5 Of The Most Talented Henna Artists In The GCC Region
Henna, an ancient art form that has transcended centuries, remains a cherished cultural tradition in the region
Azra Khamissa
Azra Khamissa‘s impeccable artistry has earned her commissions by some of fashion’s biggest names, from Gucci to Bulgari, Adidas and so many more. The Dubai-based creative shows contemporary flair, and includes fun twists on many of her designs.
In 2020, she released her own henna-making kit and her henna and stencils can be bought online if you’re keen to learn the ancient art yourself. More recently, Azra recently published a step-by-step guide book to her designs, entitled The Henna Archive.
Sayeda Nisa
Sayeda Nisa is a Dubai-based henna artist who has worked with various beauty brands to showcase her extraordinary artistry, with commissions by NYX, KVD, Charlotte Tilbury and KAYALI.
Safa Munafer
Safa Munafer, the founder of Dubai Henna, the UAE’s first online organic henna shop, started her venture after noticing so many places offering non-organic ingredients in artificial henna. Dubai Henna has grown to become one of the city’s most successful henna parlours, providing a variety of services for all occasions.
She has now launched a program ‘Henna Master Course’ that teaches modern henna art and includes 88 video lessons, direct WhatsApp support, and a certificate of completion to enhance credibility. The course also provides a free henna master kit worth AED 350, which can be delivered within 24 hours anywhere in the UAE. Thee course originally priced at AED 5,000, is now available at a limited-time 90% discounted price of AED 599, in celebration of Ramadan.
Yorana Henna
Riyadh-based Yorana Henna, has worked with luxury brands such as Chaumet and Lancôme. She specializes in various forms of henna- Jagua (organic black henna), white henna, and beautiful Arabic calligraphy.
Sona Suthar
Sona Suthar is an India-based henna artist but travels the world for international commissions. Her intricate henna designs are extremely detailed and each artwork tells a story. The artist has collaborated with popular Indian luxury brand, TORANI, on an advertising campaign where her work is beautifully highlighted.
Lead image courtesy of Instagram/@dubaihennaofficial