Author : Stefanie Iris Weiss
Publisher :
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 43,41 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780823930869
Discusses the spiritual aspects and practical applications of mehndi, the practice of painting designs on the body with henna, as well as some of the designs commonly used.
Author : Brenda Abdoyan
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 28,47 MB
Release : 2016-12-01
Category : Art
ISBN : 1607654180
Color your world with the fabulous art of henna tattoo with this book of patterns and instructions for the body and even home decor objects! Learn how to combine the 5 basic henna shapes into a variety of exotic mendhi designs.
Author : Carine Fabius
Publisher : Harmony
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 20,26 MB
Release : 1998-06-01
Category : Art
ISBN : 0609803190
The magical art of mehndi, or henna painting, has been practiced for centuries in India, Africa, and the Middle East, and now it has finally arrived in the West. Packed with inspirational photographs of traditional and contemporary mehndi, this complete resource offers everything you need to create your own beautiful henna designs, including: • dozens of practice exercises and sample illustrations • a foolproof recipe for mixing the henna paste • step-by-step instructions on how to apply your mehndi design • insider's tips from professional mehndi artists and more!
Author : Carine Fabius
Publisher : eBookIt.com
Page : 211 pages
File Size : 45,64 MB
Release : 2013-02
Category : Art
ISBN : 0978500326
In search of the jagua fruit, author Carine Fabius takes readers on a journey into the deepest realms of the Amazon jungle, where a prized tattoo ink weaves magical tales into the heart and culture of the region's indigenous people. Written in a breezy, engaging style, the book includes: - 40 pages of gorgeous color photographs, including contributions by noted documentary photographer and travel writer Cristina Mittermeier - Over 25 black & white photographs and illustrations - The author's personal account of her and her artist/explorer husband's journey into the world of temporary body art, beginning with henna and culminating with the discovery of the jagua fruit's promise to deliver a beautiful tattoo that looks real -- yet fades after two weeks - Excerpts from her husband Pascal Giacomini's diary as he travels on a motorized dugout canoe into the deepest reaches of the jungle, where he spends weeks with an indigenous group called the Matses - Brief histories of various indigenous groups associated with jagua - Personal and insightful essays by veteran explorers and lovers of the Amazon - Information on the medicinal and mystical properties of the jagua fruit - Magical tales and beliefs surrounding this extraordinary fruit - A short history of tattoos - A short history of ink - Frequently asked questions (and answers, of course!) about jagua tattoos - Overview of the Amazon, the Indians that populate the area, and issues that currently dominate throughout the region - Traditional tales from the Amazon
Author : Hans Silvester
Publisher : Thames and Hudson
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 10,52 MB
Release : 2009-03-24
Category : Photography
ISBN :
Over the course of numerous voyages to Africa's Omo Valley, Hans Silvester became fascinated by the beauty of the Surma, Mursi, Hamer and Kurma tribes, who share a taste for body painting and extravagant decorations borrowed from nature. This collection of photographs captures these accoutrements.
Author : Marty Noble
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 41,63 MB
Release : 2004-09-02
Category : Art
ISBN : 0486438600
Scores of lovely designs, adapted from authentic images used in the ancient art of henna body painting, incorporate scores of lovely patterns. Used to cover hands, forearms, and feet during celebrations, these 166 black-and-white designs include fine line, lacy, and paisley motifs, as well as assorted floral borders, heart-shaped insets, and repeat patterns.
Author : Alan Weller
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 13,16 MB
Release : 2011-01-01
Category : Design
ISBN : 0486990931
Mehndi, also known as henna tattooing, is an ancient form of ceremonial body decoration originally used in observance of weddings and other special occasions. This compilation features over 120 intricate designs that can add exotic elements to print and web projects and serve as inspiration for both permanent and temporary tattooing.
Author : Thaneeya McArdle
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 785 pages
File Size : 16,89 MB
Release : 2014-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1440573522
Express yourself with sugar skulls, flowers, henna designs, and more! Art isn't just for hanging on walls--you can be your own canvas! Express your artistic side on your hands, fingers, arms, and legs with washable makeup or body art crayons! Inside, you'll find more than 50 of the best projects ever for creative, original temporary tattoos. Start with basic patterns and embellish them to create a wide variety of cool and colorful tattoo designs, like: Flowers Starbursts Mandalas Animals Sugar skulls Shooting stars Flying cats Scrumptious cupcakes Doodle jewelry Henna hand tattoo designs Step by step, you'll learn to draw beautiful designs, from simple shapes to intricate paisleys--no drawing experience required! Once you master the basics, you'll be able to create your own unique designs. So grab some body art crayons and get ready to turn your skin into a fabulous fashion accessory!
Author : Pamela Nichols
Publisher :
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 47,63 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780890879429
A lushly illustrated book with complete instructions and history and culture of henna tattoos
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 1520 pages
File Size : 16,6 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Books
ISBN :
Vols. 8-10 of the 1965-1984 master cumulation constitute a title index.
