Australia's #1 SMP Academy
— Launch your Career in 2026
Hands on training in Melbourne.
Learn from Ana James — Australia’s most in demand, premium Artist
- Multi-Award Winning Trainer & Mentor
- 4 Day Beginners Class - No Prior Experience Needed
- 3 Day Advanced Class - For Experienced PMU and Tattoo Artists
- 100% student success rate
Rated #1 SMP Training Academy
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More than just a certificate.
Ana's proven roadmap to starting a successful business.
What is SMP?
Scalp Micropigmentation is a tattoo treatment. The results are guaranteed.
A guaranteed solution for hair loss, with immediate results. Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) uses fine needles and specialized pigments to create the look of tiny hair follicles on the scalp. It can mimic a fuller head of hair, sharpen a hairline, or create a clean buzzed look — helping clients with hair loss, thinning hair, alopecia, or scarring.
Who Can Learn SMP?
- Complete beginners — no experience needed, just steady hands and attention to detail
- Tattoo artists adding a high-demand specialty
- PMU artists expanding into scalp work
- Barbers & hairstylists wanting to offer more services
- Estheticians entering the cosmetic tattoo space
Which class is right for you?
| Beginner Class | Advanced Class | |
|---|---|---|
| Who it's for | No experience needed | PMU/Tattoo artists upskilling |
| Duration | 4 Days | 3 Days |
| You'll leave with | Full certification + live model work | SMP technique layered onto existing skill set |
| Earning potential | $250–$500+/hr | Add $2k–$4k per client to your menu |
The Hair Loss Industry Is Booming. The Artists Who Train Now Win.
No prior experience needed. With the hair loss industry booming and demand for SMP artists at an all-time high, there's never been a better time to make your move. Freedom, fulfilment, and financial independence start here.
Be Your Own Boss
No boss. No cap on income. Build it your way.
High Earning Potential
$250–$500/hr. Most students recoup their investment within their first 3 clients.
Rewarding Career
You're not doing beauty. You're restoring confidence.
Fast ROI
2-3 clients covers your course fee. Everything after that is profit.
Your Income Potential
What does your life look like with just 1 or 2 new clients per week? At an average of $2,500 per treatment, the numbers speak for themselves.
Most of our graduates book their first paying client within 14 days of graduating.
| Timeframe | 1 Client / Wk | 2 Clients / Wk |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Monthly | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Yearly | $130,000 | $260,000 |
Based on what our real students are charging. Inkd SMP price range is $3500 - 4500 AUD per client.
SMP Artist Pathways
Our comprehensive training covers all major SMP treatment types, ensuring you can help any client that walks through your door.
Choose a speciality - or perform them all!
Shaved Hair Tattoo
Restore receding hairlines or create a new hairline.
Hair Thickening
Disguise thinning and thicken the look of hair.
Scarring & Alopecia
Conceal and camouflage scars on the scalp.
Women's SMP
Create the appearance of fuller and thicker hair.
"I know what it takes to build and scale a successful SMP business from scratch in 2026... we use modern teaching methods to help our students learn much more than just the basics."
- Ana James
Learn From the Best — Ana James, #1 SMP Artist & Educator
From a solo artist, to a team leader and owner of a 7-figure SMP brand.
Ana James didn't inherit her success. She built it from the ground up, starting with $0 and an unwavering belief that SMP could be done better. As the founder of Inkd SMP, she has spent the years since 2019 proving exactly that - helping 3,000+ clients and empowering 600+ Graduates to build thriving careers worldwide.
Ana's pioneering hybrid online/in-person programs, simplified pigment ratios, and signature 3D realism technique have set a new benchmark for SMP Training globally. More than an artist, she is considered an icon — and one of the most admired leaders and businesswomen in the industry today.
Accolades & Achievements:
- Winner Team Micro Best Artist International Award
- Winner 2025 Australian Small Business Champion Awards
- Meeting of Minds Key speaker
- 2025 Australian Women's Champion Finalist
A Message from Ana
Australia & NZ's #1 Academy
Where the leading artists get trained and mentored
Trusted by Artists Worldwide. Not just AU.
4 Step Certification Process
After training 600+ students worldwide. We know what works.
Online Course
Lifetime access to our 125+ module online course. Pre-study theory, video tutorials, and paper practice tasks before you arrive.
In Person Training
Three days in-person. Intensive practice, observation, and mastering our signature 3D realism method in small groups.
Hands on Models
Work on 2 live models provided by us. Gain real experience with varying skin types and hair loss levels. Graduate with confidence.
Business Mentoring
Exclusive access to SMP Skool Business Growth Community. Live calls, marketing tools, and ongoing support to scale your business.
SMP Pro Kit
Supplies to treat 20 clients
Included with all beginners enrolments
- Wireless machine
- Needles: 3 full boxes
- 5pm Shadow SMP pigment
- Neutraliser pigment
- Ink pots
- Inkd SMP study guide
- and more!
All supplies available for purchase separately for advanced PMU & Tattoo artists
Training Comparison
Inkd SMP vs Other training providers in Australia
| Inclusion | Inkd SMP | Others |
|---|---|---|
| Modern Methods | ✕ | |
| Online Course Included | ✕ | |
| Hands On Training | ||
| 2 Live Models Provided | ✕ | |
| Experienced Trainers | ✕ | |
| Unlimited Mentoring | ✕ | |
| Confidence in your skills | ✕ |
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