Meet Ramona Kelly, your go-to creative project manager in the realms of beauty and fashion. With her very own imprint, Ramona Beauté, she’s the visionary collaborator you need to elevate your advertising and content endeavors across media, entertainment, and the health and wellness industries.
Ramona’s impressive journey through education, spanning Chestnut Hill College, Université de Montpellier, Atelier Esthetique, and the Aveda Purefessional program, has equipped her with a unique blend of technical and creative skills. These skills are the foundation upon which she empowers her clients to shine.
As a producer, Ramona has orchestrated multiple photoshoots, taking charge of everything from model selection to location scouting and the direction of wardrobe, hair, and makeup design. Her mission is clear: to transform the world with beauty in every facet.
In her work, Ramona holds utility and simplicity in high regard, finding meaning in the natural and the minimal. Whether the client is a global brand or a budding startup, Ramona’s exceptional track record and chic sensibility are trusted and celebrated as the key to achieving stunning results with unwavering professionalism.
Based in the vibrant heart of the NYC Metro Area, Ramona Kelly is your dedicated partner for all things beautiful and fashionable. Join her in shaping a world where beauty knows no bounds, and every project blooms into a masterpiece.
HISTORY
1962
LONGPORT, NEW JERSEY
Ramona Neé
1962–1981
LONGPORT, NEW JERSEY
Beach life, preppy, to disco.
1981
HOLY SPIRIT HIGH SCHOOL, NEW JERSEY
Graduates from high school and dreams of pursuing a career in fashion.
1981–1985
CHESNUT HILL COLLEGE, PHILADELPHIA
While studying English Literature Ramona was in demand for her makeup and hair styling skills by her fellow classmates.
1983–1985
AIX-EN-PROVENCE, FRANCE
Studies abroad at Institute for American Universities.
MONTPELLIER, FRANCE
Studies abroad at Université de Montpellier.
1992–1996
NEW YORK CITY
Becomes a mother of two.
1997
NEW YORK
Graduate of Atelier Esthétique Skin Care & Makeup Career launched.
1998–2004
NEW YORK
Aveda Salon and Spa NYC-Pro Ayurveda Skin Care specialist + certified as an Aveda Purefessional Makeup Artist.
2004
BI COASTAL STYLIST
Yoga shoot specialist, wardrobe development, makeup + hair, design & direction for large scale photoshoots.
“Ramona is my favorite makeup artist to work with. I know that I can rely on her to create beautiful faces. All the models love and immediately trust her (and as any photographer knows, that is often half the battle). Ramona is always there for touch ups and has great ideas but never gets in the way… she is terrific!”
B. RODD, PHOTOGRAPHER
“I love working with Ramona. She is a true professional with a dependable ability to flawlessly take my concepts and visions and turn it into the very thing that is needed. She grasps and executes on both the big picture level and with the intricate details. It is a pleasure working with Ramona!”
ELENA ERBER, CREATIVE DIRECTOR, THINKING PARTNERS
“We love working with Ramona! Her makeup + color palette is gorgeous! She is also always attentive to our needs, listening well and following our direction for stunning results. Not only does Ramona do a fabulous job with makeup, she puts us all at ease. This makeup artist is top on my list! One of the best! Thank You Ramona!!”
DEBRA LACOPPOLA, PHOTOGRAPHER, LACOPPOLA + MEIER / PHOTODUO
2020
Ramona makeup changes her name to Ramona Beauté.
