Carolina Martins Magalhaes
Publication Date: February 6, 2009About Me:
I am originally from Brazil and moved to Oahu three years ago. When I first came here, it was for a visit, but then I met my boyfriend and decided to continue my education at Hawaii Pacific University.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 17193
Chelsey Renee Sponsler
Publication Date: January 30, 2009About Me:
I grew up in Los Angeles, but the Islands have felt like home since my first visit when I was 13. I moved to Oahu at 20 and currently attend Kapiolani Community College. I plan to transfer to UH Manoa next year, where I hope to enroll in the communications program.
Total Pictures: 9 Total Views: 21172
Kristina Lum
Publication Date: January 23, 2009About Me:
I'm a 1998 graduate of Hilo High School and received my bachelor's degree in psychology from UH-Manoa and my master's in counseling psychology from Chaminade University.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 19318
Sheri Lynn Haunani Taflinger
Publication Date: January 16, 2009About Me:
I'm a 1999 graduate of Castle High School and currently work as a police officer. The best part about my job is helping the community.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 15992
Emery A.K. Tavares
Publication Date: December 26, 2008Emery's Favorite Quote/Advice: "Live each day as if it's your last. Look forward - don't get stuck in the past - and always strive to be the best."
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 10282
Erica Kawehionalani Reiko Scharsch
Publication Date: December 19, 2008About Me:
I am currently a receptionist/vet assistant at a veterinary hospital. The best part of my job is seeing all the puppies and kittens, and also some of the unique dogs that come in.
Total Pictures: 7 Total Views: 18839
Clea Saldania-Rountree
Publication Date: December 12, 2008About Me:
I'm a 2002 graduate of Saint Francis School and most recently graduated from Kapiolani Community College with a degree in hotel operations and management.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 14100
Malika Dudley
Publication Date: December 5, 2008About Me:
I'm a homegrown, local girl from the Big Island and have dual citizenship in both France and the U.S. In fact, I speak French at home.
Total Pictures: 7 Total Views: 37372
Ashlyn Pierceall
Publication Date: November 28, 2008About Me:
Once I finish high school, I intend on going to fashion school to get my degree. I want to somehow be a part of the fashion industry - modeling or otherwise.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 13952
Shiela Ann Garcia
Publication Date: November 21, 2008About Me:
I'm originally from Isabela, Philippines, and graduated from Moanalua High School in 2002.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 32031
Kapono K.K. Carlbom
Publication Date: November 7, 2008About Me:
I graduated from Saint Louis School in 2004. Currently, I am a full-time student ambitiously pursuing a higher education in business management and Hawaiian knowledge.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 7926
Connor Lane Coffin
Publication Date: October 24, 2008About Me:
I moved to Hawaii when I was 21 and am currently studying biology at BYUH. I hope to one day become a naturopathic doctor in Seattle, specializing in holistic medicine.
Total Pictures: 7 Total Views: 10877
Rachel Pershin
Publication Date: October 10, 2008About Me:
I graduated from Kalaheo High School and will start taking classes at Windward Community College. I want to study early childhood development and world religion, and I would love to travel and someday be on the cover of a major fashion magazine.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 11253
Pamela Lavilla-Lyon
Publication Date: October 3, 2008About Me:
I currently work as a freelance makeup and hair stylist and my goal is to travel to New York City and Europe during fashion week doing hair and makeup for the celebrities and models.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 11271
Cody Gomes
Publication Date: September 26, 2008About Me:
I graduated from Saint Louis School in 2007 and I am studying theatre at the University of Hawaii. When I'm not going to school, I work as a fitness sales counselor for 24 Hour Fitness.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 14605
Codi Kaimana Fabella
Publication Date: September 12, 2008About Me:
I am a high school student and work as a barista at Starbucks. One day I hope to become a dental hygienist because I like helping people.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 14050
Josiah Mizukami
Publication Date: September 5, 2008About Me:
I am a graduate of Roosevelt High School and currently work as a server at Chef Mavro's by night and a real estate agent by day for Noble Turner Realty International. My true passion in life is free-diving.
Total Pictures: 7 Total Views: 11804
Charleen Ocariza
Publication Date: August 29, 2008About Me:
I am a 2000 graduate of Moanalua High School and currently work at Arcadia and Kapiolani.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 19042
Andrina Puuohau
Publication Date: August 22, 2008About Me:
My familiy's roots are in Hawaii, but I was born and raised in San Francisco. Hawaii has always been a second home to me - I came in search of fun in the sun and achieved that and so much more. I love being active and spending time enjoying life's greatest pleasures.
