The Art of Mehndi

by Sumita Batra, Liz Wilde, Ann Marie Gardner

Book Overview

A stunning guide to the ultimate fashion statement by the henna body painter to the stars. Mehndi, the ancient Indian art of henna design, is the hottest accessory sported by today's fashion world.... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 014028401X
• ISBN13: 9780140284010
• Release Date: May 1999
• Publisher: Viking Penguin
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 9.1" x 10.0"

Customer Reviews

excellent book

This is a great book. There are plenty of illustrations to copy or practice with. She mentions celebrities that have had mehndi, and provides pictures of them. The recipes are good. We use the "quickie" recipe, and my tattoos come out rich and dark. Give it a try if you want to add to your design collection. (My book has a different cover.)

Best book on mehndi

This is the best book on the art of mehndi I have found. It is packed with color photo examples including many of stars such as Madonna & Gwen Stefani. The featured designs are both beautiful & unique.The author starts out with a brief history including the wedding customs & symbolism of the designs in India, North Africa, the Middle East, & Asia. She also covers the trend as it has developed in the western world.Next there are clear step-by-step instructions for preparing your skin, wrapping the cone, making the paste, & applying the henna. Even using stencils, applying transfers & painting freehand are expertly explained. Numerous design illustrations follow including tips, tricks & techniques for decorating all parts of the body. I especially liked the floral necklace with bindis & vine belt designs. A resource list for both the US and UK is a nice bonus.

very informative

Ms. Batra knows what she's talking about. I tried her Mehndi recipe and it has worked the best. The mehndi turns out to be a nice rich red colour. Very traditional of Indian Mehndi. Her designs and patterns are amazing. A lot of thought went into this book. I strongly recommend it.

Excellent. AAA, The best to hit the shelves yet!!!

Excellent. A must own for every Mehndi Artist, beginner or Professional. I have been in the Beauty business for the past 18 years and my third year doing Mehndi. This is the book that I have been waiting for. It contains everything from recipes to traditions throughout the ages, even giving you lists of wholesellers in your area. If this does not explain it~Then you should just give it up! But with this guide, you will be in absolute Mehndi Heaven-PEACE. James D. Lamberth Jr. San Diego, CA JLamberthj@aol.com

Must have for Mehndi artists!

I was literally blown away with the fabulouos artwork, designs, and presentation of Sumita's talent in this book. She takes traditional Indian/Arabic designs, and "modernizes" them for the the western world. Great instructions and tips. Fabulous pictures...the art is amazing. I like the way she incorporates the elements of culture (bindi, traditional indian dress)...and she gives a wonderful overview of the different symbolic meanings of designs. This is definately my favorite book yet!