DESIGNING WOMAN

Cupertino, Calif.-based henna artist Roopa Raman brings the traditional Indian body-painting art of Mehndi to people of all ages and cultures through her company Henna Bash. Raman uses henna paste — made from the dried, powdered leaves of the henna plant — to create intricate ethnic or contemporary designs on the body. Henna art has long played a significant part of wedding rituals across many cultures, and now Henna Bash is making it a fashion statement for birthday parties, schools, corporate events, and wedding and bridal showers. For more information, call 408/621-4391 or visit www.hennabash.com.