--- title: "Custom Storytelling Mehandi Designs by Helly | Mumbai Artist" description: "Explore my featured collection of storytelling henna art in Mumbai. From engagement portraits to custom bridal mehandi, I turn your personal memories into intricate designs." canonical: https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi/festival-occasion-mehandi/featured last_updated: 2025-09-29 --- # My Favorite Mehandi Art: Stories Etched in Henna Tribe Verified · 15 years of storytelling henna art By [Helly Mehandi](https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi) · Travels to your venue in Mumbai & across India · ₹300 Per Side (estimate) Part of [Festival & Occasion Mehandi](https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi/festival-occasion-mehandi). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi/festival-occasion-mehandi/gallery) Welcome to my curated collection. These designs are where I’ve woven real-life stories into henna—from engagement proposals to family milestones and divine portraits. ## Photos and videos - [Video: My heart melted creating this piece. I transformed a cherished family photograph into a permanent memory etched in henna, capturing the love between parents and their children. This is what my art is all about: telling your unique story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cb7f2c91-7d11-4227-8a9e-e739039e0390) - [Video: This design tells a love story in two parts: "He Asked" and "I Said Yes." I love creating these narrative pieces for engagements, complete with couple portraits, love birds, and the special date, making the moment unforgettable.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e2eb68d4-672e-46d6-a034-7e2cb7f078d4) - [Video: For Raksha Bandhan, I created this special design celebrating the beautiful bond between siblings. It features portraits of a brother and sister sharing a sweet moment and playing on a swing, surrounded by traditional patterns.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/83972379-7a82-47b2-ba07-ccd658fd6062) - ![Capturing divinity in henna is a spiritual experience for me. This design features the divine couples, Shiv Parvati and Radhe Krishna, portraying their eternal love. It’s a piece that brings blessings and beauty to your hands.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4ebca032-db59-4371-81b3-40d2b003f9e4) - [Video: Baby showers are one of my favorite events to design for. This piece is filled with adorable details like tiny baby clothes, footprints, a stroller, and portraits of the happy 'Mom to Be' and 'Dad to Be'.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/577f1fe9-308d-4bb2-8e1b-126b4dc01083) - ![For the bride who loves classic elegance, I created this full-hand design filled with intricate details. It combines traditional jaali work, lotus motifs, and auspicious symbols for a truly timeless bridal look.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e4f6c5d7-774b-4888-8a87-a3e70bc1f1ba) - ![Sometimes, less is more. This minimalist back-hand design is perfect for any party or casual celebration. It features a single, elegant paisley motif with delicate finger details, proving that simplicity can be stunning.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/118da1e0-94f5-4829-a81f-283dc22c788f) - [Video: Grooms deserve to celebrate too. This engagement mehndi for the groom features his and his partner's initials, the wedding date, and a band of lotus motifs, creating a stylish and meaningful design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dd330d6c-8129-450d-986b-e2543b27ef96) - ![The final stain is the true test of quality henna, and I take great pride in the rich, dark color my natural paste achieves. This is the result of pure ingredients and proper aftercare, a deep maroon that makes the design pop.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/17406ffa-07dc-4ecb-bfab-799bb032ad15) - ![Inspired by the wild, this jungle-themed design is for the bride with a nature-loving soul. I've woven in graceful swans, gentle deer, majestic elephants, and proud peacocks to create a story of the forest on her arms.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e36a66cf-d5f4-4c98-925d-05c5e94521b3) ## About Featured This gallery is a collection of the stories I’ve had the honor of etching into henna over the last 15 years. Every piece here, from engagement portraits and family milestones to spiritual symbols, was created to reflect a specific moment in my clients’ lives. These aren't just patterns; they are memories drawn with natural henna, meant to last as long as the celebration itself. I believe Mehandi should be a reflection of who you are, not just a set design pulled from a book. My approach centers on personalization—whether that’s hiding a wedding date in a floral vine, sketching a couple’s proposal story on their palms, or