Henna is a very old art, from over 5000 years ago. It is used in many traditions cultures and countries. It is so old that historians cannot definitely say where it originated from. It is used as a way of self expression, and for joyous occasions. This essay will be stating information about the history, uses, medicinal uses, the traditions and beliefs of Henna and the different styles in which Henna can be painted.
What is henna?
Henna is the word describing the process of painting patterns on the body and it also refers to the plant Lawsonia Inermis. Lawsonia Inermis is the plant used for making the henna paste. It is a flowering tree that grows 12 to 15 feet tall, so it is not a big tree, more like a large shrub( Petkewich). It grows in warm, arid regions of the world such as India, Pakistan, and Northern Africa, the plant contains the most dye when grown in temperatures close to 120 degrees Fahrenheit, but it wilts at temperatures close to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The art of Henna is a very old tradition, crucial to many cultures in south Asia and the Middle East. For example, no wedding in India is complete without a night where all the girls from the bride’s side of the family come to put on henna.Not only is it important in Indian weddings, but it is important in almost all Middle Eastern, African and South Asian weddings. When we talk about putting henna on our bodies, it’s not at all simple, there are many styles and and strokes and techniques the artists have to use to make sure they don’t mess up.
Types of Henna Styles
The 3 most common styles in Henna. North African, Middle Eastern, and South Asian...
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Henna is a lot of things. It’s a medicine, it’s an art, it’s a plant, and it’s a way to bejewel yourself with no jewels. And in many cultures henna has become a very important part of life, for every ceremony, every holiday, every festival, henna is used. Henna is now being used in the US for temporary tattoos, so it has also become a healthy painless way to tattoo yourself. A lot of people tattoo their partners name, but if they break up, then that tattoo will always be there. Henna is a much better option for tattooing because it’s not permanent . Why should someone get tattooed with harsh permanent ink, when there’s a natural and safe alternative? Why should someone use painkillers for mild pain, when they can use henna? Until now, henna was looked at as a form of art, but it can be so much more if you use it effectively.
The Amarna style begins in 1336 BC at the beginning of Akhenaten’s reign. Many scholars believe that the Amarna period begins during the time of Hatshepsut and the usurpation but strict evidence derives from the time of Akhenaten and Nefertiti. The clearest changes witnessed in the transition from traditional Egyptian portraiture to the Amarna style are the distortion of human figures, the emotional intimacy portrayed between figures, and the non-conformity to Egyptian ideals in art. The break in custom art styles is seen in Egyptian tombs, sculpture, architecture, painting, and hieroglyphs. Many artistic rituals in Egyptian art that had been practiced for centuries were not merely changed but abandoned during Akhenaten’s
Tattoo inks have come a long way from the past to the present. The history of tattoo ink stretches back to the prehistoric times. The evolution of tattoos and inks have mainly been a journey of trial and error experiences by tattoo artists, professional and amateur, daring to try new things and making tattoo ink out of different things. Scientific American Journal explains the how tattoo ink is placed,” Tattoo ink is placed via needles into the dermis layer of the skin, where it remains permanently” (Scientific American, 3rd paragraph) .Some of the first materials that were used in making tattoo ink were “colored sand, charred nuts, bricks and soot from a burnt Bible”(Hammonds,Sandi, paragraph 1). Vegan and organic tattoo inks are known to be the safest and highest quality of tattoo ink due to the concentration of the pigments.
In this essay I will discuss the techniques of medieval enamel artist and the how and why a piece was made. In researching the subject of enamelling I became interested in both the Cloisonné and Champlevé techniques. Generally they were the major techniques used by the medieval goldsmith. But as I didn’t want this essay to read like a how to manual I wanted to elaborate on what type of pieces and the reasons why they were made.
