Entertainment on the Spectrum: Lessons We Learned at 𝑫𝒊𝒈𝒊𝑭𝒆𝒔𝒕®

Diane Strand

Published on: 08/10/2026

Aarti and Subodh Garg joined DigiFest® Temecula for Entertainment on the Spectrum, sharing insights on autism, reality TV, inclusion, and authentic representation in media.

neurodivergent representation in mediaDigiFest TemeculaEntertainment on the SpectrumAarti GargSubodh GargLove on the Spectrumautism representation in medianeurodivergent creativesinclusive arts educationauthentic representationinclusive storytellingcreative inclusionmedia and film programs for all abilitiesJDS Creative Academy Temeculadigital arts training Californiaarts education and inclusioncreative career pathwaysdiversity in entertainment

Meet the Coaches: The Mentors Behind JDS Creative Academy

Diane Strand

Published on: 07/10/2026

Meet the creative mentors behind JDS Creative Academy and discover how real-world experience in acting, filmmaking, writing, design, and production helps students build confidence, skills, and creative career pathways.

JDS Creative Academy Temeculacreative mentors TemeculaJDS Creative Academy instructorsarts education Temeculaacting classes Temeculafilmmaking classes Temeculaperforming arts programs Temeculascriptwriting classesmusical theater classes Temeculadigital arts training Californiafilmmaking instructor Temeculadigital cinematography educationvisual and performing arts trainingcreative education nonprofitworkforce development through the artsPryde Pierce filmmakerScott Strand acting coachJohanna Lack scriptwritingKatie McColm artistic director

Why Acting Classes Can Help With Anxiety & Social Confidence

Diane Strand

Published on: 25/09/2026

See how acting classes can support communication, expression, listening, and social confidence in a creative, encouraging environment in Temecula.

acting classes for confidenceacting classes for teensacting and social confidenceJDS Creative Academy TemeculaPerforming Arts & Acting Programs

The Power of Community: Why Creative People Need Other Creative People

Diane Strand

Published on: 18/09/2026

Creative community plays an important role in helping artists grow through collaboration, inspiration, mentorship, and support while building confidence, stronger skills, meaningful connections, and creative career pathways.

creative communitycreative collaborationarts educationcreative support systemcreative career buildingcreative mentorshipemerging creativesinclusive arts educationcreative education nonprofitJDS Creative Academy Temeculalifelong learning through the arts