Total Pictures: 4 Total Views: 9856
Helemano "Mano" Gilman
Publication Date: August 15, 2008About Me:
I graduated from the Kamehameha Schools in 1999 and now work as a flight attendant for Hawaiian Airlines. One day I hope to become an entertainment news correspondent/anchor.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 9037
Kristen Stephenson-Pino
Publication Date: August 8, 2008About Me:
I moved to Oahu in 2006, but have lived overseas most of my life, in Europe and Asia. I have been modeling and acting since I was 3 years old. My career highlight has been seeing myself on a 50-foot-long poster on Tower Records in Tokyo and having people realize it was me. My dream is to be a fashion designer.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 27302
Renee "Mamo" Werner
Publication Date: August 1, 2008About Me: I was born and raised in Kailua and will be graduating in 2011. I hope to attend NYU and pursue a degree in political science, working toward becoming a successful lawyer and working fashion model.
Total Pictures: 4 Total Views: 7362
Veronique Braithwaite
Publication Date: July 11, 2008About Me:
I'm currently a teacher at Island Pacific Academy in Kapolei and have been teaching for eight years.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 14081
Tylor Boesing Perry
Publication Date: July 4, 2008About Me:
I graduated from Campbell High School in 2005 and have since then joined the Marines. I've been to many different countries and experienced many different cultures, but nothing comes close to Hawaii.
Total Pictures: 4 Total Views: 6234
Nicole Fox
Publication Date: June 27, 2008About Me:
I am the current Miss Island Oahu and have lived and worked in Hawaii, California and New Zealand. I have also spent a couple years volunteering in Ethiopia and the Middle East. I have degrees in business management and cultural anthropology from Santa Clara University, and work as a philanthropist, fashion consultant, hula dancer and model.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 17259
John Asi
Publication Date: June 13, 2008About Me:
I am a simple guy who loves to spend time with my family and friends whenever I have the opportunity.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 13351
Nahoku Keala
Publication Date: June 6, 2008About Me:
I am originally from Molokai and moved to Kauai about a year ago, but spend most of the year on Oahu going to school. While on Molokai I lived on a fishpond with no running water or electricity.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 13364
Natashia Ho
Publication Date: May 30, 2008About Me:
I was born in Taiwan and moved to Hawaii when I was a month old. I recently graduated from Mid-Pac and will be attending UNLV in the fall, majoring in dance.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 15202
Grant Teichman
Publication Date: May 23, 2008About Me:
I graduated from Kapaa High School in 2003 and moved to Honolulu to attend UH Manoa, pursuing dual degrees in political science and classical/European history. I recently finished my second term as student body president for ASUH.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 14380
Shanica Gray
Publication Date: May 16, 2008ABOUT ME
I'm a local girl, born and raised in Honolulu. I'll be graduating from high school in 2009 and plan to pursue a degree in psychology when in college, and hope to make it big in both modeling and psychology one day.
Total Pictures: 7 Total Views: 16073
Lehua Nahina
Publication Date: May 2, 2008About Me: I graduated from St. Francis School in 2001 and am currently in my junior year at HPU studying to be a nurse. I am married to a handsome surfer/carpenter, Kapono, and together we have a beautiful daughter, Kaianna.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 13186
Aaron Matthew Pookela MacDonald
Publication Date: April 18, 2008About Me:
I have lived in both Hawaii and Pennsylvania and now work as a waiter and a laborer.
Total Pictures: 7 Total Views: 11155
Jonelle Layfield
Publication Date: April 11, 2008ABOUT ME
I am a 2002 graduate of Kailua High School and now attend UH-Manoa studying kinesiology and leisure sciences. I hope to one day become a physical therapist or a professional dancer.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 13233
Marcos Nobre
Publication Date: April 4, 2008About Me:
I moved to Hawaii from Uruguay in 2000 following my family and with my head full of dreams. I'm fortunate to be blessed with the best family anyone could ask for.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 7356
Jee Hae Jones
Publication Date: March 28, 2008About Me:
I will graduate from Moanalua High School in 2009 and plan to attend college in Southern California to study psychology or a medical-related field.
Total Pictures: 8 Total Views: 17968
Kaina Kapahua-Fujita
Publication Date: March 14, 2008About Me:
I am a 2005 graduate of Mililani High School and will be attending UH to study climatology. I also work at Nordstrom in Ala Moana. My dream is to pursue acting and one day appear in a musical motion picture.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 8080
Keao Crabbe
Publication Date: March 7, 2008About Me:
I am currently pursuing my bachelor's degree in Hawaiian studies at UH-Manoa, and spent time studying in New Zealand before that.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 12436
Tasha Woodfall
Publication Date: February 22, 2008ABOUT ME
Born and raised on Oahu, I'm a sophomore at Mililani High School. I hope to one day become a registered nurse specializing in pediatric care, but in the meantime I've had many opportunities to model for Loco Boutique, Attitudes by Debra, BeigeBeige, Bad Sushi and Fantastic Sams.