The perception of tattoos and those wearing them has varied in societies since tattoos first started being used. Some of the reasons people had/have tattoos include: therapy, protection, homage, memory, religion, or a dumb mistake. In historic cases, tattoos were used as a way to communicate with others, and were a common occurrence in most societies throughout history. Schildkrout states “There is no culture in which people do not, or did not paint, pierce, tattoo, reshape, or simply adorn their bodies (Schildkrout).”Since modern technology has made tattoos relatively affordable, faster and slightly less painful to receive, tattooing has shifted from select groups to “everyone else”. There are no specific groups for tattoos anymore, they are seen everywhere on all types of people and are less discriminated agains...
On the other hand, pound a few beetroot leaves (boiled in water) alongside henna and apply the paste on your scalp.
In conclusion, tattoos have been accepted throughout all different societies. In the past, tattoos were seen as deviant and frowned upon because it goes against the social norm. People did not understand the significance and the creativity behind tattooing. Tattoos are a form of creativity. They are a way to express yourself, your religion, or your inner feelings. Each type has a significant meaning or reason. There are different categories and different types. There are multiple ways to get one. If you do not want permanent ones, henna is a good alternative. Even though tattooing has been around for decades, there are still risks. Tattoos can still get infected or have allergic reactions. New technology has developed to allow an unwanted tattoo to be removed. Tattoos have come a long way in society and will continue to develop throughout today’s society.
The different ways of paintings are encaustic, tempera, fresco, oil, acrylic, watercolor and gauche. Furthermore, painting is considered, along with sculpture, as “high art.” Also, the article Some Thoughts on Painting by Lucian Freud, explains the purpose of painting, which is to communicate its own individuality and emotion, and convey to the audience the feeling and experience of the image, hence, the artist’s experience too. In the other hand, another form of art is jewelry and metalwork. Unlike painting, jewelry is considered a “low” form of art; nevertheless, its symbolic and cultural meaning makes jewelry a major element in the shape of society. , The reading “Jewelry and its Connotations” is a reflection about the significance and function of jewelry during the years. For example, jewelry as a symbol of love, a...
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In this book, it talks about the impact the Gupta Empire had on India. The decline of the Gupta Empire and the culture is talked about in this book. It mentions the artistic style of sculptures during this time and the Indian arts. The author questions the artistic styles of how the Gupta Empire affected the different styles.
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In the above books a vast array of herbal and mineral preparations has been described for beautification of hair, nails and skin. Among them hair has been given prime importance. These preparations are applied as tila (ointments), Zimad (pastes). Various hair wash preparations are also described for hair growth, prevention of falling of hair, curling and straightening of hair. Face wash preparations for various dermatological conditions are frequently mentioned. Hair dyes are also well quoted. Various depilatory agents are also described to check superfluous hair and deodorant preparations as fragrant powders and tablets.
Chemically known as “calcium sulfate dihydrate,” this complex material is found throughout the world and can be utilized in many different ways. It has been used in decoration and construction as far back as ancient Egypt, and in this specific work, gypsum is the main component. In addition to material, the Statues of Votive Figures uses unique elements of art, including line. The various forms of line throughout the work add texture and make the two pieces more cohesive. Each line is meticulously carved, allowing the audience to see the detail in the hair as well as the clothes. Lastly, the use of proportion is prevalent in these pieces. The bodies of the “votive figures” are uniquely formed, containing large eyes and small hands, which alter human proportions significantly. Although the sizes of the figures differ, the motifs and specific components within each work make the statues
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Does it not sound quite splendid to have a tattoo on some part of our bodies to display for the admiration of all who see it ? Obviously tattoos are a fashion of our generation which none of us hesitates to drill their bodies for. Not only can a tattoo decorate our flesh,but it can give us a little splash of the celebrity life- for do not all celebrities have tattoos from head to foot? Gone are the days when criminals and ancient saliors were the main market for tattoos- now they are extreamly elegant. Not only this,but tattoos have the added advantage of lasting all our lives so we will take them,albeit a little faded and wrinkly, to our graves. However, in spite of all these obvious advantages I have to tell you that half of all those who have gone under the needle are having second thoughts.