Diana Rumjahn is a self-taught artist.  Diana took to film as soon as she was able to watch television. Throughout her childhood, Diana developed an appreciation for television, film, sports broadcasting productions and music.

She would often sit for hours in front of the television and study every aspect of the show especially the opening title, opening theme song, the storyline, acting, editing, cinematography, soundtrack, ending theme song and credits.

Films, television shows, sports broadcasting productions and music  in the 1970 and 1980's were very influential, inspiring and important for her.She would often sit in class not thinking about math but film production.

After graduating from Lowell High School  of San Francisco, her education and career ruled around what was practical and sensible especially while living in a big city.

After graduating from San Francisco State University with a Bachelor's of Art Degree in Social Science, and working at San Francisco State University for over the past 20 years Diana decided to pursue a life-long passion in film.