--- title: "Engagement Mehandi Portraits | Custom Henna Art by Anupama" description: "Book personalized engagement mehandi portraits by Anupama. I create custom couple portraits, proposal scenes, and Pichwai-inspired henna art for your special day in Surat, Panchkula, and Chandigarh." canonical: https://mytribe.in/anupama_upadhya/festive-special-occasion-mehandi/engagement-anniversary-portraits last_updated: 2025-09-28 --- # Engagement & Anniversary Mehandi Portraits Tribe Verified · Handcrafted portraits for engagements and anniversaries. By [Anupama's Mehandi](https://mytribe.in/anupama_upadhya) · Home visits in Surat, Panchkula, and Chandigarh · ₹1,800 per palm (single side) (estimate) Part of [Festive & Special Occasion Mehandi](https://mytribe.in/anupama_upadhya/festive-special-occasion-mehandi). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/anupama_upadhya/festive-special-occasion-mehandi/gallery) Your love story deserves more than just patterns. I translate your special moments—from the proposal scene to your shared journey—into intricate henna portraits that celebrate your union. ## Photos and videos - [Video: My client was so excited for her engagement, and we designed this beautiful proposal scene to capture the moment forever. Her happy face says it all!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/de6a4138-39e4-409d-bfbe-740851731594) - ![For this engagement mehandi, we incorporated the bride's lehenga theme, which had a beautiful Pichwai cow motif. I love weaving such personal details into my art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/38503b67-e17f-41e1-8a4a-cf685760c890) - [Video: A full bridal mehandi creation, complete with portraits, a Nandi bull, peacocks, and intricate patterns covering the hands and arms.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/95cfbc2a-afcb-4753-adb2-c73d0ffa92fe) - [Video: A simple yet stunning bridal design featuring figures of the couple, perfect for an engagement or a minimalist bride. The joy on her face is my biggest reward.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d6309a01-9cac-4637-9451-c53eb5d668ca) - ![This customized engagement mehandi tells a beautiful story of two hearts becoming one. The couple is framed in a romantic pose, surrounded by intricate details.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a91f2486-dc10-44a0-9891-802131395622) - ![A closer look at the couple portrait from an engagement design. I focus on capturing the expressions and details of the outfits to make it truly personal.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0ad46edf-4841-4566-ab12-890c06cd1805) - ![Sometimes just the figures are needed for 'Shagun'. This Raja-Rani design is a classic and auspicious choice for any pre-wedding ceremony.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3449a24d-a48f-4096-b0b6-fa0dc68d4cf9) - [Video: An elegant engagement mehandi design without any figures. The focus is on beautiful, traditional motifs like peacocks, jhumkas, and intricate jaali patterns.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c8dd803b-35d3-4ee0-ba43-bce8bb9910a2) - ![A beautiful backhand design for an engagement, featuring floral bands and a peacock motif. The bride-to-be's smile makes the art even more beautiful.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/765148f6-ed6c-43e2-9ce7-1fbf4bf3201b) - ![A glimpse of a bridal mehandi design on the arm, showing a scene from the wedding ceremony. These narrative designs are a wonderful way to remember your special day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/72363966-313a-4084-aa19-4e9c3b2f4d7f) ## About Engagement & Anniversary Portraits For engagement portraits, I dedicate 3 to 4 hours specifically to freehand sketching, ensuring the figures and outfits match your real-life photos. Since this requires high precision, I suggest booking at least two weeks in advance so I can plan the layout to fit your palms perfectly without overcrowding. When I draw a couple’s portrait on henna, I am not just creating a design, I am recording a memory. Whether it is that moment you exchanged rings, a favorite photo from your travel, or a Pichwai-inspired motif that matches your wedding lehenga, every line is intentional. ### My Portrait Process I work directly with you to understand the specific elements that define your relationship. Many couples ask for: * **Proposal Scenes:** Capturing the exact knee-drop moment. * **Outfit Replication:** Intricate details from your actual engagement attire. * **Personal Symbols:** Incorporating hobbies, pets, or significant dates within the henna flow. Because I use 100% natural, chemical-free henna, the stain is deep and rich, which is vital for the photography that follows. I balance these dense portrait areas with my signature Marwari or Bombay-style fillers so that the design looks cohesive rather than cluttered. If you are in Surat, Panchkula, or Chandigarh, I can visit your home for a relaxed session. For these customized pieces, I prefer to see your reference photos a few days before the booking so I can practice the sketch. It allows me to ensure that when I pick up the cone, the art flows naturally, and you feel, 'Haan, yeh mera din hai' (Yes, this is my day). ## About Anupama's Mehandi Namaste, I’m Anupama. For me, henna is a language of love and devotion, and I find such joy in painting your life's milestones on your palms. Shreenathji Vijayate—I pour my heart into every sketch to make your engagement day feel truly divine. 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