Meet Elizabeth Toller
Speaker, Intuitive Coach, Photographer
I am the creative force behind the fine-art photography that whispers tales of who we are, where we've been, and where we're heading. My art isn't just about pretty pictures; it's a mirror reflecting your story at you!
My journey into the arts began with ballet and tap, but photography stole my heart during high school and college. Despite a stint in the legal world post-college, I kept the creative spark alive with photography workshops across the US and Europe, inspired by greats like Henri Cartier-Bresson and Dorthea Lange.
The real catalyst? Watching loved ones start families ignited her passion for portrait photography, prompting me to ditch the corporate grind and open my studio. After eleven years of capturing life's milestones later, I craved a return to my artistic roots. This led me back to fine art photography, reclaiming the expressive medium I cherished in college.
Today, I thrive as a fine art photographer, blending my passion for visual storytelling with a mission to empower fellow artists through education and guidance. My journey is a testament to following my creative calling, wherever it may lead.
A CallingTo Be of Service
“To make a positive difference in the lives of those around me.”
My calling to be of service began with a simple realization: life is better when we help each other out. From a young age, I found joy in lending a hand, whether it was volunteering at local events or simply being there for a friend in need.
As I grew older, this desire to be of service only deepened. I realized that making a difference didn't always require grand gestures; sometimes, it was the small acts of kindness that had the biggest impact. Whether I was tutoring a struggling student, assisting at a community fundraiser, or just offering a listening ear, each opportunity to serve reinforced my belief in the power of compassion and empathy.
Through my journey, I've come to understand that being of service isn't just about helping others—it's about building connections, fostering understanding, and creating a more compassionate world. It's a calling that continues to inspire me every day, guiding me to seek out new ways to make a positive difference in the lives of those around me.
A Few Facts about Beth
Favorite place to travel: Paris, France
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Favorites Movie: The Others
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Favorite Music: Anything 80s or a good Irish Drinking song
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Favorite Photographers: Yousuf Karsh, Henri Cartier-Bresson, & Robert Doisneau
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Favorite Artist: Edgar Degas
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Beth’s Journey So Far
Business Positions
Professional Photographers of America - Elected Council Member - 2024 to 2027
Professional Photographer of California - Business & Arts Degree Chairperson - 2023 to present
Voyage Content Partners - Content Creator - 2023 to present
Elizabeth Toller Art – Photography/Owner - March, 2011 to Present
Photography, Marketing, & Promotion for a Fine Art Business
California Center for Digital Art – Projects Manager/Gallery Manager - November, 2017 to May, 2019
Coordination of artist for the Gallery Room; Coordinator of the Santa Ana Photo Contest; and Community Relations
Aunt Betsy’s Photography – Photography/Owner - March 2001 to March 2011
Photography, Marketing, & Promotion for a Children and Family Portrait Studio
Awards
Certified Professional Photographer - June, 2024 - Professional Photographers of America
Business & Arts Degree – January, 2019 – Professional Photographers of California
Best of Animal Category - July, 2019 - Orange County Fair
Education
West Coast School - June, 2024 - Pete Rezac - Black & White Light Done Right!
Digital Art / Photoshop - 2023 to 2024 - Santiago College
Create from Shadow Self - November, 2021 - Arthur Rainville
Digital Marketing Certificate – June, 2018 – American Marketing Association
West Coast School – July, 2018 – Carl Caylor’s Concept to Completion Workshop
West Coast School – June, 2017 – Thom Rouse’s Digital Art Workshop
Ann Monteith’s - Guerrilla Marketing Workshop – October, 2005
Landmark Education - Self-Expression & Leadership classes - 2002-2005
West Coast School – June, 2005 – Jack Davis’ Photoshop Workshop
Santa Fe Workshops – 2004 – Tony Corbell’s – Power of Light
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona – December, 1989 – B.S. Marketing Management
Professional Organizations
Professional Photographers of America
PPA’s mission is to create a vibrant community of successful professional photographers by providing education, resources and industry standards of excellence.
Professional Photographer of California
The Professional Photographers of California is a non-profit trade organization dedicated to enhancing photography through the passionate pursuit of education, sharing and unity.
Los Angeles Center for Photography
Visual storytellers change the world. They need a safe space to hone their craft and articulate their voices. Los Angeles Center of Photography (LACP) is a crucible that forges creative vision, insight, and experimentation into a vibrant photographic community that expresses the cultural and artistic crosscurrents that are the essence of Los Angeles.
