Ocean creatures

When Stephanie wrote and said she was most attracted to moon and whale designs, I felt a wave of excitement. I had recently sketched a moon and whale idea and was thrilled for the opportunity to put it on a belly. 

There’s something so special about celebrating a woman’s pregnancy, creating a sacred space together for the art with intentions. I never tire of it. 

As the design unfolded and the details came through, I found myself enjoying adding the extra creatures: there’s a seahorse, jellyfish and crab in this design. 

This was one of my last henna sessions before my winter break, and by the time we finished the sun had already set. All the photos are from inside my studio.