Located at the historic in the Arts District of Santa Cruz, CA since 2009 I specialize in custom designs for all occasions, and also temporary exploration for permanent tattoo design. I also offer jagua body painting which stains a lovely dark blue and simulates a tattoo. It is a natural alternative to toxic "black" henna. I do parties of all sizes and see people by appointment
here in Santa Cruz. I will travel for a 2-hour minimum event (public or private). For events, I am able to execute 5 to 15 designs an hour in a variety of styles including traditional, modern, realistic, and my own blended styles. Multiple artists are available for larger or themed events, as well as dancers, musicians and caterers. My clients love my creativity and attention to detail which really personalizes the experience. Testimonials
"A wonderful henna artist whose level of creativity is matched by her intuitiveness and grace. Her ability to take the mundane and transform it into the sacred is astounding!!!! Sought after by many for her services, her reputation remains unchallenged. She is the only henna artist I would even consider using for my personal initiations, transitions, and celebrations of life." - Regina Lynne
"I have hired Rica to do henna tattoos at two parties: a ladies' night out and a teenage girls' birthday celebration. She is delightful, talented, timely, and reasonably priced. I recommend her highly." - Enid
