Welcome to the Nashville Creatives Club - September Happy Hour!

Come join us at Bar Jackalope at Jackalope Brewing Co. on September 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM (Central Time) for a fun evening of networking and mingling with fellow creatives in the Nashville area.

This is a great opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, share ideas, and maybe even collaborate on future projects. Whether you're a designer, writer, photographer, or any other type of creative, you're welcome to join us!

Don't miss out on this chance to unwind after a long week and make new connections. We can't wait to see you there!

September Creatives Day

For September, we’re creating inside a 100-year-old home restored to its original 1920s charm. Think velvet chairs, a leather Chesterfield, coal fireplaces, tall windows, and vintage wallpaper. The space can shift from bright and airy to dark and moody with full light control, perfect for portraits, music videos, album art, brand shoots, or anything romantic and cinematic.

📅 Saturday, September 13th
👥 Limited to 2 groups of 8 people

• Group 1: 11am – 2pm

• Group 2: 2pm – 5pm

💵 Pricing:

• $150 per person

• $50 for MUAs/Stylist

• NCC Members get 10% off

🔥 Spiciness Level 2: Slightly elevated sensuality, implied themes, or more experimental styles while keeping everything tasteful and aligned with participant comfort.

SOLD OUT!

August Creatives Day @ the Skating Rink
Sunday, August 24 | 5:30–7:30 PM
Rivergate Skate Center | 119 Gleaves St, Madison, TN 37115

We’re closing out the summer with a August Creatives Day on wheels. Join us for an evening of rolling, vibing, and creating at the skating rink.

This one’s short and sweet: 2 hours of movement, color, and connection with fellow creatives. Whether you’re bringing a camera, styling a look, or just showing up to be inspired, this is your space to experiment and play.

📸 Open to photographers, models, stylists, videographers, and anyone wanting to create
🛼 Skating encouraged but not required
🎨 Spiciness Level 2: Slightly elevated sensuality, implied themes, or more experimental styles while keeping everything tasteful and aligned with participant comfort.

💵 Pricing:
$150: Photographers, Models, Actors, Etc,
$50: MUAs, Stylists, Vendors
NCC Members get 10% off

Spots are limited, so apply today!

Application

Welcome to the Nashville Creatives Club - August Happy Hour!

Come join us at Barrel Proof on August 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM for a fun evening of networking and mingling with fellow creatives in the Nashville area. Let's unwind, share ideas, and connect with like-minded individuals in a relaxed setting.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to meet new people, collaborate on projects, or simply enjoy some good company. Whether you're a designer, artist, writer, or any other type of creative, this event is for you!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Looking for a space to create, connect, and collaborate—after dark?

Join us for a curated, night studio session at 1087 Studios, designed for photographers, models, stylists, and creatives who want to make something bold, polished, and a little outside the box.

What to expect:
– A large white infinity wall for clean, seamless visuals
– A dramatic light wall for bold, artistic shots
– Plenty of space to vibe, network, and shoot

This one’s all about creative freedom, good energy, and building together. We’ll bring the pizza and drinks—you bring the vision.

• 🕕 6–9PM

• 💵 $100 photographers & models | $50 featured MUA & Vendors

• 🍕 Pizza + Drinks Included

• 🔥 Spiciness Level 3: Creative freedom for intimate, bold, or risqué concepts—perfect for boudoir and high-glam projects.

Application

Welcome to the Nashville Creatives Club - July Happy Hour!

Let's gather at Pearl Diver for an evening filled with creativity and fun. Join us on July 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM (Central Time) to connect with fellow creatives in the community. Whether you're a designer, artist, writer, or simply someone who appreciates creativity, this event is for you! Don't miss out on this opportunity to network, share ideas, and have a great time.

See you there!

July Creatives Day: The Subway Set

Step into an authentic 51' PATH subway car, now transformed into a one-of-a-kind creative set hidden in the woods.

From gritty graffiti to clean windows, the space is fully customizable with prop ads and flexible backdrops, perfect for editorial shoots, fashion, portraits, concept work, and more. Whether you're going for urban, cinematic, or post-apocalyptic vibes, this space delivers a unique canvas for your next creative project.

📍 Private outdoor location in Nashville, TN
📸 Limited Capacity: 30 Creatives
💵 $150 photographers & models | $50 featured MUAs & vendors
💳 Payment plans available
🔥 Spiceness Level 3: Ideal for bold, creative, and intimate concepts

Note: Because the subway car is fully outdoors, we’ll monitor weather leading up to the shoot and reschedule if necessary for safety.