Total Pictures: 9 Total Views: 17808
Brad Krzykowski
Publication Date: February 15, 2008About Me:
I've been a personal trainer in Honolulu for three years and started my own training business, Beyond Fitness Hawaii.
Total Pictures: 4 Total Views: 7604
Alanna Yoshioka
Publication Date:About Me:
A local girl born and raised. I have also lived and worked in Malibu and Tokyo. I graduated last year from Pepperdine University with a degree in public relations and business.
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Evan Loney
Publication Date: February 1, 2008About Me:
I transferred from Colorado to the University of Hawaii and I am studying creative media. I now work as a server at Chai's Island Bistro, but had previously worked in Napa for a summer before returning to Hawaii.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 8474
Tiffany Hilton
Publication Date: January 25, 2008About Me: I graduated from Waiakea High School in 2002 and moved to Oahu for college and to pursue my modeling career.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 9188
Andrio Dario Vielma
Publication Date: December 7, 2007About Me: Pau hana hangout Anywhere there’s good company Designer Mark Ecko Accessory My Coco Chanel earring and big belt buckle Vacation spot L.A.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 6445
Alana Folen
Publication Date: December 28, 2007About Me: I graduated from the UH-Manoa in the spring with a BA in journalism and a certificate in French. I work at MidWeek as a staff writer, and love meeting and learning about inspirational people and being able to tell their stories.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 14695
Corinne Owen
Publication Date: December 14, 2007About Me: Coming from a family of seven and being the eldest of five, I would describe myself as passionate, affectionate, goofy and loyal. My passions in life are photography and traveling.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 12892
Marie E. Wourms
Publication Date: November 23, 2007About Me:
I'll be graduating this year with a B.S. in applied math from Hawaii Pacific University and am working part-time as a cocktail waitress.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 14057
Alexa Peters
Publication Date: November 16, 2007About Me:
In addition to being a mother to a beautiful 2-year-old girl named Kaisha, I am currently working two jobs as a medical biller and a modeling instructor for Susan Page Modeling.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 12348
Tiffany Lother
Publication Date: November 9, 2007About Me:
I recently graduated with a BS in business marketing from Oregon State University and came to Honolulu for a change of scenery and a job opportunity at Oliver, Lau, Lawhn, Ogawa & Nakamura law firm, where I work as a secretary.
Total Pictures: 4 Total Views: 12876
Cherezade Smalley
Publication Date: November 2, 2007About Me: I was born in Florida and moved to Hawaii when I was 1. Now a senior at Kalani High School, I plan on attending KCC and later transfer to UH to study psychology.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 13732
Hudson Taylor
Publication Date: October 26, 2007About Me:
I am a recent graduate of Word of Life Academy studying business at Windward Community College. Besides going to school, I work at E&O Trading Company as a bar back and occasionally as a server assistant.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 11511
Kristyn Michelle Mathewson
Publication Date: October 5, 2007About Me:
I moved to Hawaii a little over a year ago, and I am a senior at Kaiser High School.
Total Pictures: 4 Total Views: 6657
Anthony Murata
Publication Date: September 28, 2007About Me:
I'm a Punahou graduate who attended college at the University of Colorado and HPU. I majored in marketing, but as of now my degree is on hiatus.
Total Pictures: 7 Total Views: 11182
Justin Babcock
Publication Date: September 21, 2007About Me:
I came to the Islands about a month ago to help a friend settle in at the University of Hawaii - and I liked Honolulu so much I decided to stay.
Total Pictures: 7 Total Views: 10577
Moani Hara
Publication Date: September 14, 2007About Me: I'm an honor student at Assets School and was named Miss Hawaii's Outstanding Teen for 2007.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 19965
Jennalynn Paragoso
Publication Date: September 7, 2007I'm a Sacred Hearts Academy grad studying civil engineering at the University of Hawaii.
Total Pictures: 7 Total Views: 22656
Michelle Kennedy
Publication Date: August 31, 2007About Me: I'm a soon-to-be married Waipahu grad who's modeled for 17 years and bartended for seven, including a move to Las Vegas to help open The Venetian's TAO nightclub and lounge (It's still my favorite club.)
