--- title: "Custom Portrait & Storytelling Mehendi Designs in Navi Mumbai" description: "Get beautiful portrait mehendi designs in Navi Mumbai. From realistic couple portraits to divine figures, I create personalized mehendi art for your special day." canonical: https://mytribe.in/shades_of_mehendi_by_priya/custom-portrait-storytelling-mehendi/featured last_updated: 2025-09-28 --- # Custom Portrait & Storytelling Mehendi Designs Tribe Verified · 10 years creating art across Mumbai By [Priya Phanase](https://mytribe.in/shades_of_mehendi_by_priya) · Travels to client venues across Mumbai and pan-India · ₹2,200 Per Portrait (estimate) Part of [Custom Portrait & Storytelling Mehendi](https://mytribe.in/shades_of_mehendi_by_priya/custom-portrait-storytelling-mehendi). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/shades_of_mehendi_by_priya/custom-portrait-storytelling-mehendi/gallery) Every design I create is a memory turned into art. Whether it is a wedding story, a divine figure, or a tribute to someone special, I capture the details that matter most to you. ## Photos and videos - ![This is the kind of work I love the most, turning a couple's special moment into a beautiful mehendi portrait. I focused on the expressions and the flow of their outfits to capture the feeling of their dance. This custom couple portrait is perfect for bridal or engagement mehendi.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/822762ba-c462-48f5-94db-3a5111a79972) - ![A tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, one of my most requested portrait figures. I use fine lines and shading to bring out the strength and dignity in his expression, right down to the details of the turban. This is a powerful example of historical portrait mehendi.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/50862486-0d5a-42be-a2aa-eaac4b5d0a66) - ![A serene depiction of Shiva and Parvati, perfect for adding a divine blessing to your special occasion. I use careful shading to create a 3D effect, making the figures feel alive. This is a popular choice for spiritual mehendi art on the forearm.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/126fd1d0-5bbb-43be-a433-04ddb213c8ed) - ![Celebrating the journey to motherhood with a custom baby shower mehendi. This design features a loving portrait of a mother and child, with a "Coming Soon" message and cute baby elephants on the fingers. It's a beautiful way to capture this precious time.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8dbed528-11cb-4703-b4d9-b7a8bd7c55b8) - ![A complete bridal mehendi set, showing how I coordinate designs across both hands and feet. This set includes intricate patterns, traditional motifs like swans, and a divine Radha Krishna portrait, telling a complete story for the bride's big day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/08ff4013-a978-4aa1-b772-61b230abc2e3) - [Video: Watch the process of creating a divine Shiva-Parvati portrait. You can see how I build layers of henna, using different pressures to create light and dark shades for a detailed, three-dimensional finish. This is my hand-finishing technique in action.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8443c9b7-5876-4bbb-9a49-7e5b2856018d) - ![A portrait of the legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar, created as a tribute. This shows how I can create realistic portraits of famous personalities from a reference photo, surrounded by elements like musical notes that tell their story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2be946a7-755d-46e6-af9f-e06d0acc46ab) - [Video: One of my dear students sharing her experience after learning figure work in my mehendi class. It makes me so happy to see them gain confidence and create beautiful art themselves.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/260829bf-74fa-43ee-b680-d0878c3fda56) - [Video: A full bridal mehendi reel showing the entire design from the palm to the elbow. This design tells a story with a doli scene on the palm, followed by bands of traditional motifs like peacocks and elephants, creating a rich and complete bridal look.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5e32f660-c9ba-4709-a31f-2f035a1b2ffd) - ![Here I am, working on a custom design for a client. I always use a reference photo on my phone to ensure the details are perfect, whether it's a portrait or an intricate pattern. This is my passion in action.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5b1289c2-3bc1-4683-b7ae-81342596f682) ## About Featured For realistic portraits, I use a stencil-transfer base to ensure 100% feature accuracy before starting the freehand shading. It guarantees that the groom, deity, or family member on your palm looks exactly like the photograph you provide. ### My Approach to Portrait Mehendi I believe that mehendi is more than just patterns. It is your story. Over the last decade, I have focused on perfecting the art of turning photos into henna, whether it is a couple's dance moment, a historical figure like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, or a baby shower design for a new mother. ### Why Technique Matters - **Feature Accuracy:** For complex faces, I use a stencil base. This is not about cutting corners, but about ensuring the portrait captures the true expression of the person. You can trust that the groom or deity will look recognizable. - **Depth and Shading:** Once the outline is set, I switch to freehand shading. This is where the magic happens. By using different pressures with my cone, I build layers of depth, making the figures appear three-dimensional. - **Detailing:** Whether it is the intricate patterns on a saree or the specific musical notes surrounding a tribute portrait, I use an ultra-fine 0.3mm cone for the final touch. ### Making It Yours *Rajya chhota ka asena, pan swatahcha asava*—your kingdom should be your own. I bring this philosophy to your mehendi. If you have a specific scene, a wedding milestone, or a spiritual icon you want to cherish, we will discuss the elements beforehand. My goal is to create art that feels personal, not mass-produced. ## About Priya Phanase I am Priya from Shades of Mehendi. After 10 years of practice, teaching, and creating, I still get excited about every new design. I treat every bride and student like family, and I am here to help you get the perfect look for your big day. 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