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| This workshop is a
2-21/2 hour event that takes participants through a design process in which
they will create their own unique patterning. Participants will also learn
how to mix their own henna from the raw materials. and at the end of
the event they will be able to take home their own pre-mixed
applicators. |
| The process is
fun and rewarding and the art of Henna is a great way to gain a new
perspective on your own skin - seeing it as living art |
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| For rates: contact Dave at (
705) 435-9695 or at godwind@bmts.com |
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| Henna
or the art of using henna (Mendhi) is part of the ancient human
tradition of body staining. Traditionally, Henna has been used across South
Asia, the Middle East, East Africa and North Africa to mark special events (eg,
Marriages), symbolize status or simply for its therapeutic qualities. |
| In the
last 20 years the art of Henna has successfully transferred to North
America. where it is often seen being practiced at cultural events and
festivals. |
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| The
materials |
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henna I use is an all natural mixture of henna (a plant),
lemon juice, clove oil and coffee (or tea). No chemical
additives are used and the process is totally safe. Because it is all
natural, the henna designs, once applied to the skin take up to 24 hours to
"cure" and reach their optimum darkness - which ranges from dark brown to
dark red, depending on skin type and henna crop that year. |
| In the
three photos above, left and right photos show the henna newly applied and
still wet. The centre photo shows the design only a few hours after
the paste has fallen off. This design will darken over night. |
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