--- title: "Behind the Scenes: My Mehndi Process & Artistry in Mumbai" description: "Peek into the life of a professional Mumbai mehndi artist. See my process, natural henna techniques, and custom designs for weddings, festivals, and baby showers." canonical: https://mytribe.in/sanjana.creations_/special-occasion-themed-mehndi/behind-the-scenes-my-mehndi-life last_updated: 2025-12-29 --- # Behind the Scenes of My Mehndi Hustle Tribe Verified · Travels across Mumbai for every booking. By [Sanjana](https://mytribe.in/sanjana.creations_) · Travels to venues across Mumbai and pan-India · ₹400 Per Side (estimate) Part of [Special Occasion & Themed Mehndi](https://mytribe.in/sanjana.creations_/special-occasion-themed-mehndi). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/sanjana.creations_/special-occasion-themed-mehndi/gallery) You have seen the final stain, but here is what goes into making it happen. From local train commutes to the final touch, this is the real deal. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Not fully charged but always fully committed. A glimpse into a typical day, running on chai, talent, and lots of client love.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3244447d-917d-4aa7-90ef-a17f9700b673) - [Video: If you want to know the real meaning of patience, ask an artist. A short video showing the focus and dedication required for this art form.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/06f15eef-460a-4609-a9b5-9a1e665b5968) ## About Behind the Scenes: My Mehndi Life Ever wonder how I get that deep maroon stain? It starts with mixing fresh, organic henna paste, often while I am on the local train to your venue. I do not believe in rushing the prep. When you book me, you are not just getting a design. You are getting an artist who is fully invested in the preparation, the application, and yes, even fixing the smudges when you start dancing. Being a mehndi artist is not just about the final photos you see on Instagram. It is the hours of preparation, the travel across Mumbai, and the patience required to execute fine details while the world moves around us. My work is personal because I treat it that way. I prefer using fresh, essential oil infused paste because I care about the final stain result as much as you do. Whether I am at a quiet home engagement or a chaotic wedding party, my process is the same. I pay attention to the little things. If you have a specific theme, like a portrait of your pet or a baby shower motif, I spend time sketching that before I even touch the skin. This is not mass-market service. It is an artist to client collaboration. I also believe in being real with my clients. Mehndi takes time, and I respect that. If you are planning a group booking for a wedding or festival, let us chat about how we can manage the timeline so no one is waiting around. I am a fixer too. Did you smudge your design while dancing? Do not panic. I am always there to touch up and make it right before the event ends. ## About Sanjana I am Sanjana, and I treat every set of hands like a fresh canvas. I am just as happy sketching a panda for a baby shower as I am creating deep maroon bridal patterns, and I will travel anywhere in Mumbai to make it happen. 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