--- title: "Custom Storytelling and Portrait Mehndi Designs in Mumbai" description: "Looking for unique bridal mehndi? I create custom storytelling and portrait mehndi designs in Mumbai, capturing your love story with intricate, hand-drawn details. Book your session for a truly personal bridal henna look." canonical: https://mytribe.in/leenamehndiartist/event-mehndi-services/custom-storytelling-portrait-mehndi last_updated: 2025-09-28 --- # Custom Storytelling and Portrait Mehndi Designs Tribe Verified · Custom bridal portraits for Mumbai weddings By [Leena Purabiya](https://mytribe.in/leenamehndiartist) · Travels to venues across the Mumbai Metropolitan Area · ₹250 per guest (estimate) Part of [Event Mehndi Services](https://mytribe.in/leenamehndiartist/event-mehndi-services). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/leenamehndiartist/event-mehndi-services/gallery) Your wedding story deserves a special place. I turn your favorite moments, portraits, and milestones into intricate henna art that stays with you long after the festivities end. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This video showcases my passion for creating narrative mehndi. From a detailed sindoor ceremony portrait to intricate foot designs, each piece tells a part of the bride's story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e679164f-6d10-42d0-b753-32adaa9e7be7) - [Video: A video showing the creation of a varmala and sindoor ceremony portrait design. This is a popular choice for brides who want to capture these core wedding moments in their mehndi.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8c22eb5a-e346-422f-8bb7-15c23cb569c5) - [Video: This video shows a full bridal design featuring portraits of the couple in the palms. The arms are decorated with various wedding ceremony elements, like a doli, kalash, and shehnai, telling a complete story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/34d2a820-44a4-43e2-880e-d4013d015db6) - ![A close-up of the bride and groom portraits within a circular frame. This style allows the faces to be the central focus, surrounded by intricate patterns.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/046f5901-2723-41bf-88d2-9beed8eb57a1) - ![A detailed close-up of the bride and groom portraits from the full bridal set. You can see the fine lines used to create their features and attire.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4ce36531-48f6-4839-8ff6-e71796d588eb) - ![The upper arm portion of the storytelling bridal mehndi. This section includes auspicious symbols like Lord Ganesha, a kalash, dhol, and a mangalsutra, each representing a part of the wedding ceremony.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6e6eb239-72d8-478a-9adb-df3bcc863b32) - ![A personalized bridal design featuring portraits of the bride's family on the arms. The palms are decorated with a Ganesha motif and a bicycle, representing personal interests and blessings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9b338a33-1415-47ce-aac1-25079a6cd460) - ![A beautiful example of incorporating the couple's initials into the bridal design. The letters 'J' and 'N' are elegantly placed within the intricate patterns on each palm.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c08a2454-6334-48e6-a586-9396d7205e27) - ![Personalizing mehndi with the couple's names, 'Geeta' and 'Ashok'. This is a wonderful way to add a personal touch to the traditional designs for your special day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0fc2ae80-39b7-437d-a91d-f6ccbee7a7a9) - ![A unique way to include a personal message in the mehndi. This design has the phrase "Main Tulsi tere aangan ki" beautifully written on the palm, surrounded by intricate patterns.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5c55dfc6-ecda-413d-8dec-c0a47001d884) - ![A portrait of a groom, showcasing the level of detail I can achieve in my figure work. This is perfect for grooms who want a special design or for incorporating into the bride's mehndi.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1d2e61fb-b746-4195-8039-6a8aabb0d071) - ![My first attempt at a portrait of the actor Dhanush. This shows my ability to capture a likeness and is a fun way to incorporate a client's favorite celebrity into a design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0f8c3daf-090c-47c6-8b69-19031d9b9576) - ![A practice sheet showing a beautiful bride figure. I work on these sketches to perfect my portrait skills, ensuring I can create a stunning likeness for my clients.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7119dc69-2ef8-441c-abf7-947c19b25868) - ![A detailed bridal portrait on a practice sheet. The bride is adorned with a beautiful nath and jewelry, with her name 'Shraddha' written on the sash.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6a43b386-9551-49c7-a115-2c1ce0d80972) - ![Another practice sketch of a front-facing bride. I focus on getting the details of the jewelry and expression just right for my portrait mehndi.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/307bb749-405f-4128-a325-07891b5bc5be) - ![A practice design of a bride without a face, focusing on the intricate details of the lehenga, dupatta, and jewelry. This style is great for brides who want a figurative design without a full portrait.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3a65fa2b-fc43-4d03-a929-d130dfb11af7) - ![A close-up of the faceless bride practice design. This highlights the detailed patterns on the dupatta and the delicate jewelry work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9b410357-1cb3-46cb-8715-84f20e7e1305) - [Video: A video showing the initial sketch of an engagement couple portrait. This is the first step in creating a personalized design for a client.