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 17518
Kristina Marie Foster
Publication Date: August 10, 2007About Me: I grew up in Oregon and earned my degree in mechanical engineering here at the University of Hawaii. My dream is to one day work in aeronautics for the military
Total Pictures: 7 Total Views: 18738
Katrina Birkholm
Publication Date: August 3, 2007About Me:I was born on the Big Island, raised on Maui and moved to Oahu in ’05 to model and pursue an esthetics license.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 11027
Tiana DeBell
Publication Date: July 27, 2007About Me: I’ve been dancing since I was 3 and recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree in dance from the University of Hawaii.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 9401
Liana Green
Publication Date: July 20, 2007About me: I moved to Hawaii from Chicago when I was 4 and attended University Lab School, the University of Hawaii and later Hawaii Pacific University on scholarship. I’ve modeled mostly in Hawaii and Japan for companies like Guess, Mr. Sol Brazilian swimwear, Tali’s Polynesia, Takeo’s 2Couture, Mamo and Soleil.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 17026
Leandro Solano
Publication Date: July 13, 2007About Me: I'm a party promoter originally from Brazil, but I also have roots in Hilo, where I graduated from St. Joseph High and attended the University of Hawaii. As a promoter, I enjoy sharing my culture with the people of Hawaii through parties, and I'm currently promoting The Taste of Brazil coming Aug. 9 to The O Lounge.
Total Pictures: 4 Total Views: 6893
Shawn Phillips
Publication Date: July 6, 2007About Me: I graduated with honors in economics and philosophy from UCLA and worked as a financial adviser for several years before changing gears because of stress. For four years I've dedicated my life to health and fitness, running my own business offering personal training, public speaking and fitness modeling. Visit my website at shawntraining.com
Total Pictures: 9 Total Views: 14318
Radasha Ho'ohuli
Publication Date: June 22, 2007About Me: I'm an aspiring optometrist out of Kamehameha Schools and may be best known for winning Miss Hawaii USA 2006. I've modeled for Louis Vuitton, Escada, Anne Namba, Cartier and Tiffany & Co., to name a few.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 19260
Justine Stevens
Publication Date: June 15, 2007About Me: I graduated from Mid-Pacific Institute and studied modern dance and ballet in New York City. Still new to modeling, I'm learning about its ups, like having experts tend to every detail regarding hair, makeup and wardrobe. The toughest part? Overcoming my nerves. Once in a casting room full of people a photographer pointed out how cute I was, my hands were trembling.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 14221
Ryan Woodward
Publication Date: June 8, 2007About Me: Sports are a central part of my life, and a highlight was playing for the University of Hawaii men's volleyball team, Class of '04.
Total Pictures: 7 Total Views: 18288
Kelsi Kojima
Publication Date: June 1, 2007About Me: I'm an account manager trainee with a degree in economics from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. I'm also a Mililani High grad and a relative newcomer to modeling. But I have experienced some unexpected TV exposure - I was caught on camera for three seconds on the show Blow Out.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 14435
Jaime Tenorio
Publication Date: May 25, 2007About Me: I'm a Mililani High sophomore and varsity cheerleader whose highlights include making the All State Cheerleading Team in 2006 and 2007 and winning the 2007 state Cheerleading Championships in the large varsity division.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 21253
Kehaulani Christian
Publication Date: May 18, 2007About Me: I'm a teacher, public relations expert, makeup artist and licensed esthetician. I began dancing professionally at 15 and modeling at 6, and have done ads for Body Mint and AIG.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 19996
Adam Ramos
Publication Date: May 11, 2007About Me: Work all night surf all day, that's my lifestyle right now as I pursue a fire science degree at Honolulu Community College and tend bar nights at Pearl Ultra Lounge. Care to try my special cocktail creation, the Spinning Fist? I may not tell you what's in it, but it's inspired by legendary bartenders Brian Williams and Skindiver.
Total Pictures: 10 Total Views: 19765
Merlinda Garma
Publication Date: April 27, 2007About Me: I'm an aspiring doctor and actress with a bachelor's degree in biology from the University of Hawaii. As the host of OC16's Hawaii Skin Diver,my biggest foes are the elements: wind, rain, planes - you name it, we've got it on our bloopers!
Total Pictures: 7 Total Views: 29394
Tommy Meharey
Publication Date: April 20, 2007About Me: I've been self-employed in the construction business for three years, and have lived abroad in Japan and Australia. As for modeling, I've worked for Chanel, Oakley and various surf companies. I've also appeared on Lost.
