Elizabeth Tril is the founder of Oakland Soul Media and a storyteller at heart. With her camera always close by, she’s passionate about capturing the real, raw, and beautiful moments that make up community life. From protests in the streets, weddings, commercials, documentaries and more. Elizabeth sees her work as a way to lift up voices that deserve to be heard and to share stories that spark connection, joy, and action.

She doesn’t think of herself as the one in the spotlight, but rather the person behind the scenes making sure the spotlight finds others. Through Oakland Soul Media, Elizabeth blends her love for photography, film, and people into work that’s rooted in justice, creativity, and a whole lot of heart.