"Storytelling is the oldest form of education." 

-Terry Tempest Williams

Every vision begins as a story.  

My name is Lee Foster and I began Taproot Media to support the solution-oriented voices of today's world.  Taproot Media is an audio/visual business, working to increase the representation of organizations, entrepreneurs and individuals engaged within the wider scope of biodiversity, land regeneration and community/personal health.  I create content media, short documentaries and educational videos that meet the needs of my clients.  

Because Stories Have Impact: Taproot Media grew out of a desire to amplify voices actively working to honor, shift and transform culture.  I use media to support the creation of a new paradigm whereby culture supports sustainable, life-affirming practices that respect the history and lineages that brought us here.  With an educational background in International Relations and Cultural Anthropology, I began my work as a darkroom photographer over 20 years ago after recognizing how powerful imagery could be utilized as a tool for activism. Through my photographic exhibits, I’ve raised funds, built audiences, and brought awareness to projects doing vital work in their communities.  Over the years I've had the opportunity to grow my unique and strong skillset in professional interviewing, editing and video production.  My desire to listen, support and represent voices of the clients and projects I have come to know has been one of my greatest life gifts. 

On video production:  With the fast progression of technology, the accessibility of high quality video production is becoming increasingly available to people of all walks of life. My work is to use creativity and strategy within the landscape of technology to further your message.  My role as a videographer and a media-creator is one that offers custom, unique imagery and engaging audio to support your message. 

My clients:  Today, more than ever, I recognize the power and honor behind producing videos that help teach, share and visually communicate in an impactful way.  I work with individuals, businesses and organizations that value and honor reciprocal relationships with nature, one another and the world-wide community.  I support a positive, solution-oriented film/media industry that lifts up women, LGBTQIA folx and communities of Color and feel honored for any opportunities to extend my work to amplify the voices of these individuals/communities.

It is our responsibility to tell the stories that lift the trajectory of the earth, give us a myth and map to step into, a place to be inspired, a place to rest and come to understand where we have come from and where we are headed.

Portfolio

CLIENTS:

UC Davis, The Design Guild - Petaluma, Community Soil Foundation, Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria, Ceres Community Project, Holos Institute, Swiftwater Design, Black Mountain Circle, Integrative Healers Action Network, Permaculture Skills Center, Permaculture Artisans, Street Feet Project, Ecology of Awakening, Botanical Dimensions, Women Leaders in Food, Living Awareness & The Herbal Kitchen, Positive Images, Thrive Yoga.

TESTIMONIALS:

“Lee is skilled not just at the technical aspects of filming and editing, but also at helping her clients understand the best way to convey their story and the impact of their program. She helped us translate our work to the screen in a way that connects viewers to the heart of our work. It has been a pleasure to work with her!”

-Deborah Ramelli, Communications Director of Ceres Community Project

"Working with Lee was a complete pleasure.  She is very organized and came well-prepared for our session which went smoother than I could have hoped!  She did a fabulous job on our little documentary for which I have received numerous compliments.  Lee's video work was the beginning of Street Feet's media exposure.  I now have an online community of like-minded people and health care workers that see the value of the work I do and support the goals of this project tremendously.'"

-Laura Roehrick, Founder of Street Feet

“Lee Foster has a deep dedication to utilizing her creativity and skill towards emboldening the work of those dedicated to creating a new paradigm. In our work, she was organized, helping me to focus on the strategy of ‘what and why’, and created a comfortable and relaxed environment where stories and inspiration seamlessly flowed. It’s easy to see how her natural curiosity, adaptability and confidence support her in being both ‘collaborator’ and ‘media-creator’, where one can be sure that their unique message will sing! I look forward to our next creation together.

- Kerry Brady, Founder and Director of Ecology of Awakening

"Working with Lee Foster and Taproot Media has been a great experience. Not only is the video and audio quality exceptional but the process is a delight. I’ve worked with many film crews over the years and I have found that my best work is done when I feel relaxed and inspired. I find Lee always gets the best out of her subjects by facilitating a comfortable and magical space for the world to shine during her filming sessions. She always gets the best out me!  The editing process is always smooth and the final product high-quality and powerful. Thank you Lee for all the amazing work you’ve done with us! Can’t wait for the next project!”

- Erik Ohlsen, Executive Director of the Permaculture Skills Center

“Working with Lee and Taproot Media was a truly wonderful experience. For many of us who had very little experience with being interviewed on camera or the experience of creating media, Lee was patient, creative, and helpful. She took the time to immerse herself in our community and understand with the unique work we do, to be able to capture and create a video that feels authentic, beautiful, and heartfelt. Every step of the process was extremely collaborative and supportive. Our community is so grateful to have this video that showcases the important work we are doing in our local community.”

- Jessica Carroll, Program Director of Positive Images

Contact

To request a consultation questionnaire please email Lee at taprootmediaco@gmail.com or fill out the contact form below.