Debra Gutierrez...Owner/Lead Makeup Artist

Reneé Rae Makeup Studio was created by Debra Reneé Aranda-Gutierrez and her business partner, David Ray Gutierrez (Husband), to give talented artists and stylists a home to build their clientele. Debra has had experience in cosmetics and business for over five years and has a long list of satisfied brides. Merle Norman Cosmetics© was the first line to give Debra experience in cosmetics and skincare. She worked for her aunt (Aletha Aranda) who also served as a mentor and gave her insight to what she needed to know to start her own business, such as customer service, the importance of product knowledge, and money management. She then moved on to work for Lancome© & Mary Kay© to become familiar with other products on the market before starting Reneé Rae Makeup Studio. Debra is now a color specialist for Three Custom Color© to give brides a customized and natural look for their special occasion.  She returned from New York City in August of 2007 and brought back two new colors she created just for the Studio in the Three Custom Color Lab so come check them out!  Debra is also an Airbrush Makeup Artist and has continously works with one of the industry's finest, David Klasfled, CEO and creative director of Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics. 

Debra is in the studio throughout the week Tuesday through Friday and can be emailed at debra@reneeraemakeupstudio.com.

Experience:

  • Weddings/Bridal Faces
    • All ethnicities: Specializing in Hispanic and Indian Traditions.
  • Engagement Portraits
  • Bridal Portraits
  • Quinceañeras
  • Photo Shoots 
    • Houston Chronicle: Laura Wilkinson January 2008
    • KFC Employee Testimonials December 2007
  • Commercials:
    • Richard's Total Backyard Solutions
    • Dan Patrick Campaign
    • Biz Radio: The Money Game
    • 'Bee Alert' Information Video
    • Stewart Title Employee Video
    • Designing Spaces: Green Spaces
      • Fashion Shows:
        • Ode to Jazz Fashion Show, November 2007
        • Bridal Symposium, March 2006, 2007
        • Drop of Elegance Bridal Show, 2006 
        • Quinceañera & Bridal Show 2006, 2007
        • La Moda Bridal & Quinceanera Bridal Show, Nov. 2006
        • Red Carpet Bridal Show, 2006
        • Houston's High Society Fashion Show, 2006
      • Special Events:
        • NBA All-Star Game 2008, New Orleans assisting Brandy Gomez Duplessis
      • Pageants:
        • "Miss Sin Limite 2006" (The key makeup artists & stylists)
      • Professional Development:
        • Trained by The Powder Group in New York City
        • Mentored by Celebrity Makeup Artist, James Vincent
        • Mentored by Airbrush Makeup Artist, David Klasfeld
      • Cosmetic Lines
        • Obessessive Complusive Cosmetics: November 2006-Present, Distributor and Trainer
        • Chanel Freelance Artist: March 2008 - Present
        • Loreal Paris: October 2007- Present
        • Three Custom Color Specialist: June 2005 - Present
        • Lancome: June 2002 - February 2003
        • Merle Norman Cosmetics: January 2002 - June 2005