My Story
Debra Kelly an International, multi talented Makeup Artist and Visual Artist is saught after for her experience in makeup/hair styling, creative direction, design, education and impeccable eye for detail. Debra has recently moved back to Australia, after travelling extensively for 15 years, working in Europe, Asia and North America. Debra has trained in Los Angeles, New York and Melbourne with elite artists such as Rae Morris, Roshar, Beau Nelson, Kevin James Bennett, Dina Ousley, Danessa Myricks, James Vincent, Orlando Santiago and agency represented in North America with Artists Within.
Debra’s work has been featured in many publications, including HACID, STELL, ELLEMENTS, STANDOUT PUBLICATIONS, HUFF, made several appearances on television and worked in the tv/film industry. She is often interviewed by the press, appeared in featured blogs and often seen behind the scenes at fashion shows and events. Known for her innovative flare and evocative design pieces from paper Debra incorporates all her design and makeup skills into works of art. Her masterpiece YAEZAKI stood proudly in gallery windows of downtown Calgary and has been featured in artisan shows such as RAW and most recently SESHEN a exquisite Lotus design featured in The Royal Melbourne Flower Show.
Debra excels and is well respected in all areas of her industry and highly experienced in the role of mentor and educator having taught at the prestigious makeup school NIIDM in Alberta, Canada and Beauty EDU, Melbourne. She has won the hearts of many with her passion and nurturing nature and has been instrumental in developing and encouraging aspiring artists leading them to successfully pursue their goals.
Debra is also as an Independent Global Airbrush Makeup Educator and founder of The Airbrush Academy which is committed to delivering the best airbrush education for the beauty industry with her innovative and carefully designed classes to elevate every artists skill set.
The Airbrush Academy is a private training studio with a carefully curated program dedicated to airbrush makeup and intensive airbrush training. With small classes and first class airbrush facilities Debra will break bad habits learnt in previous classes, provide tips and techniques to deliver flawless , HD ready makeup using the airbrush system and guide artists to skills that aim to elevate artistry.
Recent ventures have included a business expansion under Debra Kelly Creative & Co. A dedicated hub to all things Debra does on a creative level and bringing that to the current market. An explosion of colour, creativity and flowers. Lots of flowers and everything flowers located in the heart of Olinda- The Mount Dandenong Ranges.
