
If you want to write scripts or make movies (or both!), you are in the right place.
If you want to write scripts or make movies (or both!)...You are in the right place
If you desire to write and direct films, there is nothing to stop you.
I've done it.
I've sold scripts, made movies that premiered at Sundance and Tribeca, worked with A-list stars and been nominated for top awards.
And let's be clear....if it's possible for me, it's possible for you.
Let's make it happen.
Filmography/credentials
Obselidia
(2010)
Bleeding Heart
(2015)
Of Dust & Bones
(2017)
Filmography/credentials
Obselidia
(2010)
Of Dust and Bones
(2010)
Bleeding Heart
(2014)
IF you're ready to find your own voice as a screenwriter or filmmaker, you're in the right place.
It's
It's your time.
AWARDS INCLUDE
Winner Alfred P. Sloan Award
Sundance 2010
Winner Best Cinematography
Sundance 2010
Nominated John Cassavetes Award
Independent Spirit Awards
Youth Jury Prize
Valladolid Festival, Spain
Winner Best Narrative Feature
Ashland Film Festival
The Shoot From the Heart Society
a free Facebook group like no other: the most supportive and high vibe community of screenwriters, filmmakers, and creative souls on the web.
Access exclusive trainings and masterclasses that you won’t find anywhere else and be supported and inspired on your path to success. Join today and get immediate access to two programs for free: THE FOUR KEYS TO SELLING YOUR SCRIPT and THE SECRETS OF FILMMAKING SUCCESS.

The Shoot From the Heart Society
a free Facebook group like no other: the most supportive and high vibe community of screenwriters, filmmakers, and creative souls on the web.
Access exclusive trainings and masterclasses that you won’t find anywhere else and be supported and inspired on your path to success.

SHOOT FROM THE HEART:
Screenwriting, Filmmaking, and Inspiration
This podcast is a weekly dose of real life tips and techniques that will help you thrive - as well as wisdom and support for your journey.

- Ep #41: Creating Miraculous Results
- Ep #63: Overcoming Fear
- Ep #63: The Standout Screenplay
- Ep #65: On Being a Female Artist

SHOOT FROM
THE HEART:
Screenwriting, Filmmaking, and Inspiration
This podcast is a weekly dose of real life tips and techniques that will help you thrive - as well as wisdom and support for your journey.

- Ep #1: Shooting From the Heart
- Ep #2: Taking Action Before You’re Ready
- Ep#3: Showing Up
- Ep #4: Fierce Belief
Ready to go deeper?

The SCREENWRITER PRO
TRILOGY
A journey in three parts to sell your script. You start with REVISE YOUR SCRIPT, continue with SALES TOOLS THAT SHINE, and we are currently doing a live round of SELL YOUR SCRIPT. You can join for one part or all three…it’s time to get your script out in to the world. You didn’t write it so that it would just live on your hard drive. Let’s do this.

WRITE YOUR SCREENPLAY IN 8 WEEKS
In this legendary program, you will be guided through the process of writing a first draft through 8 brilliantly designed classes. Whether you’ve never written a screenplay before or have done it but aren’t 100% happy with the results, this program will get you to the finish line AND help you create your best work yet. Expect next level inspiration + all the tools you need.

THE DIRECTING
MASTERCLASS
Over 5 sessions, you will learn everything you need to know to successfully direct your movie. You might be a seasoned director looking for new techniques or perhaps just #directorcurious but either way, you will walk away with the tools to take your directing to the award worthy level and be totally confident in the director’s chair.

Shoot From
the Heart the book
Shoot From the Heart
the book


Shoot From
the Heart the book
Shoot From the Heart
the book

Work with me
I bring my real life experience of writing over 15 screenplays and making 3 award winning films to these sessions so that you break through to the next level as a filmmaker or screenwriter.
Script Consultation or FILMMAKING COACHING.


Work with me
Personal, bespoke sessions designed to help you break through to the next level as a filmmaker or screenwriter.
Script Consultation or FILMMAKING COACHING.
WHAT MY CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY
“Diane’s classes and means of teaching are thought provoking and inspiring. Capturing your
attention for the entire time, you are propelled forward, excited to put forward what you learned.
If you have the opportunity to join one of her classes and don’t participate, you are cheating
yourself of the best thing you can do for yourself or your writing. Diane is the crème de la crème.”

Maeve Thunderchild
