Even in school, I’d pay my friends to finish art projects for me.” Today, after over 10 years in the henna industry, she runs ...

Many henna purists consider this new order of artists to be disruptors of a cherished tradition, modernizing the art form to such an extent that it loses its original charm.

Continuing to apply the labyrinthine design, Irfan added, “Henna is not considered an art. I get so many people asking for a design that would take an hour or two to be done in 15 to 30 minutes.” ...

The 40-year-old 'Black Panther' actress Lupita Nyong'o took to Instagram Tuesday to show off some new "bold and elegant" henna art on her bald head in the name of friendship and cultural appreciation.

Henna was also important in the Mughal Empire, which ruled India between roughly 1526-1857 and was known for its lavish lifestyle, in particular through its fine art. In both cultures, henna was used ...

Umathevy has been a henna artist for over 10 years and is a popular choice among brides. (Umathevy Paramalingam pic) “Even when I went for my first henna class, I didn’t like it,” she admitted.