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Henna...It's A Natural Thing
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Henna Legends, Tales and Truths
Henna found in North Africa, Eygpt, India and parts of the Middle East. It may be called henna or mehndi or mehandi. It does not matter. It always equates to an ancient all-natural beautification technique.
Henna is known for its dried, ground leaves that produce a colourfast dye in shades, varying from pale brown through to dark russet reds. It can be used to dye hair, skin, clothes, even finger nails. Henna has been used as a treatment for sunburn and has many medicinal properties.
The art of Henna has been adored for thousands of years but in the last 5 years there has been a surge of interest from Western countries. It is now widely accepted as an art in self expression and individuality. Henna is a relaxing, soothing and therapeutic experience for anyone who wants to define beauty on their own terms. It has a history of spirituality and is linked with marriage, birth, celebrations, tribal customs and is one of oldest art forms known to mankind.
Using henna, especially for women, has been an inexpensive way of adornment, being exotic and to uniquely set yourself apart from others. It is a joy to sit with friends, to apply henna and to laugh and to dance. This is very popular amongst muslim women.
In the Middle East, it is said that Arabs will not present their hand for henna if they are not speaking the truth. Who know? Wht we do know is that henna application is safe, fun and painless! Generally brides have henna elaborately applied prior to the wedding. Pregnant women have designs painted on their ankles. Designs become heirlooms within families and are passed down. The basic foundation for a secret styles will be kept secret for generations.
Some African designs have a unique geometric style and are less intricate than the very ornate Indian designs. Saudi Arabian designs tend to be very floral with linear motifs added.
As an artist, with God-given and trained talents, I work from designs pulled from all these cultures. Each has been infused into my work with my own distinct style, which I have developed over a span of 10 years.
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How I started
As a muslim woman, I saw henna being applied years ago. Instantly, my creative spirit was renewed!!!!! I thought, " I must have some of this henna stuff." Needless to say, I have been replenishing my supply of henna stuff since that day. I love the art and it gives me a way to fulfill my desire to draw, to see people smile and to be relaxed.
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ABOUT MY SERVICES
I am available for henna parties, private appointments, classes and lectures, cultural events, girls-night-out, charity events, fundraisers and consultations. My services may also include, at no additional charge, aromatherapy, ethnic drum music and basic belly dance techniques. Contact me now for an upcoming event or simply for information. You will be glad you did.
I am a free hand artist only. Each design will be intricately created to your personal needs. Prices for individual designs begin at $5. Bridal henna or more intricate detail will begin at $80 and up. Average design price is $20-25. Services can be reserved for events, parties and classes. Prices begin at $150 for two hours. I will negotiate these terms for schools and other educational venues. I will travel. Currently, I am located in the Raleigh-Durham area of NC.
Contact Naailah
"Da Henna Lady"
919.852.2686 or NiaBWT2@aol.com
Be wild...for a lil' while, with henna
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