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Diane Bollen

Diane Bollen

Diane Bollen is an international award-winning photographer, educator, and studio owner known for helping students create stronger, more meaningful images with clear, approachable instruction. She specializes in practical smartphone photography skills that students can apply immediately to travel, family, and everyday life—without needing complicated equipment. Diane is also the founder of Sana Animam Fitness, where she helps adults build strength and confidence for active, healthy living.

Diane's Smartphone Seminars

WED 3:30 - 4:30 P.M.

Smartphone Photography Secrets (That Most People Never Use)

Classroom Seminar

Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S 

Ticket Price: $35

Difficulty Level: iPhone or Android users 

Max No People: 30

​Description: â€‹ Most people never tap into what their phone camera can really do. In this class,

students will learn the simple “pro moves” that instantly improve sharpness, exposure, and composition—without needing extra gear or complicated settings.

Topics include: focus & exposure tricks, shooting in difficult light, avoiding common mistakes, and composing photos that look intentional.

Gear List: A fully charged smartphone (iPhone or Android) and a few photos on their phone to practice with (optional).​

TICKETS

THURS 1:00 - 2:00 P.M.

Smartphone Composition Made Simple (For People Who “Don’t Have an Eye”)

Classroom Seminar

Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S 

Ticket Price: $35

Difficulty Level: iPhone or Android users 

Max No People: 30

​Description: Great photos aren’t about talent—they’re about a few repeatable techniques. This class teaches easy composition tools that help students create stronger images of

travel scenes, nature, people, and everyday moments.

Topics include: framing, leading lines, backgrounds, “what to leave out,” and how to 1 of 4 spot great photos before you take them.

Gear List: A fully charged smartphone (iPhone or Android).​​

TICKETS

FRI 10:00 - 10:00 A.M.

Travel Photography with Your Phone: Capture the Story, Not Just the Snapshot

Classroom Seminar

Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S

Ticket Price: $30

Difficulty Level: Beginner 

Max No People: 30

​Description:  Travel is one of the biggest reasons people take photos—and also one of the

easiest times to miss the shot. This class teaches a simple approach to photographing travel moments with clarity, emotion, and variety.

Topics include: a travel shot checklist, light and timing tips, photographing people naturally, and creating a “mini photo story” anywhere you go.

Gear List:  A fully charged smartphone (iPhone or Android) and

a few favorite travel photos (optional) to use as examples.

TICKETS

SAT 10:00 - 11:00 A.M.

Macro Magic: Stunning Close-Up Photos with Your Smartphone 
Photography

Classroom Seminar

Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S

Ticket Price: $35

Difficulty Level: iPhone or Android users 

Max No People: 30​​

​Description:  Close-up photography is one of the most fun ways to create “wow” photos—without needing a fancy camera. In this class, students will learn how to capture flowers,

textures, food, and tiny details using built-in phone features and easy technique tweaks.

Topics include: how to focus close, controlling depth of field, stabilizing the phone, finding clean backgrounds, and getting crisp detail.

Gear List:  A fully charged smartphone (iPhone or Android).

Optional: a small object to photograph up close (flower, jewelry, coin, watch, etc.).

TICKETS

SAT 3:00 - 4:00 P.M.

From Phone to Print: How to Get Beautiful Photo Prints 

Classroom Seminar

Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S

Ticket Price: $35

Difficulty Level: iPhone or Android users 

Max No People: 30​​

​Description: â€‹People take thousands of photos—and print almost none. This class teaches

students how to choose the right images, crop properly, and prepare photos for printing so they look great on the wall (not dark, fuzzy, or disappointing). We will also approach printing gift items and greeting cards.

Topics include: print sizing basics, resolution myths, cropping tips, selecting paper/finishes, and ordering prints with confidence.

Gear List: â€‹â€‹ A fully charged smartphone (iPhone or Android) and 5–10 favorite photos you’d love to print (optional).

TICKETS

SUN 10:00 - 11:00 A.M.

Easy Cinematic Video with Your Smartphone (No Fancy Gear Required) 

Classroom Seminar

Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S

Ticket Price: $35

Difficulty Level: All Levels 

Max No People: 30​​

Description: A beginner-friendly class that teaches how to shoot smoother, better-looking

video clips and simple sequences that feel cinematic and polished.

Gear List: A fully charged smartphone (iPhone or Android) with at least 2GB of free storage for short video clips.​

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