3D Areola Course

Master the Art of Realistic Areola Restoration

Areola restoration is not cosmetic tattooing. It is restorative, intimate, and life-changing work — and it requires far more than artistic ability alone.

If you’ve ever felt unsure working on scar tissue… hesitant around radiated skin… or questioned whether your results truly heal with realism and softness — this class was created for you.

This advanced 2-day intensive is designed for serious paramedical artists who want to elevate their standards, refine their technique, and confidently work on complex reconstructive cases. You’ll learn how to assess surgical outcomes, design with intention, create true 3D dimension, and adapt your approach for compromised skin — all while understanding the clinical considerations that impact safety and retention.

Led by Terry Lively, CPCP and Shanan Zickefoose, BSN, RN, CPCP, CMM, this training bridges high-level artistry with medical insight. It is rare to learn from instructors who understand both pigment behavior and the physiology of healed tissue.

Your clients are trusting you with more than their skin.
They are trusting you with their confidence.

If you are ready to move beyond “good enough” and into work that heals beautifully, photographs naturally, and restores with integrity — this is the class that will change how you approach areola tattooing forever.

UPCOMING CLASS

DATE: 28 - 29 April, 2026

LOCATION: 2-Day Live Class in Tulsa

COST: $2950

* You will be re-directed to Regeneration Tulsa Website for registration & payment.

Course Information

Areola Restoration Training

Build the technical confidence and artistic precision required for realistic, restorative areola tattooing. This course blends pre-class online learning with two full days of hands-on training, including practice skins, instructor demos, and live model work.

Your Trainers

Where paramedical artistry meets medical expertise - Train with Industry Leaders Terry Lively, CPCP & Shanan Zickefoose, BSN, RN, CPCP, CMM

Course Description

Artists who want to expand into paramedical areola restoration with a focus on realism, softness, and working safely in compromised skin. You’ll learn how to approach a wide range of reconstructive outcomes and create natural-looking results using proven artistic techniques and structured practice.

What’s included

A complete student kit with pigments, needles, practice skins, and other miscellaneous supplies.

for realistic areola placement and symmetry

What you will learn and practice

  • Understanding reconstructive surgery outcomes and how they affect design choices

  • Case assessment and treatment planning (including challenging cases)

  • Mapping and drawing for realistic areola placement and symmetry

  • Techniques for realism on practice skins (layering, softness, dimension)

  • Working safely and effectively in compromised skin (scar tissue and radiated skin)

  • Equipment and supplies: what to use, how to set up, and why

  • Live model workflow: preparation, execution, and managing real-world variables

  • Troubleshooting common challenges + building confidence for clinical-style cases

Class Schedule

Pre-Class (Online Preparation)

Pre-class Zoom Meeting

  • Overview of reconstructive surgeries and common client presentations

  • Case studies and planning approach

  • Artistic techniques + drawing assignments

  • Equipment and supply requirements for areola tattooing

Assigned Pre-Class Videos

  • Students will be assigned videos to watch prior to the in-person class in Tulsa.

Live Training in Tulsa (2 Days)

Day 1 — Practice + Technique Development

  • Bring your tattoo machine(s) and a battery pack

  • Tattooing on practice skins to learn multiple approaches to realism

  • Techniques for dimension, softness, and natural transitions

  • Working in compromised skin, including: Scar tissue & Radiated skin

  • Afternoon: live instructor demos and guided breakdowns

Day 2 — Live Model Day

  • Students will work on live models under instructor guidance

  • Group discussion: experiences, challenges, problem-solving

  • Q&A session to solidify technique and next step

How To Register

Step 1: Click the REGISTER NOW button to be re-directed to Regeneration Tulsa website.

* Complete the registration Form & submit payment

Step 2: Step 2: Receive confirmation + next steps

* You’ll receive an email with your class confirmation, pre-class Zoom details, and your assigned pre-class videos closer to class dates

Step 3: Prepare for Tulsa

+ Review the video assignments

+ Complete any drawing assignments

+ Bring your machine(s) and a battery pack to class

Ready to join us in Tulsa?

Questions? Contact us if you have any questions or need further assistance.

We’re here to support you every step of the way!

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