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3D Areola restoration tattoo

Welcome!

Lina’s Areola Restoration Training is a dynamic program designed for artists who feel called to do meaningful, life-changing work.

You’ll learn how to create realistic, areola restoration tattoos while developing the confidence, sensitivity, and clinical awareness required when working with post-surgical and breast cancer clients.

Led by an industry leader with extensive hands-on experience, this training is rooted in artistry, safety, and deep respect for every client’s journey.

All live classes include corresponding online coursework, combining hands-on training with digital learning. Online courses are available a la carte. Our courses are continuing education for individuals who are already licensed and do not provide any licensing.

Master Class Options & Pricing

2-Student Group Classes

$3800

Includes Access to Online Master Course ($885 value)

Includes access to Social Media Tips & Tricks ($99 value)

Includes access to PMU Business Foundations ($199 value

$1300 non-refundable deposit required to register.

Online Master Class a la Carte

$885

Instant Access

1 year to apply purchase price to the in-person class.

Includes downloadable documents.

Custom Dates One-on-One Classes

$4800

This class is the same as the group — just custom tailored to your needs!

$300 deposit to request dates, refundable if we can’t sync dates!

Online class access granted once dates are chosen and balance of non-refundable deposit received.

Specialty Class Options & Pricing

Add-on Shadow Day

$1000

Add on to your 2-Day Class

Shadow your trainer as she completes a normal client day in-studio

Enjoy a busy day at DAELA

Register for master class and choose this add-on

Add-on Shadow & Model Day

$1600

Add on to your 2-Day Class

Shadow your trainer as she completes a normal client day in our busy studio

Only licensed artists can take a model.

Register for master class and choose this add-on

Add-on Day, Standalone Day Specialty Class or A la Carte Online

Lina has an exciting specialty class coming soon!

Transgender 3D Areola Restoration

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Daela Academy Membership

At DAELA, we’re dedicated to uplifting and empowering the global PMU community.

Join for instant access to a library of educational content designed to support and elevate your craft.

As a member, you’ll be notified of exclusive promotions and special offers.

Be part of our community!

Instant access to free educational library!

3-Steps to Success
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Online Master Course

Included with in-person registration and available a la carte.

Anatomy and physiology specific to post-surgical skin.

Breast surgery types and how different procedures impact treatment approach and outcomes.

Color theory and pigment selection.

Machine setup, needle selection, & technicalities.

Step-by-step from consultation to aftercare.

Safety protocols, contraindications, and client care considerations.

‘How To’ technique discussions designed to prepare you for in-person learning.

Includes downloadable documents!

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3D Areola Restoration in-person Class

Unique to in-person learning:

Unparralelled student experience.

Receive a valuable Pro Kit + manual ($499 value)

Detailed review of online class content.

Hands on coached practice with fake skins.

Detailed machine technique

Watch Lina perform Areola Tattoo on a model.

Live Models*

See full curriculum in FAQs below.

Continuing Education Certificate of Completion

Included with In-Person Class Registration:

Online Master Course included ($885 Value)

Online ‘PMU Business Foundations’ included ($199 value)

Online ‘Social Media Tips & Tricks’ included ($99 value)

Optional add-on days available at checkout:

Day 3: In-Studio Shadow Day with Lina $1000

Day 3: In-Studio Shadow & Model Day with Lina $1600

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Integrate what you’ve learned

Whether you joined us as a newly licensed artist or as an established PMU artist refining your craft, the next step is the same.

You’ve completed your online training, in-person training, and supplemental courses—that’s a lot of knowledge to take in.

Now comes the fun part: integrating your new skills. Whether you’ve added a new service or sharpened your technique, this is your time to elevate your artistry, refine your systems, and decide how you want to grow—artistically, professionally, or both.

We’re serious about ongoing support. Reach out anytime.

Thanks! Lina

Refine & Apply Your Technique

Strengthen Your Business Systems

Clarify Your Brand & Client Experience

Implement Strategic Social Media Practices

Student Reviews

Online Training Technique Disclaimers

DAELA online trainings are intended as a prerequisite to in-person training for licensed artists of all artistry levels and also offered as continuing education a la carte for licensed professionals. If you are unsure if the online trainings are sufficient without in-person support, just call us, we are happy to talk through it with you!

Important Notes:

  • Proper depth and pressure cannot be learned through online instruction and require professional, in-person mentorship.
  • Unsupervised practice may establish incorrect habits that can negatively impact skill development and client safety.
  • Practicing machine work prior in-person training is not recommended and may result in improper technique.
  • Prior to in-person instruction, practice should be limited to sketching in pencil.
  • If taking the online course a la carte, and you are a newly licensed PMU artist or this is a new discipline, we do not condone practice on live models or clients.
  • DAELA is an advocate for exceptional client results and we suggest that students spend many hours pencil sketching and working on fake skin (after in-person training) before taking clients or models unsupervised.

DAELA online trainings are intended as a prerequisite to in-person training for new artists and as continuing education for experienced professionals. If you are unsure if the online trainings are sufficient without in-person support, just call us, we are happy to talk through it with you!
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<li>Proper depth and pressure cannot be learned through online instruction and require professional, in-person mentorship.</li>
<li>Unsupervised practice may establish incorrect habits that can negatively impact skill development and client safety.</li>
<li>Practicing machine work prior in-person training is not recommended and may result in improper technique.</li>
<li>Prior to in-person instruction, practice should be limited to sketching in pencil.</li>
<li>If taking the online course a la carte, and you are a new PMU artist or this is a new discipline, we do not condone practice on live models or clients.</li>
<li>DAELA is an advocate suggesting that students spend<span> </span><em>hundreds of hours</em><span> </span>pencil sketching and working on fake skin (after in-person training) before taking clients or models unsupervised.</li>
<li>If you take an in-person course, spend hundreds of hours practicing, and still feel you need more training, please see our optional single day trainings with models.</li>
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Areola Restoration Training Daela Academy

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Course includes:

Kit, online training, and an 81-page bound manual which includes: Complete technique guide, preferred vendor list, tray set-up, social media guide, and sanitization practices. Written by Lina Anderson

Valuable Kit Includes:

Numbing products, full size ink set including black and white inks, stencils, fake skins and samples. We do not include a machine, but we can order one for you and will include two boxes of complimentary needles.

