Elizabeth Toller Speaker, Intuitive Coach, Photographer
Elizabeth Toller Speaker, Intuitive Coach, Photographer

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.

Elizabeth Toller - Speaker, Intuitive Coach, Photographer
Black and white photograph of a woman wearing a patterned blazer, sunglasses, and a beret, raising her sunglasses with her right hand and smiling, against a plain dark background. Elizabeth Toller
Black textured surface with faint scratches and spots.

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

Reiki I, II, III - 2023 to 2024 - Rain Shadow Reiki

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.

Two smiling women standing close together at an event, with a backdrop featuring logos and text. Elizabeth Toller Betty White
Woman dressed as a witch with a large black hat, smiling outdoors at a costume event. Elizabeth Toller
Group of five people participating in a crime scene-themed game, with a woman in the center aiming a toy gun, and two women on the right holding a toy knife and pointing Elizabeth Toller
A woman standing next to a vintage dark green car on a street surrounded by greenery and trees. Elizabeth Toller
A woman holding a certificate and a man standing next to her, both smiling, during an award ceremony. The background shows a presentation slide with the text 'Degree Elizabeth Toller' and part of a wooden-paneled wall. Elizabeth Toller
Group of five women and one man standing next to a horse-drawn carriage on a city street, with trees and other people in the background. Elizabeth Toller
A smiling woman holding a colorful cocktail garnished with mint in a restaurant or cafe setting. Elizabeth Toller
Man taking a selfie with a camera, woman smiling in the background, in a photography studio with a white backdrop. Elizabeth Toller

Fun Times with Beth

Three people, two women and one man, standing close together and smiling at a public event or fundraiser, in front of a backdrop with various logos and sponsor names. Elizabeth Toller
Three smiling people in formal attire posing together indoors.
Three women posing beside a red vintage Jeep on a sunny day, with trees and other vehicles in the background. Elizabeth Toller
Elizabeth Toller Certified Professional Photographer Professional Photographers of America
A man with glasses and a beard taking a selfie with a smiling woman, both wearing red conference name tags, in an indoor event space with bright ceiling lights and booths in the background. Elizabeth Toller
Two women smiling in front of a Toastmasters International backdrop. One woman is holding a trophy and a certificate. They appear to be at an awards or recognition event. Elizabeth Toller
Woman holding a bat in a construction or demolition site, smiling, surrounded by construction materials and tires. Elizabeth Toller Rage Room
Two women standing together, smiling in front of a black background. Elizabeth Toller
A woman taking a selfie with a giant whale opening its mouth at a theme park. Elizabeth Toller Disneyland
Four women standing together at an event with a backdrop that reads 'International Photographic Competition' and 'PPA.' They are smiling and dressed in casual attire, with some wearing event badges and lanyards. Elizabeth Toller
A tabby cat with green eyes lounging on a desk, surrounded by notebooks, a computer, a lamp, and office supplies in a home office setting.
A cat sniffing a wooden artist mannequin on a white sheet of paper, with colorful crayons, a white foam ball, and a black Sharpie marker nearby, on a hardwood floor. Certified Professional Photographer CPP
Thank you Candi Nash and Luna for picking me up from the doctor. Luna with her new pearls.