IT ALL STARTED WHEN…
From a young age, Rayna knew she wanted to be a part of the entertainment business. Born and raised on Long Island NY, she has performed in musicals, as well as a competitive show choir and had the great honor to perform on stage at Walt Disney World’s, EPCOT Center America Gardens Theater. She always loved the art of movies, TV shows, and theater.
In her last two high school years, Rayna was able to nurture her love for hair and makeup through classes in cosmetology. In the interim she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music Industry, experienced a Walt Disney World College program, did some background(extra) work, took animation and drawing classes at The School of Visual Arts, and did makeup and hair any chance she could.
It wasn’t until then that Rayna decided…. she needed more! Having the encouragement from her family, she took a leap of faith and signed up for the Masters of Makeup program at Make-up Designory in NYC. This was an eye opening experience for her and she hasn’t looked back since. Through some incredible teachers, and some intense motivation, she unlocked the ability to not only create fx makeups, but was able to sculpt her own ideas... making them into a reality!
She has had the privilege of working on several Off-Broadway productions, local productions of musical theater, and films. Rayna has also had the opportunity to get her hands dirty at prosthetic shops in Montreal and Los Angeles.
Rayna has recently become a member of the IATSE Local 798, Makeup and Hairstylists union.
Rayna: Artist, Performer, Makeup Artist, Sculptor, Ventilator
