5 seconds
Anatomy of the body and movement
12 minutes, 22 seconds
Materials 1
8 minutes, 6 seconds
Materials 2
13 minutes, 25 seconds
Layout composition
15 minutes, 43 seconds
Stencil Preparation
7 minutes, 18 seconds
What's included in this course?
Get to know Polilla, who will tell you about the path she has taken into the world of pointillism and botanical tattooing. In addition, she shows you the tattoo artists who have influenced her most and explains the project that you will develop throughout this course.
Next, begin to explore your canvas: the human body. Understand why muscle and skin tone are important factors to consider when designing your tattoo and learn the relationship between the body and the size of a tattoo.
In the third unit, enter the world of botanical elements. Learn the characteristics of different flowers and plants that will serve as a foundation for you as you add volume, light, and contrast to your drawing. Then, learn to clean, digitize, and print your final design, using Adobe Photoshop to adapt it to your stencil.
Let's start tattooing! Before starting, Polilla shows you the many technical considerations to guarantee proper hygiene and safety in your workplace. She also teaches you to transfer your drawing to the skin with the stencil. Learn how to create shadows, add volume, and apply a unique texture to the tattoo with the techniques of outlining and pointillism.
Finally, Polilla gives you some advice on how to keep your client's tattoo protected and cared for so it remains in perfect shape.
Finally, Polilla will give you some advice on how to keep your client's tattoo protected and cared for.
What is this course's project?
Make a botanical tattoo using the pointillism technique and apply it to the body of a client.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
For beginner tattoo artists who already have some previous experience tattooing on skin or professionals who want to learn the pointillism technique.
Requirements and materials
You will need some basic knowledge of tattooing and the materials required to make a black tattoo, such as: machine, power supply, clipcord, cups, black ink, needles of different sizes, pipette, an absorbent towel, Vaseline, plastic wrap, and some soap and water.
To create your tattoo you will need a graphics tablet or pencil and greaseproof paper. You should also have a transfer or special tracing paper used for tattoos.
Reviews
- mr_snowPLUS1 month ago
Muy util, la verdad es que me ayudo a tener las bases en el tema. gracias
- 2 months ago
me parece un muy buen curso, he aprendido mucho
- 3 months ago
I find it very intriguing and very interesting can't wait to start learning new things so I can start using this tattoo gun I'm very interested in learning more after hearing you speak about your own experience
- 4 months ago
ME SIRVIO MUCHO Y ME PARECE MUY COMPLETO
- 5 months ago
curso sencillo pero muy fácil de comprender y entender todo lo que requieres sobre el tema de botánica
Co-founder of Estudio El Bosque in Santiago (Chile), Polilla’s graphic style is full of floral motifs, leading her to work with major brands like Caterpillar, Marley Coffee, and Levi's, as well as tattoo studios across the United States.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- Presentation
- Influences
- What will we do in the course?
- U2
The body as a canvas
- The body, skin and its characteristics
- Anatomy of the body and movement
- Materials 1
- Materials 2
- U3
Botanical composition
- Botanical elements for design
- Layout composition
- Stencil Preparation
- U4
Starting to tattoo
- Preparation and hygiene
- Transfer to the skin
- Border
- Pointillism: shading and volumes
- Pointillism: textures and hatching
- Pointillism: textures and hatching (Part 2)
- Final care and considerations
- FP
Final project
- Botanical Tattoo with Pointillism
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FAQs
Dotwork in botanical tattooing is a technique that uses tiny dots to create texture, shading, and depth in floral designs. It’s done using tattoo machines and various needles to achieve delicate, realistic visual effects.
This course is aimed at people with basic tattoo knowledge, ideal for intermediate level. If you already have tattooing experience and want to specialize in dotwork and botanical illustration, this is perfect for you.
You’ll need a tattoo machine (rotary or coil), various needles, power supplies, black and white inks, grips, hygiene and protective materials, stencil paper, and transfer and disinfectant products.
You’ll learn how to design botanical tattoos, apply dotwork and outlining techniques, create textures, transfer the design onto skin, adjust the machine, and follow hygiene and aftercare protocols.
Contrast is achieved by combining deep black areas with untouched skin and applying white ink to highlight details like petal veins. This creates depth and makes the design more readable.
Yes, it covers professional hygiene protocols, material disinfection, workspace protection, and techniques to prevent cross-contamination throughout the tattooing process.
You’ll learn to analyze anatomy and skin characteristics to adapt the design based on body area, skin tone, and sensitivity, ensuring optimal, personalized results for each client.