Raúl Da Luz

Venezuelan born from Portuguese descendants of the Madeira Islands, before arriving in New York City at the age of 18.  At an early age, Raul knew he wanted to express himself artistically and creatively. This opportunity presented itself first through working in the fashion/beauty industry. Assisting top stylist and Hair Artists. Raul cultivated the skills needed to move his way up the ladder. He was able to work with celebrities like Nicole Kidman for the films: The interpreter and Cold Mountain. Working closely with Ms. Kidman lead stylist. This experience lead to more celebrities like Penelope Cruz, Mary Louise Parker, Famke Janssen, Iman,After mastering the skills of great hair, Raul concentrated on furthering his knowledge of the business side of the hair, fashion and beauty industry,

Since then, he has continued his dream by branching out into photoshoots working side by side with fashion designers, stylists, and agents as well as notable photographers for print, film and editorial work.

In 2009 Raul was named Pantene’s spokesperson for the US Hispanic and Puerto Rico markets. staring in Youtube educational videos as well as TV shows, fashion shows, radio, and print work. Like People en Español and Cosmopolitan. Raul also was invited to host pre-show awards in the red carpet for Premios Lo Nuestro for Univision and Telefutura networks. As a beauty and fashion advisor.

In 2011 Raul was hired by the global beauty brand Moroccanoil as part of the Global Creative team. In this new role, Raul traveled around the globe as an ambassador and educator for the brand. Teaching classes and making presentations in English, Spanish and Portuguese. Raul traveled to Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Colombia, Canada and most of the United States. This new role consisted of Product knowledge, hair design and working closely with the marketing, product development, and sales departments.

In 2013 Raul expanded his knowledge about the business aspect of the industry.  Working behind the scenes in New York Fashion week for runway shows, with designers Carolina Herrera, Badgley Mischka, Catherine Malandrino, The Blonds, among others.

2015 Raul started a new role as Educator,  creative director and adviser to the industry, working with top photographers .

2018 Raul starts in different projects with photographer Manny Roman creating editorial magazine covers with Miss Universe: Gabriela Isler. And most recently with super Models, Desire Cordero and sports illustrated Lorena Duran