*Live Models:

Every in-person course includes live models for real-time, hands-on learning. Licensed tattoo artists are also welcome to bring and work on their own model during the training.

Students who are not yet licensed may fully observe the appointment process and actively participate in consultation and shape design, gaining a comprehensive understanding of each step.

Day 1: Areola Restoration Training

  • Continental breakfast & lunch provided.
  • Receive your manual & kit.
  • Color Theory
  • Starting your own business.
  • Marketing yourself.
  • Understanding implants, skin depth and scarring.
  • Understanding the mastectomy & chemo process.
  • Color and corrections.
  • Machine technique training.
  • Live demo by Lina:
    • You can take video and photos.
  • Insurance Processing

Day 2: Areola Restoration Training

  • Continental breakfast & lunch provided.
  • Machine training
  • Practice on fake skins
  • Stretch and application
  • *Live Models!
    • Draw shape
    • appointment start to finish appointment
    • Before & Aftercare
    • Produce videos & photos to post.
  • Learn how to run ad campaigns and promote on IG.
  • Receive a Certificate of Completion.

Enhance your training experience with an optional third in-person day, designed to deepen your understanding through real-world application and observation.

You’ll have the opportunity to choose between two immersive options at registration:

Shadow Day | $1,000
Spend the day in-studio alongside your trainer, observing how she navigates a full client schedule. From consultations to mapping, technique, and client communication, this experience offers valuable insight into the flow, decision-making, and artistry behind a successful day in practice.

Shadow Day + Model | $1,600
Combine the full shadowing experience with the opportunity to work on an additional model under your trainer’s guidance. This option allows you to not only observe, but also apply your skills with real-time feedback—helping solidify your technique and build confidence.

This add-on day is designed to bridge the gap between learning and real-world execution, giving you a deeper level of clarity, confidence, and readiness as you return to your own clients.

Financing is available for qualified individuals!
There are two options:
PRIVI
Cherry
Click on the links or call us and we can help you decide which one is best for you. PRIVI is true 0% financing and Cherry has 0% finance options!

Our online booking system will also allow you to customize a payment schedule if you are booking further than 30-days out!

One-on-One training is a dream come true!
You will receive the full, normal course training with access to online training.
You will be the only student with 100% of the trainer’s attention on you.
You choose convenient dates with the trainer!

Online Training is a detailed training course available a la carte and is also included with in-person courses.

  • The course includes text, video, quizzes and downloadable documents!
  • Work at your own pace.
  • If you sign up for an in-person course, you are given instant access to the online training.
  • If you take online training a la carte and want to add the in-person course, we deduct the online course cost from the in-person course cost.

We purposefully keep our class sizes to 2 students. This ensures quality one-on-one time with the instructor as well as develop relationships with your peers. You will also have quality time with your instructor while working on a live model. Working directly with the master artist is the key to a successful technique and training. We also offer one-on-one training- perfect for beginners and advances PMU artists because we can tailor the training specifically to your needs.

Tattoo licenses are required to work in most states. If you are not currently licensed in your state, please become licensed and be familiar with your state guidelines, you can’t work on clients in your state or on models in our training without obtaining required state licensing. We do not license for tattoo in any state.

Note: Oregon licensing requires that tattoo artists attend full time school, 50 practical’s and must pass state boards to obtain a license. This licensing process is lengthy and cannot be avoided. Our courses teach continuing education for licensed Oregon Tattoo Artists. Oregon residents, working in Oregon, must have a valid Oregon Tattoo License. This training does not count toward Oregon school required hours but does count toward your continued educational hours. We teach technique not taught in Oregon Licensed Tattoo Schools, so our training is invaluable to a new artist working in the cosmetic tattoo industry.

The course spans two days. The online training portion of the course is available for 12 months and you can access it as often as you like. We also offer support via email for life. Your questions will be answered by Daela Academy staff and escalated to Master Artists if need be.

*Live Models:

Every in-person course includes live models for licensed artists. Real-time, hands-on learning. Licensed tattoo artists are also welcome to bring and work on their own model during the training.

We provide continental breakfast and lunch and beverages.  If you have strict dietary concerns, please let us know in advance.  We would love to accommodate your dietary restrictions, if we cannot then we will recommend you bring your own food.

DAELA Academy is next to our flagship DAELA Portland Studio:

157 NE Grand Ave
Portland, OR97232

We are proud to say that class is casual and fun! You may dress comfortably, but please be aware that we take video and pictures during class. Dress as you would at your place of business, when working on clients. Jeans are fine, funky is fine. Our community is very supportive and inclusive, please express yourself and leave here feeling inspired and empowered.

Yes! Our courses are beginner-friendly for newly licensed tattoo artists. They are great for new artists looking to build a strong foundation in cosmetic tattooing and equally impactful for those licensed who want to up their game or learn a new discipline. All students are asked to complete the online course prior to the in-person training.

Every course has a one-on-one upgrade, so whether you are new or experienced, our trainers can focus just on your goals.