Tribe Verified· 10 years of professional mehendi art.

Custom Portrait Mehendi Art

byPriya PhanaseTravels to client venues across Mumbai and pan-IndiaStarts from₹2,200 Per PortraitView full gallery

Realistic mehendi portraits capturing your loved ones or idols, from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj to family members, crafted with precision using stencil-transfer and fine hand-shading.

A powerful portrait of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on the palm. The word 'Maharaj' is written on the fingers, and the detailed shading captures his iconic profile.

This video shows my process for creating a complex portrait. I use a stencil to get the perfect outline of Shivaji Maharaj, and then I do all the intricate shading and detail work by hand.

A tribute portrait of the great Lata Mangeshkar, surrounded by musical notes. This is a perfect example of how I can create a likeness of any public figure from a photo.

A portrait of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar on the forearm, with a quote in Marathi. Creating portraits of respected leaders is an honor, and I focus on capturing their dignified expression.

Watch the process of creating a Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar portrait, from placing the stencil to the final henna application. This technique ensures accuracy for detailed figures.

A realistic mehendi portrait of actor Dulquer Salmaan. I love the challenge of capturing a person's smile and expression using only henna.

A short video showing a beautiful portrait of a woman in traditional attire on the palm. The shading on her saree and jewelry gives the design a lovely 3D effect.

The final still image of the traditional woman portrait. The clean lines and detailed finishing make this a beautiful piece of figurative art.

This image shows my mehendi portrait of Shivaji Maharaj next to the original reference sketch. You can see how I translate the drawing into a detailed henna design.

A short reel showcasing the finished Shivaji Maharaj portrait, comparing it to the reference drawing. It highlights the accuracy and detail of my portrait work.

About Custom Portraits (People & Icons)

I do not just sketch in henna. To get that lifelike 3D effect, I use a stencil-transfer for the base, ensuring every feature is accurate. Then, I spend hours on the fine shading by hand, bringing depth to eyes, clothes, and expressions. If you have a specific photo, I can turn it into art on your palm—just send it over 2-3 days before the event.

10 years of professional mehendi art. — Approved by the tribe

Priya Phanase

Travels to client venues across Mumbai and pan-IndiaStarts from ₹2,200 Per Portrait

I have been doing this for ten years and still, nothing beats the look on a client's face when they see their loved one's portrait in mehendi. Whether it is a tribute to Raje or a memory of your family, I treat every design like my own story. If you want something real and personal, I am here.