incorporating specific motifs like wine glasses or pet portraits. ### Why these designs work This collection showcases my range as a Mumbai-based artist. You’ll see the intricate density required for traditional bridal work, the clean lines of minimalist Arabic styles, and the deep, rich stain that comes from my natural, essential-oil-mixed henna paste. ### Customization is key If you see a style you love here, we can adapt it to your specific occasion. - **For Engagements:** We can focus on the 'He Asked/I Said Yes' narrative. - **For Baby Showers:** We can incorporate 'Mom-to-be' symbols or stroller motifs. - **For Festivals:** I can add unique elements like specific deities or seasonal motifs that match the vibe of your celebration. I travel across India to work with brides and families. If you have a story you want to see on your hands, let’s talk about how to bring it to life. ## About Helly Mehandi I’m Helly. I’ve spent 15 years turning hands into canvases that tell your unique stories. Whether it’s your love story, family memories, or a spiritual milestone, I want to make sure your Mehandi feels just as personal as the occasion you’re celebrating. [See all of Helly Mehandi's services](https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi) ## More from Festival & Occasion Mehandi by Helly Mehandi - [Engagement & Couple Stories](https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi/festival-occasion-mehandi/engagement-couple-stories) - [Baby Shower & Family Moments](https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi/festival-occasion-mehandi/baby-shower-family-moments) - [Festival & Deity Designs](https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi/festival-occasion-mehandi/festival-deity-designs) - [Intricate Bridal & Full Hand Art](https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi/festival-occasion-mehandi/intricate-bridal-full-hand-art) - [Modern & Minimalist](https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi/festival-occasion-mehandi/modern-minimalist) - [Traditional Motifs: Peacocks & Elephants](https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi/festival-occasion-mehandi/traditional-motifs-peacocks-elephants) - [Unique & Artistic Styles](https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi/festival-occasion-mehandi/unique-artistic-styles) - [Designs for Grooms & Siders](https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi/festival-occasion-mehandi/designs-for-grooms-siders) - [Spiritual & Diksharthi Mehndi](https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi/festival-occasion-mehandi/spiritual-diksharthi-mehndi) - [The Beauty of the Stain](https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi/festival-occasion-mehandi/the-beauty-of-the-stain) ## More services by Helly Mehandi - [Portrait & Storytelling Mehandi](https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi/portrait-storytelling-mehandi) - [Bridal Mehndi](https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi/bridal-mehndi) - [Bridal Party & Guest Mehandi](https://mytribe.in/helly_mehandi/bridal-party-guest-mehandi) ## Similar work from other experts - [My Favourite Mehendi Designs](https://mytribe.in/mehendiartistkomalkhot/bridal-event-mehendi-artistry/featured) by Komal Kishor Khot · Bridal & Event Mehendi Artistry · Travels to venues across Mumbai Metropolitan Area - [Featured Mehndi Designs for Your Khaas Moments](https://mytribe.in/deepika_mehndi_designerscorner/special-occasion-festive-mehndi/featured) by Deepikaa Chauhan · Special Occasion & Festive Mehndi · Studio in Thane; Travels across Mumbai & Pan-India - [My Signature Mehendi Designs and Storytelling Art](https://mytribe.in/hennapro_riddhi/bridal-engagement-henna/featured) by Hennapro Riddhi · Bridal & Engagement Henna · At your location across the Mumbai Metropolitan Area - [My Signature Mehendi Art Collection](https://mytribe.in/____.a.l.i.z.a.____/mehendi-artistry-for-special-occasions/featured) by Aliza · Mehendi Artistry for Special Occasions · Studio in Nalasopara West, Mumbai; Travels across India for events - [Featured Bridal Mehndi Designs & Custom Storytelling](https://mytribe.in/kajalmehndiartist/figurative-portrait-henna/featured) by Kajal · Figurative & Portrait Henna · Studio in Dombivli East; Travels across Mumbai & pan-India - [Custom Mehendi Designs and Personalised Henna Art](https://mytribe.in/_shweta_haria_mehendi_/mehendi-for-festivals-special-occasions/featured) by Shweta Haria · Mehendi for Festivals & Special Occasions · Travels to client's location across Mumbai Metropolitan Area ## Book To book Helly Mehandi, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%20Helly%2C%20I%20saw%20your%20featured%20Mehandi%20designs%20and%20loved%20the%20storytelling%20style.%20I%E2%80%99d%20like%20to%20discuss%20a%20custom%20design%20for%20my%20upcoming%20event.)