Become A Tattoo Artist in Oklahoma
Tattoo Apprenticeship in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Professional Training at One Way Tattoo Edmond
Ink Different Tattoos offers a structured Tattoo Apprenticeship in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, hosted at One Way Tattoo Edmond.
Originally established in Los Angeles in 2006, One Way Tattoo brings West Coast tattoo culture and artistic standards to Edmond, serving the greater Oklahoma City area.
This tattoo apprenticeship provides aspiring Tattoo Artists with professional mentorship under Luis, owner of One Way Tattoo Edmond, and a licensed Tattoo Artist and professional body piercer in the State of Oklahoma.
About OneWay Tattoo Edmond
One Way Tattoo Edmond is a professional tattoo studio known for bringing LA-style tattoo culture and creative energy to Oklahoma.
The tattoo studio is committed to:
- High-quality custom tattoo work.
- Professional client experiences.
- A welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.
- Respect for tattoo culture and craftsmanship.
Clients visit One Way Tattoo for bold, custom tattoos created by artists who take pride in their work.
WARNING! You can’t learn to tattoo in two weeks! You can't learn in even two months. Our tattoo apprenticeship programs with guaranteed job offers provide up to 2,000 hours of training to ensure career success.
Oklahoma Full Tattoo Apprenticeship Program Tattoo Artist Certification
Your Path to Career Success in the Tattoo Industry.
Ink Different's Tattoo Artist Certification Guarantees a Job Offer and Becoming a Licensed Tattoo Artist for each apprentice who completes the Full Tattoo Apprenticeship Program.
Our Full Tattoo Apprenticeship Tattoo Artist Certification Program is based on the traditional model with an increased focus on long-term success in the tattoo industry through the only tattoo industry training program that guarantees a job offer.
One Way Tattoo
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3 Step Process
1. Interview with an Advisor!
Apply by submitting your artwork. If your artwork is approved for enrollment, you will be invited to interview with an Admissions Advisor.
2. Start From Home - Finish In Our Studios
As a tattoo apprentice, you’ll start online in a live virtual classroom, where you will work one-on-one with your trainer. Once you pass your virtual classroom requirements, you’re ready to complete your apprenticeship in one of our studios. Apprenticeships generally take 1 year to complete.
3. Guaranteed Job Offer
Upon completion of the full tattoo apprenticeship, Ink Different's Tattoo Artist Certification Program, we welcome you to tattoo at one of the Ink Different-owned or Affiliated tattoo studios. You will have all the skills necessary to provide quality custom tattoos with world-class customer service to your clients.
Why Choose Our Tattoo Apprenticeship Program in Oklahoma?
We’re not your average tattoo apprenticeship. At TattooApprenticeship.com, we’ve created a national program that combines professional training, personal mentorship, and a clear pathway to becoming a licensed Tattoo Artist, with no guesswork or gatekeeping.
In Minnesota, you’ll learn everything inside one of the city’s most iconic tattoo shops. You’ll get:
- Hands-on experience in a real studio (not a classroom).
- One-on-one mentorship from a top-tier artist.
- A clear, guided curriculum from beginner to licensed pro.
A guaranteed job offer upon successful completion of the program.
One Way Tattoo
Meet Your Mentor: Luis
Luis is the owner of One Way Tattoo Edmond and an experienced tattoo professional dedicated to maintaining high artistic and professional standards within the tattoo studio.
The One Way Tattoo team brings over 75 years of combined experience, offering tattoo apprentices exposure to a wide range of styles and technical approaches.
Luis’s mentorship emphasizes:
- Clean linework fundamentals.
- Custom tattoo design development.
- Professional tattoo studio workflow.
- Client consultation and care.
- Long-term career sustainability.
Tattoo apprentices train in a real tattoo studio environment where they learn both the technical and professional aspects of tattooing.
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What Will You Learn in Our Tattoo Apprenticeship?
Struture Tattoo Apprenticeship Program
The Oklahoma City location follows Ink Different’s nationally standardized apprenticeship model.
The program progresses through four phases:
Phase 1: Artistic Development
Drawing fundamentals and design composition.
Phase 2: Technical Tattoo Training
Machine control, needle groupings, sanitation, and skin behavior.
Phase 3: Supervised Tattoo Application
Tattooing real clients under the Mentor’s supervision.
Phase 4: Career Integration
Portfolio development and a Guaranteed Job Offer upon successful completion.
This structured approach ensures measurable progress and professional readiness.
Spanish-Friendly Environment
One Way Tattoo Edmond offers a Spanish-speaking environment for both artists and clients.
This bilingual approach allows Spanish-speaking tattoo apprentices and clients to feel comfortable communicating their ideas and participating fully in the tattoo experience.
Why Oklahoma City Is a Strong Market for Tattoo Artists
Oklahoma City continues to grow as a creative and entrepreneurial hub.
Advantages of training here include:
- A rapidly expanding tattoo industry.
- Strong local demand for custom tattoo work.
- Lower operating costs compared to larger cities.
- A supportive community for independent artists.
Training in Oklahoma City allows tattoo apprentices to develop their craft in a market that encourages artistic growth and professional opportunity.
Begin Your Tattoo Career in Oklahoma City
If you’re ready to pursue tattooing as a profession, this apprenticeship offers a structured path forward.
Train under experienced professionals.
Develop real-world tattoo skills.
Graduate with a Guaranteed Job Offer.
Apply today to begin your Tattoo Apprenticeship in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
