
Born and raised on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, Easter-Lily Smith is a multidisciplinary creative, educator, and entrepreneur with over 16 years of experience across modeling, pageantry, performance, and visual arts. A nationally recognized and multi-state pageant titleholder, she has spent more than 14 years in competitive pageantry, public speaking, and community representation, serving as an emcee, spokesperson, and advocate for nonprofits and creative initiatives.
Her background spans professional modeling including 8 years in boudoir, runway, television appearances (including Hawai`i Five-0), and brand representation. She is also a professional makeup and hair artist with extensive experience in photography, lighting, and creative direction allowing her to approach every project with a full scope, production-level perspective.
Beyond traditional modeling, Easter-Lily is an aerial and movement artist trained in aerial silks, chains, trapeze, lyra, pole, flow, burlesque, and hula (under the instruction of Kumu Hula Candace Marticio-Melendez, Halau Hula Ka Lei Mokihana I Ka Ua Noe); blending athleticism, storytelling, and cultural artistry into her work. Her creative practice is grounded in empowerment, self expression, and intentional representation.
In addition to her artistic career, she is a full-time Early Childhood Educator, curriculum creator, and illustrator, as well as the founder of multiple creative and educational ventures. Through her work, she bridges artistry, education, and advocacy with her community platform- The GLOW Project, while mentoring youth, supporting at-risk and APPI communities, and creating spaces where creativity and confidence can thrive.
The
GLOW PROJECT
The Growing, Learning, Overcoming, and Wellness Project is a community centered empowerment initiative founded by Easter-Lily Smith that uses creative arts, education, and mentorship to support youth, women, and underserved communities- particularly at risk and APPI individuals.
elys bazz books
Elys Bazz Books is a creative publishing brand founded by ELILY, offering illustrated books, educational resources, and creative tools designed to nurture imagination, emotional intelligence, and self-expression. The brand blends story telling, art, and learning to support children, educators, and families through intentional inclusive content
LILYS LEARNING
HOUSE
Lily's Learning House is an early childhood education program focused on developmentally appropriate, play based learning. Founded by ELILY, the program emphasizes social emotional growth, creativity, and foundational academic skills. LLH strives to provide a nurturing environment where young learners can build confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning.
Mahina Movement
& co
Mahina Movement & Co. is a movement-based arts and empowerment collective founded by ELILY. The company offers circus and performance arts training, creative workshops, dance wear and clothing boutique, and mentorship focused on confidence, body awareness, and self-expression. Through accessible programming and in-house scholarships, MMC supports at-risk and APPI youth while creating and supporting inclusive space where artistry, strength, and identity can flourish.
We offer mentorship training and coaching. Visit our Contact tab for more information and prices.
BEHIND THE ARTS
Awards & Honors
Mrs. South Sound America
Washington 2024-2025
1st Pl Aerial Star Competition, Inter Trapeze
USA 2023
FILAM Fashion Week Volunteer Coordinator
Seattle, WA 2025
1st Pl Aerialympics Nationals, Inter Silks (V)
Salt Lake City, UT 2023
1st RU USOA Mrs Washington 2025
Washington 2024
1st Pl Aerialympics Regionals, Inter Silks (V)
Sheboygan, WI 2023
USOA Mrs. South Sound 2025
Washington 2024
1st Pl Aerialympics Regionals, Inter Silks (V)
Eugene, OR 2023
1st RU USOA Mrs Washington 2024
Washington 2023
Miss Mermaid Fest
Yelm, WA 2022
USOA Mrs. South Sound 2024
Washington 2023-2024
Eagleview Community Mayor
JBLM, WA 2022-2024
Runway FILAM Fashion Week
Tacoma, WA 2023
1st Pl Top Model Runway Halloween
Tacoma, WA 2021
Miss Hawai`i Cosmos USA 2019
HONOLULU,HI- 2019
President's Volunteer Service Award-Gold
WASHINGTON DC - 2018
State of Hawaii Community Service Award
HONOLULU, HI - 2019
Pageant Judge-Tiny Miss Hawaii Princess
HONOLULU,HI- 2018
1st RU- Miss Hawai`i United States 2018
HONOLULU,HI- 2018
Miss North Shore United States 2018
HONOLULU,HI- 2018
MUA- Listen Flavor, International Runway
HONOLULU,HI- 2018
Emcee- Miss Hawaii United States of the Americas
HONOLULU, HI - 2018
Miss United America 2017
AUSTIN, TX - 2017
Miss Hawai`i United America 2017
HONOLULU, HI - 2017
MUA-Louis Vuitton Event
KAPOLEI, HI - 2017
Miss Mililani USA 2016
MILILANI, HI - 2016
Pageant Judge- Miss Hawaii Elementary America
HONOLULU, HI - 2016
Top Model Hawaii Performer
HONOLULU, HI - 2015
Emcee- Miss Shining Star Special Needs Pageant
HONOLULU, HI - 2015
Miss Hawai`i United Continents 2015
HONOLULU, HI - 2015
Emcee Halloballoo Festival
HONOLULU, HI - 2014
Runway-Uno de 50
HONOLULU, HI - 2014
Miss Latina Hawai`i 2014
HONOLULU, HI - 2014
Children's Miracle Network High Achiever Award, Miss Latina Hawai`i
HONOLULU, HI - 2014
Interview Award Miss Latina Hawai`i
HONOLULU, HI - 2014
Swimsuit Award Miss Latina Hawai`i
HONOLULU, HI - 2014
Talent Award Miss Latina Hawai`i
HONOLULU, HI - 2014
Runway-Patty's Closet, Local Boutique
HONOLULU, HI - 2014
2RU Miss East Oahu & Miss Kahala Scholarship Pageant
HONOLULU, HI - 2013
Children's Miracle Network High Achiever Award, Miss East Oahu & Miss Kahala Scholarship Pageant
HONOLULU, HI - 2012
Phi Theta Kappa Alpha Lambda Gamma Service Officer
PEARL CITY, HI - 2009

