If you have made the decision to experiment with henna painting, there is alot of planning involved in the process. Keep in mind that practice is essential to the craft. Keep in mind that practice is essential to the craft, and do not get discouraged if your designs are not perfect at first. Another thing to remember is that if you get really goo at mehndi, you might be able to do it professionally someday! Because henna has exploded in popularity, there is a great demand for henna artists in conventional places like beauty parlors. Traditional tattoo parlors now employ henna artists as well. If you think you might want to become a professional mehndi artist, you will have to learn business skills in addition to the craft of henna painting.

It is highly recommended that you first try to find a local henna artist to talk about mehndi. It is probably a good idea to get some work done by a professional mehndi painter before you try it yourself. If there is a henna artist in your community, contact her and inquire about rates and training. Ask how long she has been practicing. Often artists will have a book you can view to check out their work beforehand. Once you feel that the artist is competent, make an appointment.

Do not be shy about using your time with her to ask as many questions as you can think of about mehndi. Ask about local supplier; ask her to share her recipes if she is willing; ask her what designs her clients like the best. Don’t forget to ask the meaning of the design she paints for you. You can even request a special design. Once you have had work done by artist, there is a good chance you will be inspired to do it for yourself and your friends. Being painted feels great, and when the henna dries, the designs are beautiful and eye-catching. They are definitely conversation pieces! The application of henna is thought to be healing and rejuvenating to the body. Some people say it is like going to a spa. Maybe that is why the treatment is offered at beauty parlors. Henna artists report that the work they do makes them feel good, too. Most massage therapists and other hands-on healers believe that healing is a reciprocal art. Giving a massage or painting mehndi heals the practitioner as the work is done.