New Art Studio RAD Rendezvous Opens in Asheville's River Arts District

RAD Rendezvous, a new art studio in Asheville's River Arts District, held its grand opening on September 16, 2025. Opened by the team behind the Radical Hotel, the studio houses around 30 artists and includes the RAD Welcome Center. Nicolette gave WLOS News 13 a tour and helped paint the welcome mural at the entrance. She spoke about the importance of visibility for artists still displaced after Hurricane Helene, and expressed optimism about the community's resilience and recovery.