Your career advantage starts at Nōssi College of Art & Design
Career-focused from Day One
Real clients, real projects
Creative leadership skills
The Nōssi AI Approach
Use technology like a creative professional
Develop critical thinking and fundamental skills first
Graduate equipped to support creative teams
Explore Nōssi degrees — and financial aid
Culinary Arts Degree
Graphic Design Degree
Illustration Technologies Degree
Photography Degree
Video Degree
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Nashville’s creative scene is your classroom
Your two pathways to professional experience
Meet your creative mentors
Chef Russell Ransom
Culinary Department Chair
Russell Ransom has more than 20 years of experience spanning catering, hotels, and restaurants. From Executive Sous Chef at The Daily Dish to Executive Chef at The Mount Pleasant Grille, Russell has contributed to Nashville's thriving culinary scene. He holds an MBA from Strayer University and brings real-world expertise from top establishments including Omni Resort Hotel, helping students learn culinary techniques and industry business practices.
Mark Mabry, MFA, Ed.D
Graphic Design Department Chair
Award-winning designer with 20 years of experience including 10 years as Art Director, plus owner of Mabry Creative. Dr. Mabry holds a Doctorate in Education and Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from SCAD. He's a published author and member of the American Advertising Federation Nashville, combining academic expertise with active professional practice.
Mark Fleming B.S.
Illustration Program Director
Creative Director turned entrepreneur who built a client base from a handful to over 300 through his company Creative Avenue. Mark's illustration work spans digital animations for companies to fine art gallery showings. He stays current with industry technology including Adobe Creative Suite and Blender, ensuring students learn cutting-edge techniques.
Tom Stanford B.A.
Photography and Video Programs Director
Former Photography Director at The Tennessean with experience covering NFL, NHL, music festivals, and the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Tom coordinated visual coverage for Nashville's historic 2010 flood, earning the paper a Pulitzer Prize nomination. He's worked on multiple book projects and continues practicing professional photography while teaching the next generation.
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See Nōssi creative leaders in action
From sketch to full color, watch @beavogz bring her homework to life in this step-by-step illustration. 🎨
Ready to turn your creativity into a career? 👉 Explore our Illustration Program at the link in bio!
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🖌️ Figure Drawing in action
In Maureen O’Brien’s Anatomy and Figure Drawing class, students observed a live model to study skeletal and muscular structure , building the foundation for anatomically accurate, expressive figure drawings. From charcoal to conté, they explored light, shadow, and form through direct observation.
🎨➡️ Learn more about our Illustration Program at the link in bio!
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📸💡 Lights, modifiers, and creative control, all in Studio A.
In Jordan Rocque’s Studio Lighting Techniques class, students explore the fundamentals of portrait, tabletop, and still life photography using a full range of lighting tools. From soft boxes and snoots to reflectors and grids, they’re learning how to shape light and elevate their studio work.
➡️ Learn more about our Photography Program at the link in bio!
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💪 Strength, aerobics, flexibility — and a whole lot of teamwork.
In Craig Nolan’s Exercise Science class, students designed their own fitness circuits in small groups, learning how to stay healthy in a creative field that doesn’t always demand physical activity. It’s all part of building lifelong habits that support both body and mind!
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Nashville’s creative launchpad is calling. 🚀
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Pick ONE hands-on workshop: Graphic Design, Illustration, Photography, Video, or Culinary Arts. Meet faculty, tour studios, grab snacks, and see what life at Nōssi really feels like.
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“Best of Nashville” cover for @nashvillescene designed by Nōssi Graphic Design student @katconde continuing her work as a freelance artist after her initial internship. 🖌️
Kat’s advice: “One of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned is to trust the people who see potential in you, especially when you’re struggling to see it yourself. Believe in their faith in you, and trust the process.” She is also very thankful to her Art Director @elizzmoj for entrusting her with this project.
We are so incredibly proud of Kat and her continued work illustrating for Nashville Scene! 👏
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👩🍳 Chef Eva makes Baking Basics anything but basic.
In this class, she introduces students to the essential methods and techniques every baker needs to know. Today’s lesson focused on breads, including baguettes, ciabatta, and bagels giving students hands-on experience with yeast-raised doughs and the science behind them.
➡️ Ready to take your passion for food to the next level? Explore our 2-Year Culinary Arts Program at the link in bio.
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🖌️ First look at student color wheels
Caleigh Bird`s Illustration students took color theory to the next level by transforming the classic wheel into expressive, full-spectrum designs. These photos capture the creativity, experimentation, and visual storytelling that went into each piece, all part of learning how to apply color principles in commercial art.
➡️ Explore our Illustration Program at the link in bio.
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📸 Alumni Shoutout - Jonte Swoope
Nossi Photography alum Jonte Swoope returned to shoot with model @hunter_padgettt sharing what it means to create in a space that helped shape his journey. From student to professional, Jonte’s still making magic in Nashville, and we’re proud to be part of his story!
➡️ Check out more of Jonte’s work at @jonteswoope and @filmexposures
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🔔 Nossi takes on the Sysco Nashville Holiday & Catering Show
Chef Russell Ransom and our talented culinary students helped prep and present dishes for industry guests. We were proud to showcase the creativity and skills of our students, and even had our President Cyrus, stop by to support the team.
Big thanks to Sysco Nashville for having us for an inspiring way to kick off the season!
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🎓 College fair season is in full swing!
Today we visited Hendersonville High School to share what Nossi is all about, from Photography, Videography, Illustration, Graphic Design, and Culinary Arts. It was exciting talking to these creative students, and hope to see you all at Nossi soon!
Join us at our College Preview Day on Saturday, October 25th. Learn more at Nossi.edu.
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🍂 Fall Ball, Y’all was full of flavor this weekend!
Chef Russell Ransom, Chef Zac, and our talented Nossi Culinary students hosted cooking demos at the @nashvillefarmersmarket sharing seasonal recipes like Baked Butternut Squash with Cumin Yogurt & Pine Nuts and Pumpkin + White Bean Hummus.
We love seeing our students gain real-world experience while connecting with the community through food. Big thanks to everyone who stopped by to taste and learn with us! Learn more about our 2-Year Culinary Program at the link in bio.
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