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Career-focused from Day One
Real clients, real projects
Creative leadership skills
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Use technology like a creative professional
Develop critical thinking and fundamental skills first
Graduate equipped to support creative teams
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Culinary Arts Degree
Graphic Design Degree
Illustration Technologies 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. MBA
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
The Love Issue 2026 designed by Nossi Graphic Design Student Torian Staggs. ❣️
Thank you @nashvillescene for continuing to take on our students as interns and letting their work shine bright for your publication.
Read the full issue at the link in our bio.
#Nossi #NashvilleTN #NashvilleScene #ValentinesDay #GraphicDesign
A decade of creative connection with Sparkman High School 📸
Last Friday, we welcomed @shssenators back to campus for another hands‑on photography visit. Instructor Eric Mittman has been bringing his students to Nossi for more than 10 years, and many of them go on to join our Photography program after graduation!
Because Sparkman has a strong commercial photography focus, we spent the day in our studios doing lighting demos, working with models, and giving students the chance to apply what they’re learning in class on a larger, fully equipped set. They also had the chance to meet current Nossi students and see what their next step could look like.
We love hosting Sparkman each year and watching these young photographers grow in skill and confidence. Want to tour our facilities? Schedule a time at the link in bio.
#Nossi #NashvilleTN #CollegeVisit #CommercialPhotography #NashvillePhotographers
Creating light trails at Two Rivers Park 📸
@tomstanfordphotography took his Digital Photography class out to Two Rivers Park today for a hands‑on lesson in long‑exposure techniques. With model @peytonwhite on set, students watched Tom demonstrate how steel wool, a whisk, and the right shutter settings can transform a dark tunnel into a canvas of light.
We talked with @apertureunknown about what they’re learning and how shoots like this build real technical confidence.
Ready to learn photography through real shoots and real experience? Explore our Photography program at the link in our bio.
#Nossi #NashvilleTN #PhotographyStudents #LongExposurePhotography #CreativeLearning
Catering creativity in action 🍽️
In RO 220 Off Premise Catering Management, students dive into every layer of the catering world, from menu planning and logistics to contracts, safety, and the business skills that make a catering operation thrive.
Chef Rebecca Burney brings real industry insight to the classroom, creating an engaging space where future creatives can explore the full scope of event food service.
Ready to build skills that translate directly into real‑world opportunities? Explore our 2-Year Culinary Arts program at the link in our bio.
#Nossi #NashvilleTN #CulinaryArts #CateringManagement #CreativeEducation
Industry insights with Wes Webb from Locomotion Creative 🎨
This morning, Illustration and Graphic Design students joined @paisley_pen_creative @ogdencreative and @moillustration to hear from @iamweswebb of @locomotioncreative
Wes brought an energetic look into branding, illustration, problem‑solving, and what it takes to thrive in freelance and in‑house roles. His advice, stories, and encouragement gave our students a clear picture of how to grow their skills and prepare for the future.
Thank you, Wes for visiting and talking to our students!
Want to learn in an environment where industry pros help guide your path? Explore our Illustration and Graphic Design programs at the link in our bio.
#Nossi #NashvilleTN #GraphicDesign #IllustrationStudents #CreativeCareers
🍽️ Culinary Capstone inspired by Chef Alfred Portale
In CU 270: Culinary Capstone, students explored contemporary cuisine by recreating dishes inspired by acclaimed chef Alfred Portale. This week’s focus included seafood, braising, rabbit, and chocolate, with a four course menu prepared and plated by students.
Chef Zac conducted tastings for each dish, grading flavor, technique, and presentation while giving real world culinary feedback. These plates reflect both historical influence and modern kitchen standards in action.
➡️ Explore our Culinary Program at the link in our bio.
#Nossi #NashvilleTN #CulinaryArts #ChefAlfredPortale #CulinaryProgram
🖌️ Inside Introduction to 3D and Animation
In IL 200, students learn the foundations of 3D modeling and basic animation using tools like Blender and Adobe Creative Suite. In this interview, instructor Grant Tudor explains how the class helps students build skills in depth, lighting, structure, and motion to support stronger illustration and visual storytelling.
From early modeling to intro animation concepts, this course gives students hands-on experience that expands how they think and create in 2D and 3D.
➡️ Explore our Illustration Program at the link in our bio.
#Nossi #NashvilleTN #IllustrationProgram #3DAnimation #Blender3D
🍰 Making a princess cake in Pastry Science
In PA 102: Pastry Science, Chef Eva walks students through the process of creating a classic princess cake, from precise techniques to finishing and presentation. This class blends theory, demonstration, and real kitchen production so students master both the science and the artistry behind professional pastries.
This is what hands-on culinary education looks like at Nossi.
➡️ If you want to learn professional pastry techniques like this, check out our Culinary Arts Program at the link in our bio.
#Nossi #NashvilleTN #PastryScience #CulinaryStudents #NossiCulinary
🔥 The kitchen was heating up in Advanced Culinary Techniques!
These are just a few examples of the incredible work coming out of Chef Zac’s class this week. Swipe to see the technique on the Stuffed Chicken by Ryan Anderton and the team of Jermeshia & Tracy as well as Mitchell Fordham’s perfectly executed Chicken Cacciatora.
Turn your creativity into a career with our 2-Year Culinary Degree at the link in our bio.
#Nossi #NashvilleTN #StudentWork #CookingClass #CulinaryArts
🔥 Dark, moody, and perfectly timed.
Last semester, @heyy.its.syd brought Halsey’s "Lilith" to life with this incredible lyric video for Byron Raphael`s Advanced Motion Graphics class.
Turn your illustrations into moving masterpieces. Apply to our Illustration program today at the link in our bio.
#Nossi #NashvilleTN #Halsey #LyricVideo #StudentWork
⚡️ Capturing the chaotic energy of Billie Eilish.
Last semester, @oren.media_alexlevin created this intense lyric video for "Oxytocin" in Byron Raphael’s Advanced Motion Graphics class. It is a perfect example of how our students use kinetic typography and rhythm to turn a song into a visual experience.
Want to see your art in motion? Tap the link in our bio to learn more about our Illustration program.
#Nossi #NashvilleTN #BillieEilish #MotionDesign #MotionGraphics
🎨 Student work from Introduction to 3D and Animation
In Grant Tudor’s IL 200 class, students are exploring 3D modeling and basic animation using tools like Blender and Adobe Creative Suite. These early projects focus on building depth, lighting, structure, and motion to support stronger illustration and visual storytelling.
Even in the first few weeks, students are already developing skills that expand how they create and imagine scenes.
➡️ If you want to learn 3D and animation as part of your creative process, check out our Illustration Program at the link in our bio.
#Nossi #NashvilleTN #Illustration #3DArt #StudentWork
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