Total Pictures: 7 Total Views: 13078
Anya Kop
Publication Date: April 13, 2007About Me: I was born in St. Petersburg, Russia, and now live on Oahu's West side. I'm a Waipahu High School senior and a fan of high fashion who's modeled for Chanel and Jeanie Chun. Described as a "promising new face" by Russell Tanoue, I love being myself, and having self-confidence is what made me who I am today.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 61581
Shanna Hulme
Publication Date:About Me: I recently graduated from the University of San Diego with a sociology degree. For now I'm focusing on modeling, which I started at age 13. I'm the face of Maui Divers Jewelry and have also appeared on the cover of Hawaii Bride magazine, in the Beautiful Women of Hawaii calendar, Anne Namba fashion shows and various ads and Japanese publications.
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Rich Ting
Publication Date: March 30, 2007About Me: I'm a Gemini, a black belt in taekwondo and the older brother of identical twins, Brandon and Ryan. My life's pursuits led me to work at ESPN headquarters in Bristol, Conn., and to play football at Yale when the Bulldogs won the 1999 Ivy League championship. Nowadays I'm also proud to call myself a Warrior. I'll be graduating from the University of Hawaii law school this spring.
Total Pictures: 9 Total Views: 25803
Brad Asuncion
Publication Date: March 23, 2007About Me:
I'm a Farrington High School graduate who grew up in Kalihi Valley, the middle child in a family of Portuguese, Puerto Rican, Polish, Hawaiian, Chinese and Filipino descent. My love for travel led me straight from school into a career with Hawaiian Airlines, where despite my fear of flying I take advantage of the excellent travel benefits. On a dayto-day basis I'm happily grounded, keeping my feet planted on terra firma as a ramp agent.
Total Pictures: 10 Total Views: 15209
Tracy Woita
Publication Date: March 16, 2007About Me: I was born in Germany and moved to Hawaii when I was 1. Growing up, I dreamed of becoming a model and even moved to New York to pursue my career. My portfolio includes spreads for Nike, Ben Bridge Jeweler and Jams World. But it doesn't reveal my other passion: working with special-needs children, including those with autism.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 11642
Ghana Perez
Publication Date:About Me: I'm a customer service clerk, model and actress who's been an extra on TV shows Lost, Hawaii, Baywatch, and Jennifer Aniston's movie Along Came Polly. Traveling and meeting celebrities are the perks I enjoy most. In 2004, I had a blast touring U.S. cities as a Fanta girl - I was Capri, the "strawberry" Fantana.
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Jennifer Hera Pimentel
Publication Date: March 2, 2007About Me: I'm a wife, model and Miss Hawaii 1998 whose passions are education and singing. I teach second grade at Ewa Beach Elementary and love helping to shape the world's future one child at a time. As for the singer in me, I'm onstage with Stardust every second and fourth Saturday at Sheraton Waikiki's Hanohano Room.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 20100
Leah Baker
Publication Date: February 23, 2007I'm a Castle High School grad who's modeled Vera Wang wedding gowns, Chelsea Gines swimwear, Fendi, Cartier and many Neiman Marcus fashions. When I'm not modeling I major in communications at Hawaii Pacific University. Go Sea Warriors!
Total Pictures: 15 Total Views: 25011
Nashua Solidum
Publication Date: February 16, 2007About Me:
I'm a car fanatic who earns a living on the information super-highway, where the deadlines are crazy but the work can't be beat. After graduating from Kamehameha Schools and the University of Hawaii business college, I found a niche in Internet sales and inventory management, which has been my career for almost three years.
Total Pictures: 5 Total Views: 10895
Colette Errico
Publication Date: February 9, 2007About Me: With a brain for business, Colette has a way with words. She excels in speech competitions and helped her Chaminade University team win the district level of the 2006 National Student Advertising Competition, earning $1,000 for the group and a trip to the nationals in San Francisco.
Total Pictures: 6 Total Views: 16138
Shealyn Freitas
Publication Date: February 2, 2007About Me: Shealyn's modeling career has taken her from Hawaii to Hollywood, where she once worked at a celebrity charity event at Steven Spielberg's home attended by J.Lo and other glitterati of the music and entertainment biz. It was an unforget-table time for the Kauai High grad who's modeled for Guess and whose image, shot by a Japanese photographer while she danced at a Kauai hula competition, graced a new line of VISA credit cards in the Land of the Rising Sun.
Total Pictures: 8 Total Views: 25309
Candee Verdadero
Publication Date: January 26, 2007Age: 22 Hometown: Honolulu About Me: Working 9 to 5 is no way to make a living for Candee, a former bartender at Pearl in Ala Moana Center. Hawaii born and raised, she's attended Kapiolani and Honolulu community colleges and graced the pages of glossies like SMART, Hot Rodz,FreeSurf and Heavywater.
Total Pictures: 8 Total Views: 18721