Artist EDU · AriCléa
Our Graduates
Real artists. Real results.
These are the voices of artists who walked through my Orange County tattoo apprenticeship and came out the other side with a practice, a purpose, and a lineage.
01 · Hear It From Them
In Their Own Words
Unfiltered messages, texts, and emails from apprentices and graduates.
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02 · Video Stories
Graduate Video Testimonials
Hear directly from apprentices about their transformation, technical growth, and experience training with Justine in Orange County.
1:45Jasmyn Hamblin
Tattoo Apprentice Graduate
"Learning from Justine changed my entire understanding of skin, line weight, and client safety. I went from uncertain to running a booked schedule."
2:10Sammi Lee
Fine Line & Sacred Geometry Artist
"The apprenticeship wasn't just technical - Justine gave me the confidence and clarity to step into my own artistic identity."
3:05Katinka Lucas Hinrichsen
Studio Owner, France
"The 10-day intensive was life-changing. Justine's guidance allowed me to open my own studio in France with total confidence."
03 · Apprenticeship Work
Portfolios Created During the Apprenticeship
Work created by apprentices during their time in the Alma programs, from first tattoos to a developing signature style.
Alex Husmann
Fine Line · Geometric · BotanicalJasmyn Hamblin
Organic Line Work · Illustrative · ColourSammi Lee
Fine Line · Sacred Geometry · OrnamentalAimee Bui
Colour · Botanical · IllustrativeRae Maddy
Neo-Traditional · Red Ink · GraphicKatinka Lucas
Sketch Style · Fine Line · ExpressiveMia La Casia
Neo-Trad · Colour · WhimsicalMegan Porch
Colour · Illustrative · Playful04 · The Lineage Continues
Past Apprentices
Where Are They Now
Artists trained by Justine Almaraz who are now building their own practices around the world.
Cute · Bold · Whimsical
Melissa Martell
Cleveland, Ohio
Tattoo artist and owner of The Glass Cat, a private tattoo studio in Cleveland, Ohio. With a background in graphic design and fine art and 8 years of tattoo experience, Melissa's style is cute, bold, whimsical, and often anthropomorphic.
Gentle · Botanical · Fine Line
Vickie Chiang
Glendale, Los Angeles
Originally from Taiwan, Vickie came to the US for art school and found her path at Earth Altar Studio learning from Justine. Her favorite part of tattooing is the deep connection with each client and their unique stories. She now owns her own studio in Glendale, LA.
Spiritual · Photographic · Fine Art
Mary SW Campbell
San Diego, California
Tattooing for nearly six years and exploring photography for thirteen. A graduate of a spiritual direction certificate from Cherry Hill Seminary and 500 hours of yoga teacher training. Mary's practice weaves art, body, and spirit together.
Illustrative · Minimalist · Fine Art
Siobhan
Eagle Rock, Los Angeles
BA from UCLA in painting and art history. Siobhan's illustrative minimalist style creates deeply personal pieces for each client. He co-owns his own tattoo studio in Eagle Rock, Los Angeles, and loves stretching his style to bring each unique idea to life.
Traditional · Contemporary · Hawaiian
Mari
Glendale, Los Angeles
Born and raised in Hawaii, Mari has explored every part of the tattoo industry with a deep respect for traditional style and a passion for melding classic influence with the contemporary. She owns a private studio in Glendale, Los Angeles.
Fine Art · Realism · Illustration
Adonna Khare
Burbank, Los Angeles
An incredibly talented fine artist from Burbank, Los Angeles. Adonna's work bridges fine art and tattooing with extraordinary precision and vision. Collect an exclusive art print from her store and follow her creative journey.
05 · Begin Your Lineage
Your story could be next.
The Alma Apprenticeship is accepting applications.
A lineage-informed, one-on-one apprenticeship with Justine Almaraz. Designed for artists who are ready to build a practice rooted in craft, ethics, and intention.
AriCléa
Apply for the Apprenticeship
Applications are reviewed personally by Justine Almaraz.