Re: And thats a big 10%
Posted by Kenzi on June 1, 2001 at 15:59:53:
In reply to: Re: And thats a big 10% posted by Joe B on June 1, 2001 at 15:32:49:
: That a big 10% of artists that are more than happy to apply: colored paste for the customers satisfaction. Of course the more
: colored paste you apply the more customers you will have.
: Get my point or is it the time of year when you realy feel
like
: making big bucks....never mind 7000 years of tradition?
I respectfully disagree with this point. I don't believe that colored
henna always wins out over natural henna. Some people think they
prefer colored henna but once they have an experience with the natural
and traditional form of henna they never go back. I have clients who
love the orange color you get from removing the paste too soon...they
don't want it to get dark. Natural henna is not just about color but
about an experience, kinship with the artist, being pampered, getting
in touch with an ancient tradition, learning something new. Many
people prefer that to just having some black or colored henna slapped
on them with a cry of "next!" ringing out over their head once the
application is completed.
In terms of making the big bucks, I don't think henna--traditional or
colored--is the way to go. I find that I am making more money the
more time I spend with my clients. I trashed my $5 designs so no more
kids who think this is just a temporary tattoo (have I said this
enough yet?!). My prices are a little higher but that hasn't deterred
people it just brings people who want a real experience and who are
invested in quality. Also, those clients pass my name along to
friends, keep coming back and hire me for special events.
Like in most businesses, it's more about quality of product and
Follow Ups
- Thats what I am saying
Joe B 19:14:45 6/1/2001
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