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e38f4e11-ab80-4e98-9a53-38c1b1cea1ce) - [Video: The process of filling in the engagement couple portrait. This video shows how I build up the layers and details to bring the figures to life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e43295ca-bb04-4ef6-aac1-e9f4a781a6dc) - ![The completed engagement couple portrait. This style is perfect for engagement ceremonies or for including in a bridal design to tell the couple's story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/99993ec0-9282-44a4-b561-fbca36514265) - ![A beautiful portrait design featuring a woman in a traditional pose. This kind of figure work can be the centerpiece of a bridal or festive design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/488d3651-40fc-4308-b2e4-82f90c440df8) ## About Custom Storytelling & Portrait Mehndi Portrait mehndi is a labor of love that requires patience. These designs involve delicate shading and fine lines to capture faces and scenes accurately, which is why a typical session for this style can take between 6 to 8 hours. It is an investment of time, but it ensures your wedding story is captured exactly how you imagined it on your hands. ### How We Build Your Story When you choose a storytelling design, we are doing more than applying henna. We are sketching your journey. I start by understanding the specific moments you want to highlight. It might be the moment you exchanged garlands, a silhouette of your wedding venue, or even initials that hold special meaning. ### The Art of Detail Portrait work requires a different level of precision compared to traditional patterns. I use a 'zero-gap' filling technique to ensure the portrait is the focal point, surrounded by intricate borders that complement rather than distract from the faces. Because these designs are heavy and require deep concentration, I work on these personally, ensuring the shading and line work truly capture the likeness of the bride and groom. ### Practical Advice for Portraits * **Planning:** Because of the time involved, I recommend finalizing your design concept at least two weeks before the event. * **Skin Prep:** Good results depend on how you care for your skin before I arrive. Keep your hands exfoliated and free of heavy lotions on the day of the application. * **Aftercare:** Since these are dense, heavy designs, the henna paste will sit on your skin for a while. I provide specific instructions on how to maintain heat for the best possible stain, ensuring that your story looks just as good in the photos as it does on the wedding day. ## About Leena Purabiya I am Leena, a Mumbai-based artist who sees mehndi as a blessing, not just a service. I pour my heart into capturing your unique love story, whether it is a detailed portrait of you and your partner or symbols of your shared journey. When I am not working, you will find me enjoying the little things in life and cheering for my favorite cricket team. [See all of Leena Purabiya's services](https://mytribe.in/leenamehndiartist) ## More from Event Mehndi Services by Leena Purabiya - [Featured](https://mytribe.in/leenamehndiartist/event-mehndi-services/featured) - [Intricate Bridal Mehndi](https://mytribe.in/leenamehndiartist/event-mehndi-services/intricate-bridal-mehndi) - [Mehndi for Family & Guests (Siders)](https://mytribe.in/leenamehndiartist/event-mehndi-services/mehndi-for-family-guests-siders) - [Elegant Foot Mehndi](https://mytribe.in/leenamehndiartist/event-mehndi-services/elegant-foot-mehndi) - [Stylish Mandala & Arabic Designs](https://mytribe.in/leenamehndiartist/event-mehndi-services/stylish-mandala-arabic-designs) - [The Rich Henna Stain](https://mytribe.in/leenamehndiartist/event-mehndi-services/the-rich-henna-stain) - [Mehndi for Special Occasions](https://mytribe.in/leenamehndiartist/event-mehndi-services/mehndi-for-special-occasions) - [Design Lookbook: Motifs & Concepts](https://mytribe.in/leenamehndiartist/event-mehndi-services/design-lookbook-motifs-concepts) - [Behind the Scenes & More](https://mytribe.in/leenamehndiartist/event-mehndi-services/behind-the-scenes-more) ## More services by Leena Purabiya - [Mehndi Classes & Workshops](https://mytribe.in/leenamehndiartist/mehndi-classes-workshops) ## Similar work from other experts - [Custom Portrait Bridal Mehndi Designs](https://mytribe.in/anilmehndiartist/bridal-mehndi/your-story-in-henna-custom-portraits) by Anil Mehndi Artist · Bridal Mehndi · Travels across Mumbai Metropolitan Area; Studio in Nerul, Navi Mumbai - [Bridal Portrait Mehendi & Custom Storytelling](https://mytribe.in/ritas_mehendi_n_beauty_care/henna-artistry-for-events-festivals/bridal-portraits-your-love-story) by Rita · Henna Artistry for Events & Festivals · Travels across Mumbai Metropolitan Area - [Custom Bridal Mehndi with Personal Storytelling](https://mytribe.in/alankaar_mehndi_by_riya/mehndi-artistry-for-weddings-special-occasions/your-story-in-henna) by Alankaar Mehndi by Riya · Mehndi Artistry for Weddings & Special Occasions · Travels to venues across Mumbai and pan-India - [Custom Bridal Storytelling Mehendi Designs in Mumbai](https://mytribe.in/gunjandedhiamehendi/professional-mehendi-artistry/custom-bridal-storytelling) by Gunjan Dedhia · Professional Mehendi Artistry · Travels to client locations across Mumbai Metropolitan Area - [Bridal Mehendi Designs That Tell Your Love Story](https://mytribe.in/____.a.l.i.z.a.____/mehendi-artistry-for-special-occasions/your-love-story-in-henna) by Aliza · Mehendi Artistry for Special Occasions · Studio in Nalasopara West, Mumbai; Travels across India for events - [Custom Bridal Mehndi Portraits & Your Love Story in Mumbai](https://mytribe.in/kajalmehndiartist/figurative-portrait-henna/bridal-portraits-your-love-story) by Kajal · Figurative & Portrait Henna · Studio in Dombivli East; Travels across Mumbai & pan-India ## Book To book Leena Purabiya, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%20Leena%2C%20I%20saw%20your%20Custom%20Storytelling%20%26%20Portrait%20Mehndi%20designs%20on%20mytribe%20and%20would%20love%20to%20discuss%20a%20design%20for%20my%20wedding.)