Learn Henna
Drop In Sessions
This free drop in workshop is for everyone interested in learning the background on henna. This session will teach the history, uses, traditions, and science of henna. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn interesting facts about henna. Participants will have the opportunity to practice applying henna designs on each other. Registration is required and limited to 15 participants. Please register here.
FREE
This introductory class is for everyone interested in henna. Learn about the beginnings of this ancient art, the uses and traditions, and modern day application.
CLASS OUTLINE
- Science of henna
- Origins of henna
- Henna traditions
- Uses of henna
- Geographies of henna
- Arabic, Indian and African henna styles
- Henna safety and hygiene
- Dangers of black henna
- Modern day application
- How to draw henna designs freehand
$100.00 (2 hours)
About Henna Workshop
This introductory workshop is for large groups that are interested in learning all about henna. This session is great for henna programs in schools, libraries, after-school programs, small parties, or any event with a crowd! There will be a brief presentation followed by henna application for everyone present!
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
science of henna
history, tradition, and uses
the dangers of black henna
henna styles and techniques
modern day henna
demonstration and application
$100.00 (1 hour; max of 15 students)
This six session course is for those interested in learning how to apply henna freehand. The course teaches the key elements of a style of henna and the methodical understanding of developing complex henna designs. Basic preparation and design is available in Arabic, modern Indian, or African styles.
CLASS OUTLINE
Introduction to the henna style
Key elements of henna designs
Practice of key elements
Variations of key elements
basic shapes in henna designs
Variations of elements and shapes for complex designs
Structuring designs for complex designs
how to apply henna efficiently
Origins of henna
Henna traditions
Uses of henna
Geographies of henna
Arabic, Indian and African henna styles
Henna safety and hygiene
Dangers of black henna
Modern day application
How to draw henna designs freehand
$500.00 for individual sessions (1.5 hours each session)
$150.00 a person for groups of 5 (1.5 hours each session)
Advanced Henna Application & Design
This advanced course is for those who would like to increase their knowledge of henna application. This course teaches the key principles in application of complex and bridal designs. The course will also cover modern day application techniques of henna. Advanced application and design is available in Arabic, modern Indian, or African styles.
CLASS OUTLINE
Practical application of henna style
Key principles of complex designs
Practice of complex patterns
Variations on traditional henna patterns
Structuring designs for bridal henna
How to apply bridal henna efficiently
Modern day henna practices
How to apply glitter and gilding paste
How to apply rhinestones
Safety and hygiene
Application of henna in non-traditional ways
Contemporary uses for henna
$500.00 for individual sessions (1.5 hours each session)
$150.00 a person for groups of 5 (1.5 hours each session)