Application:

Waterfall Workshop with Stephen Dillon

📍 Location: Address shared upon acceptance

🗓 Date: Friday, June 27th

⏰ Duration: 10AM-1PM

💰 Cost: $100

🎟 Limited to 12 participants

Join Nashville Creatives Club and photographer Stephen Dillon for an immersive outdoor workshop and creative field trip to one of Tennessee’s most photogenic hidden gems.

This 3-hour session will blend practical education with artistic exploration. We’ll kick things off in the parking lot with a brief meet & greet and a brief tutorial on safety, preparedness, and working in unpredictable environments. From there, we’ll hike to the falls (about 100 yards) and dive into a hands-on lighting walkthrough focused on working in harsh, natural light conditions. You’ll also pick up tips on location scouting and adapting to the challenges of outdoor shoots.

Whether you’re looking to elevate your environmental portraits or just want to shoot somewhere breathtaking with fellow creatives, this experience is designed to inspire!

Application:

Welcome to the Nashville Creatives Club - June Happy Hour!

Join us for a fun evening of networking, drinks, and good vibes at CHERRIES. Let's celebrate creativity and connect with fellow creatives in the Nashville area. This event is happening on **Wed Jun 25, 2025 at 6:00 PM**. Don't miss out on this opportunity to mingle with like-minded individuals and maybe even collaborate on some exciting projects. See you there!

June Creatives Day: A Summer Content Escape

Sun, style, and serious creative energy. Join us for a summer edition of Creatives Day at a stunning mid-century ranch in Madison, where poolside lounging meets bold, editorial-ready interiors. This shoot is all about capturing the season’s heat with striking visuals, vibrant colors, and playful freedom.

What to expect:
🖤 Velvet Lounge & Black Den
🪩 Mirror-Drenched Dining Room
💄 70s-Style Bedrooms
🌿 Lush Pool & Backyard Lounge

Whether you’re serving summer glam, sun-drenched portraiture, or sultry boudoir vibes, this is your chance to experiment, collaborate, and create something unforgettable.

Spiceness Level 3: Great for high-concept, sultry, or edgy themes. Boudoir, glam, and experimental welcome.

Participation Fees:
$150 Photographers & Models
$50 Featured MUAs & Vendors
✨ Payment plans available

Capacity: Limited to 20 participants

Application:

NCC Hollywood Glam Night: Networking Happy Hour + Open Mic

Slip into your glitziest fit and join us for a Hollywood Glam-themed night of connection, cocktails, and creativity. We’re taking over Blueprint Cocktail Club in historic Printer’s Alley for an exclusive NCC networking happy hour; featuring signature cocktails and elevated mocktails.

We’ll also be passing the mic to highlight the talented musicians in our community. Whether you’re performing or just pulling up to support, you won’t want to miss this one!

May Creatives Day: A Content Playground at EastSideYards

Calling all creatives! Step into EastSide Yards, East Nashville’s ultimate playground for artists and content creators. Once a mechanics shop, this space has been transformed into a dynamic, multi-set environment built for capturing stunning visuals.

What to expect:

• 10+ Unique Shooting Spaces, Including: XL Garage & Vintage Car/Truck, Dreamy Moon Set, Reflection Room, Junkyard & Shipping Containers, Camper, Barn, and a few more surprises!
  

Whether you’re looking to build your portfolio, collaborate with fellow artists, or just create something fresh and exciting, this event is your chance to explore, experiment, and express.

Spiceness Level 3: Creative freedom for intimate, bold, or risqué concepts—perfect for boudoir and high-glam projects.

Participation Fees: $150 photographers & models | $50 featured MUA & Vendors

Application:

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Pose Coaching Workshop: Mastering Presence & Expression in Photos with Elisabeth Donaldson

Unlock the secrets to confident, dynamic posing with our Pose Coaching Workshop—designed to help you look and feel your best in front of the camera. Whether you're a model, influencer, creative, photographer, or just want to take better photos, this workshop will teach you how to bring energy, confidence, and personality to every shot.

What You’ll Learn:

📸 Pre-Shoot Prep – Tips to look and feel your best before stepping in front of the camera.

📸 Relax & Engage – Master breathing, body awareness, and tension control for natural, effortless posing.

📸 Expression & Hands – Learn how to “serve face” and position your hands with confidence.

📸 Movement & Angles – Create dynamic, eye-catching photos through shapes, energy, and storytelling.

📸 Own Your Space – It’s not about being “pretty”—it’s about being bold, interesting, and unapologetically you.

📸 Beyond the Shoot – Ongoing techniques to refine your posing and presence every day.

Workshop Details:

Duration: 1-5pm (4 hours)
Cost: $150
Capacity: 25 participants
Bonus: Walk away with 3 professional photos for your portfolio!

