Professional face painting and henna artistry for every occasion!
Bring color and handcrafted henna to your next Inglis event. Sunshine’s 20+ years of experience makes parties smoother and photos pop—book early to secure a weekend slot.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–3 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; suitable for hosts and guests of all mobility levels
Wildlife
History
Henna has a centuries-old cultural history as temporary decorative body art used across South Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa for celebrations and rites.
Conservation
The operator emphasizes minimal footprint—single-use applicators for hygiene and careful supply planning to limit waste at events.
Dawn's Sunshine Retreat
Professional face painting and henna artistry for every occasion!
Dawn's Sunshine Retreat is a woman-owned creative getaway located in Inglis, Florida on the Nature Coast. The retreat offers short stays and services focused on art, relaxation, and local outdoor adventures. Guests can book multi-night retreats that include guided art classes with full access to a well-equipped art studio, continental breakfasts, and peaceful shared spaces such as a screened porch and outdoor areas for stargazing.
Retreat options include Dreams of Nature (relaxation, optional personalized art classes, and nearby Gulf activities), Chillaxed Momma (two guided art classes with neurographic and mixed-media painting plus studio access), Sea Babe and Sunset Delight (two-night creative getaways with two guided classes, sunset painting, and optional kayaking and nature walks), and henna and face-painting services available for events or private sessions. Henna artists and face painters at the retreat complete 15 to 18 designs or faces per hour, offering both intricate full-arm designs and smaller custom pieces.
Located near the Withlacoochee Trail and local preserves, the retreat provides easy access to hiking, kayaking, and opportunities to swim with manatees in nearby waterways. Dawn's Sunshine Retreat operates from a welcoming home environment focused on creativity, small-group instruction, and personalized services. The combination of on-site studio time, guided classes, and optional outdoor excursions makes it suitable for creatives, mothers seeking a restorative weekend, small gatherings, and event entertainment. All offerings emphasize a relaxed, friendly atmosphere in a woman-owned setting.
Advance bookings and custom add-ons are available to tailor each stay to individual creative goals and small groups welcome.
Owner
Woman-owned
Warm, welcoming home
Location
Inglis, FL
Florida's Nature Coast
Art Studio
Studio access
Guided classes and supplies included
Service Rate
15–18/hour
Henna & face painting pace
Book guided art classes, henna, or face painting and add kayaking or nature walks to personalize the retreat.
Book peak dates early
Weekends and holiday weekends fill fast; secure your deposit at least 4–6 weeks ahead for best time slots.
Communicate age ranges
Tell the artist the mix of kids and adults so designs and session length can be planned for smooth flow.
Patch-test for sensitivities
Request a small skin patch test prior to a henna session if guests have sensitive skin or allergies.
Provide shade and seating
If outdoors, confirm shade and a couple of chairs near the booth to keep lines comfortable and reduce touch-ups.
Pop-up canopy or shade
Keeps artist and guests comfortable and protects paints and henna from direct sun.
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Folding chairs
Provides a steady place for detailed face painting and henna application.
Portable table with cloth
Organizes paints, applicators, and hygiene supplies for efficient service.
Disposable wipes and sanitizer
Maintains hygiene between clients and handles small messes quickly.