Bharati is a self-taught professional artist based at Rochester, NY. She is best known for her henna (mehandi) work and large-size abstract paintings. She is certified Henna Artist from Ash Kumar Academy, NY. She is specialized in traditional Indian bridal henna and glitter henna with over 8 years of experience. Her bridal henna designs are very unique and elegant. She creates her design based on traditional Indian henna pattern, Arabic, and modern latest trendy patterns.
She travels to various locations and is available for all occasions such as weddings, engagements, henna parties, culture fairs, school events, fashion shows, corporate events, photo shoots, exhibitions, birthday parties, charity events, etc. She exhibited her henna and paintings work in Artist Row art fair, Rochester NY, which was very well received by the audiences.
Please make sure to book an appointment at least a day in advance.
Henna has been used to adorn bodies as part of various traditional and holiday celebrations for many generations. In many cultures, it is regarded as a blessing, and it is applied for luck as well as joy and beauty.
Henna is a completely painless and a relaxing process and it is a temporary work of art (compared to a tattoo, which is permanent).
I always suggest to do a manicure or/and a pedicure before henna application for best results.
The henna paste I use is completely organic, with natural ingredients, suitable for all skin types. Your stain will appear in a matter of 24-48 hours, in shades of reddish-brown, which can vary from a dark red to a dark brown. The color of your henna stain depends on a couple factors: the quality of your henna, your body chemistry with henna, and aftercare.
Henna stains usually go away in about one to three weeks depending on the henna and your skin. For longevity of henna color, I suggest less washing where the henna is applied. We suggest less washing of the body part where henna is applied and less use of soaps and exfoliants.
It depends on how intricate or how large the design of the henna is. A standard, simple design can take me about 5-10 minutes. Full bridal henna can take me anywhere from 3-6 hours, but I try to do it as quickly as I can with good quality.
Black henna is a paste made by mixing some henna, and a majority of materials that are really bad for your skin, including charcoal, kerosene, and other chemicals. Chemicals like these can cause scarring, and sores. I never encourage to use black henna.