Beginner Henna Art

Adult / Art -

Adult Summer 2025

Curious about henna art but don’t know where to start? This basic, entry-level class is perfect for beginners with little to no experience. Whether you're simply exploring a new hobby or dreaming of becoming a henna artist, this class will help you build a strong foundation.

What You’ll Learn: Henna Theory: Introduction to the history, cultural significance, and types of henna (organic, black, colored, glitter). Design Basics: Step-by-step guidance on how to draw simple and traditional henna patterns like flowers, paisleys, and vines. Application Techniques: Learn how to prepare and hold a henna cone, control the flow, and apply designs smoothly on the skin. This class is designed to be supportive, hands-on, and fun—no previous experience needed! Come ready to learn, practice, and express your creativity.

This class is open to individuals of 13+, if participant is under the age of 18 another registered adult supervisor is required.

Mariyam Majid Palsani

My name is Mariyam, originally from India, and I moved to the United States in 2017. I’m married and a proud mother of three wonderful children. I am a professional henna artist with a deep passion for arts and crafts. I’ve been practicing art for many years and love exploring new designs and techniques. I specialize in both organic and black henna, and also enjoy working with colorful and glitter henna styles. I joined the Hopkins Community Center to improve my English, and through that supportive environment, I found the confidence and opportunity to start teaching henna art classes. Sharing my skills and creativity with others brings me great joy, and I’m always excited to meet aspiring henna artists—whether they pursue it professionally or simply for fun.

Besides henna, I enjoy cooking and spending my free time doing crochet or exploring other crafts and artistic hobbies. Creativity is a big part of my life, and I love using every opportunity to learn, share, and grow through art.

July 2025