This workshop is perfect for models, creatives, and photographers looking to enhance their posing skills and creative direction. Whether you're in front of or behind the camera, you’ll gain valuable insights to create more impactful, visually striking images.

Step in front of the camera with ease, confidence, and impact!

Meet Your Instructor: Elisabeth Donaldson

Elisabeth Donaldson is a multi-hyphenate creative with over 20 years of experience in front of the camera and 10 years behind it as an actress, model, photographer, writer, and director. She has worked with major brands like Bausch & Lomb, Hilton, Mitsubishi, BOSE, and Pizza Hut, with her photography featured in People, Rolling Stone, and Nashville Scene. A recent Best Actress winner at the Nashville Horror Fest, she also premiered her short film Ghostedto a sold-out audience in 2024. Elisabeth brings a wealth of real-world industry experience to help you navigate and succeed in your creative career.

Apply Today:

Secret Photoshoot
Sunday, April 20 | 3–5 PM
$100 | Limited to 10 participants
Location: Nashville (address shared after application).

To celebrate our co-founders Birthday, we are hosting a small group for a creative shoot inside an abandoned theater. It’s a chance to make something beautiful together in a space that’s rarely accessible—full of texture, shadow, and cinematic detail.

This is a two-hour, low-key shoot with space to explore and create. Whether you're a photographer, model, or creative looking for a unique backdrop, you're welcome.

What to expect:
– Full access to the theater interior
– A relaxed, collaborative vibe

Only 10 spots available to keep things spacious and intentional. Let’s make some great work and celebrate together.

Location details will be shared if application is accepted.

Spiceness Level 3: Creative freedom for intimate, bold, or risqué concepts—perfect for boudoir and high-glam projects.

Apply Today

Welcome to the Nashville Creatives Club - April Happy Hour!

Come join us for a fun evening filled with creativity, networking, and good vibes at BARREL PROOF. Connect with fellow creatives, share ideas, and enjoy some refreshing drinks.

Date: Wed Apr 09 2025

Time: 6:00 PM (Central Daylight Time)

Don't miss out on this opportunity to mingle with like-minded individuals and be inspired by the creative energy of Nashville. See you there!

Step into Elegance: April Creatives Day @ The Serengeti Manor

Immerse yourself in a world where French-inspired architecture meets an eclectic fusion of color, light, and texture. Serengeti Manor is not just a venue—it’s an artistic journey. With its bold contrasts, arched doorways, and meticulously crafted interiors, this space transforms every frame into a masterpiece.

📸 What to Expect:
✨ Varying shades of light that create depth and drama
✨ Striking architecture with arched hallways and ornate details
✨ Luxurious yet bold interior design—perfect for fashion, editorial, and lifestyle photography
✨ A blend of refined elegance and raw, artistic expression

This is a creative’s dream location—a place where every corner tells a different story. Whether you’re a photographer, model, stylist, or creative visionary, this event offers a unique opportunity to capture stunning, one-of-a-kind images.

Spiceness Level 2: Slightly elevated sensuality, implied themes, or more experimental styles while keeping everything tasteful and aligned with participant comfort.

Participation Fees: $150 photographers & models | $50 featured MUA & Vendors

Pop-Up Event @ 1087 Studios

Looking for a space to create, connect, and collaborate? Join us for an exclusive Pop-Up event at 1087 Studios—a versatile space designed for photographers, models, musicians, designers, artists, content creators, and more!

• A large, white infinity wall for seamless visuals

• A dramatic light wall for bold, artistic shots

• Plenty of space to network, vibe, and create together

We are only accepting a small group of attendees for this curated event, and applications go live on March 8th.

Spiceness Level 3: Creative freedom for intimate, bold, or risqué concepts—perfect for boudoir and high-glam projects.

Participation Fees: $100 photographers & models | $50 featured MUA & Vendors

Apply Today

Welcome to the Nashville Creatives Club - March Happy Hour!

Join us for a fun evening of networking and socializing with fellow creatives in the Nashville area. This event will take place on Thu Mar 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM at cafe babu. Come unwind after a long day of work and connect with like-minded individuals over drinks and good conversation. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your network and make new friends in the creative community. See you there!

Step into a nostalgic slice of history with our Rustic Americana Photoshoot Event! Set against a stunning backdrop of beautifully preserved old-town buildings—including a vintage post office, classic garage, retro general store, and a charming gas station—this location is a dream setting for photographers, models, and creatives looking to create timeless, storytelling images.

Spiceness Level 2: Slightly elevated sensuality, implied themes, or more experimental styles while keeping everything tasteful and aligned with participant comfort.

Participation Fees: $150 photographers & models | $50 featured MUA & Vendors

Apply Today