Hi, I’m Elyse.
Elyse Sadtler is an Internationally Certified Natural Henna Artist based in the rolling hills of Northwest Connecticut. After being introduced to henna by an Indian friend, she became passionate about this ancient art form. In 2017, she founded Henna By Elyse. As a self-taught professional, she enjoys experimenting with various design elements from intricate Indian patterns to geometric Moroccan motifs. A state certified educator by trade, Elyse puts her love of teaching to use by offering workshops and classes to teach others about this beautiful form of body art. Henna allows for endless creative expression, and she enjoys sharing it with others!
Henna Artist as Facilitator
“Over time I have realized that I am more than just a henna artist. I enjoy sharing this art for art’s sake, and oftentimes I also find myself in the role as a facilitator, too. Like the time I was hired to provide henna for a 10th birthday goddess celebration with the birthday girl, her mom and another special adult woman in her life. Henna was the part of the ceremony that represented the Earth element. I was invited to light a candle and share a wish each adult had for the birthday girl at the start of the celebration: May you find joy in change.”
“As I hennaed each person’s hands, I shared my knowledge of henna’s ceremonial uses tor blessing and protection, and incorporated special goddess symbols, like spirals, in each person’s design. We enjoyed sharing stories and listening to music as I worked.”
“Whatever life milestone celebration you hire me to do henna for, I will provide a beautiful, customized henna design for you, in addition to offering a listening ear and my support at your current juncture on your journey through life.”
Our Team
Henna By Elyse works with an area network of henna professionals to ensure we are able to provide henna services for your occasion even if Elyse is not personally available. All professionals we work with are talented, reliable and fully insured. We’ll handle the seamless booking process for a fantastic end result you and your guests will enjoy!
My Trainings
• International Certification for Natural Henna Artists, 2017
• Certificate of Completion (75 hours of study), Earth Spirit: Plant Spirit Healing & Primitive Nature Connection, Twin Star Herbal Education, December 2019
• Diploma in Organic Skincare Formulation, Formula Botanica, June 2020
• Certificate of Completion (175 hours of study) Foundations of Herbalism, Twin Star Herbal Education, November 2021
Henna Application
Check out these time-lapse henna designs Elyse created at a Moroccan wedding in June of 2023.