Arts Across America Presents

Create to Connect:

Fill your 2026 toolbox with the Power of the Arts & Storytelling

December 30, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Join Diane Strand for A 90-minute masterclass to help you turn creativity into storytelling
power. Craft messages that resonate emotionally, market authentically, and expand your visibility.

Get Ready for 2026

*Limited Spots Available

Meet Your Host, Diane Strand

Diane Strand is an Executive Producer, TEDx Speaker, and the Lead Entertainment and Business Columnist for Authority Magazine. As the creator of Empowerment Through Visibility and founder of JDS Creative Academy, she’s helped thousands of creatives and professionals find their voice, build confidence, and step into the spotlight.

2-Day Masterclass with Diane & Scott Strand

Ready to Break Into the Industry as an Actor, Creative or Business Leader?

If you’ve ever said, “I know I’m meant for more” — this is the training that shows you exactly how to step into the spotlight and stay there!

About This Masterclass

Creativity is more than talent — it’s a communication tool that helps you express ideas with clarity, build emotional connection, and show up with purpose. In this session, you’ll learn how to use writing, movement, visual imagery, and media creation to bring your story to life.

📅 Date:

December 30, 2025

🕒 Time:

11:30 AM PST (90 min)

💻 Location:

Live on Zoom

You’ll Walk Away With:

How the arts unlock resilience, clarity, and emotional intelligence
The Story Arc of Authenticity (Challenge → Choice → Change)
How to convert lived experience into a compelling narrative
How to turn your story into a visibility reel or tagline
How to use creative tools (visual, written, movement-based) inside your marketing
How to Be Prepared for 2026

Who This Is For

Creatives who want more clarity
Entrepreneurs who want authentic messaging
Thought leaders, coaches, and educators
Anyone who wants connection-driven visibility

Anyone tired of sounding “generic” online

Diane Strand:

Diane Strand is an Executive Producer, Serial Entrepreneur, Bestselling Author, and TEDx Speaker. As founder of nonprofit JDS Creative Academy and creator of the Empowerment Through Visibility framework, Diane helps creatives transform fear into confidence turn experience into creditable authority and creativity into a thriving community.

“Your story is powerful — and it deserves to be seen.”

Why This Masterclass Matters

This isn’t about becoming a performer. It’s about learning how to express your lived experience in a way that builds trust, connection, and recognition.

Most creators and business owners have stories worth sharing, but no structure to share them confidently.

The internet is saturated with content — the only thing that cuts through is real human connection.
Creative expression (writing, movement, visuals, media) isn’t just art — it’s communication strategy.

Visibility requires courage, but it also requires a narrative that makes people care.

When you understand your story arc, you stop hiding and start showing up with clarity and emotional power.