We’ve Moved!

Greetings! A few years ago I “retired” this site, but as things never really go away in cyber-space, today I discovered it was still online, and more shockingly, still getting visitors. I invite you to please come join me over at the official Henna Lounge site, which features tons of new mehndi designs, details about …

Beach Palace Wedding

In April I had the fun opportunity of doing henna at the Beach Palace resort in Cancun. I shared some photos of that already, but it’s always exciting to see photos from the professionals. You can see the full collection of Mexican photographer Daniel Diaz’ images on his blog:  Second shooter, and equally talented, Juya, who …

The landscape that is henna

Have you ever wanted an up close and personal look at henna? This short video, shot by DreamLine Films for us, gives you a closer look at the microcosm that the body becomes when decorated with a labyrinth of tiny lines. What tiny worlds exist between the swirls and curls?

When to visit the Mayan Riviera

Last August, I visited Cabo San Lucas, where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez, and was greeted by torrential downpours and flooding in the streets. I had to roll up my pants to cross a street that literally had a fast downstream current! All this in an area that receives an inch or …

Cancun decadence

Today is my last day in Cancun. I just had the pleasure of doing henna for a lovely Mexican family here in Cancun ciudad. It makes me so happy to see that people are interested in natural henna and traditional patterns! This really is why I do what I do. Being invited into their home …

Spring Break

Ok, the secret is out. The Mayan Riviera is THE place to have your destination Indian weddings. The climate is perfect, the colors of the Caribbean are indescribable, and the Mexican hospitality is as warm as a day at the beach. Not only that, but some of the resorts in the area now offering authentic …

Kukulkan Blvd Mehndi Party

The name Kukulkan is a tongue twister and it is the name of the famed Mayan Feathered Serpent, and also the name of the main strip in Cancun, or Zona Hotelera, which boasts a collection of everything from extravagant hotels to happening nightclubs and chic shops, all set along a narrow strip of powder white …

I’ve Got the Blues

Well, I just got back from Mexico a week ago and my tan is already starting to fade, but what a trip it has been! I was lucky to work with two amazing brides, and also had some friends come visit during my down-time between events. As usual, I took plenty of photos. Sometimes I …

MOOP

I am writing to you live from the Mayan Riviera in the tiny beach community of Tulum. The hotels here are off the grid, powered by solar and wind energy, and this hidden gem is quickly becoming a Mecca for so-called off the beaten track travelers, honeymooners, and Burning Man types. The beach here is …

Amazing slideshow from Tulum wedding

If you’ve been following my adventures, you know that in November I had the wonderful opportunity to do henna for the wedding of a beautiful couple. The very talented Del Sol Photography shot their multicultural nuptials on the beach in Tulum, in the Mayan Riviera. The location is nothing short of stunning, but the couple …