Rose Garters

Been looking forward to draw something like this.

Rose garters. A single rose as the core with leaves as the 'garter' belt.

One of more to come. 

Floral garters

I've been meaning to do garters for a long time. I love them without the hassle of removing and putting it on. So I've gotten my own version which will last a bit.

Core design is inspired by 3 sunflowers.

Doodling in the first quarter of the year

January was the busiest time I ever hand for a while. Racing with time to complete my dissertation. Finally it's done and over with. Phew.

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February came and went. I spent most of my time in my beloved home country. Malaysia. I've visited places I've never been before. There is so much to offer. This trip I've visited Kuching in East Malaysia. The Semenggoh Wildlife Sanctuary - where the forest is preserved for the habitat of orang utans. Amazing creatures.



Another reason for being excited - that is if you are a reptilian fan, Crocodiles! Jong's crocodile farm houses dozens of crocodiles of all shapes and sizes. I've been in love with these creatures all my life, visiting the farm is definitely in my to do list.

What I like about this is that there is an area where crocodiles were kept in an open enclosure - similar to their natural habitat and we (I mean visitors) can walk on the bridge up above and view them in their magnificence. Never the less, this is not for the faint hearted for Mr. Croc may be just right below you!

This guy is just right by the bridge we were walking on.

Ever seen a crocodile smile at you? I bet all of you have not. I have never thought that one could but this put my skeptical thoughts to rest. It looks as if it IS smiling. I was alone at the area at that time. It was an eerie feeling as I recall local stories of how Mr Croc tricked Mr Buffalo to help him and in return, it bit Mr Buffalo's leg, refused to let go and smile. Along came the mousedeer with sheer cunning and wits to save the day. Sum it up. It was creepy as the pupils of the eye seem to focus on one spot. Probably I look like food?

Now you have seen the smilling crocodile, let's move on the core of the post.
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Henna!
I generally haven't done much hennaing in the first two months as you know. I enjoy doing hennaing and of course one day I would definitely love to be proficient at this. But never the less, this is a chance for me to put my progress into words. I believe in the saying that practice makes perfect.

Gillter is an interesting medium for body art decorating but it does not last. It's excellent for enhancing a design or probably for chldren events. They'll love it.

The day before working on the wedding show, I decided to give myself a little warm up before drawing on dozens of people. The simple floral strip is the easiest to draw due to the flexible and repeatitive design.

Another warm up with designs which I've taken off a book. Similar structure but definitely different motifs.

I tried to do a little traditional bridal henna practise but I was in a little hurry and was anxious to finish the design. The end was a little to simple to match the design feature but oh well, I've learnt my lesson. Some designs just don't match.

This is a more arabic approach where designs are bold and striking.

Simple feet design (Part 2)

Here are the photos taken the following day. I tried my very best not to expose my feet to any form of water/liquid the whole day.

Simple feet design

I'm all in with checkered boxes these days. I try to incorportate it in everytime I come up with something new. I love the drawing experience; this time I am using some henna powder imported from India which I got from a friend of mine.

It's smooth and flows easily. It stains quite nicely too. I'll upload the photos of the stains later.

Top view


Side view, there's a strand running by the side of the foot.


45 degrees view

More floral henna designs

I've been quite busy for the past few weeks but nevertheless, managed to squeeze some time off for a relaxing therapy.

Here are some of the henna done. I have this new affinity for checkered boxes.

Just for fun

More simple henna designs to spice up a boring afternoon. Picking up a henna cone and drawing a new design every time is always a new and exciting experience for me.

At the side of the knee.


Beneath the collar bone.


On the arm, I love the unique feature of the flower (which was embossed on the dining clock in the dining room; so I've modified the design to 3 stalk of flowers bound together with a bow)

minion crepes

A reproduction of a design I got off the net with some slight modification. A simple floral design which can be modified to suit almost all occasion from simple strips to bridal designs. More close up photos were uploaded to the photo gallery.

wild beauty

Inspired by a design from another henna artist on Facebook, she copied the design off a book but the design was drawn on the hand. I loved the design at first sight but I prefer something more elaborated so I've modified it to fit the leg.

lovely note

A simple contemporary design inspired by expressing your inner voice. Hearts, depicts an intensely amorous affair with oneself. A warm affection translated into a note to the special one, the core theme of this piece of work.

glory delight

Simple designs with bold flowery patterns (depicting morning glories, I just have this thing for purple and pink morning glories) with complementing leaves and little ferns giving a finnishing touch to the designs.

Ribbon garters

I love dressing up and accessories. So I decided to get a pair of garters henna-ed on my legs. Ribbons and bows. At least it will last for about a week or so without the hassle of getting it on and off. *winks* I'll try to come up with more garter designs in the future.

twin strands

I always wanted henna designs on my legs. The bending posture is a little torturing but it all turns out well. Well, I am not as flexible as used to be. This is henna is done using home made henna paste. Flowery designs on both legs complementing each other.
Here it goes.

Bridal Henna Collection 2010 (Part 3)

This bridal henna design is designed for those who loves intricate patterns with curvy veins and leaves running by the side of the feet. This suggest an impression of wearing shoes with intricate patterns. The main patterns in this design is repeated flower filler with a swirly core that fills up the front part of the feet. You will be able to see the flowery fillers if you look at it more closely.

Floral henna for the feet

Floral designs adorning the feet centering on the bold large flower surrounded by curvy veins and complementing floral patterns.