Elizabeth Katherine Ralph-Smith (b. 2001) is a painter and etcher from Auckland, New Zealand. She was introduced to the arts through music, studying piano with the New Zealand Suzuki Institute and performing at various venues, including the Auckland Town Hall. At 18, Elizabeth pursued her passion for painting by traveling to Italy to study at The Florence Academy of Art, founded by Daniel Graves. She graduated with a Diploma in Painting in 2022 and was awarded a Graduate in Residence position.

Currently, she lives and works in Florence, where she teaches drawing and painting at The Florence Academy of Art and works as an independent artist. Elizabeth focuses on traditional painting techniques, creating her work from life to explore the beauty of her surroundings. Her art is featured in private collections across Europe, the United States, and New Zealand.