who are we?
Riónce Arts Club is where driven curators, creatives and inquisitive minds find flow, bring ideas to life, recharge and grow.
we're not a private members' club anymore. we’re an independent, purpose-led creative foundation and community; rooted heavily in creativity south london culture and intentional living.
we also offer both subsidised support programmes, and paid community/ studio access.
Whether you’re here to get in the studio more, experiment, host or restore your work-life balance; we provide the space, support, the resources, coaching and community you need.
At Riónce, you set the pace. You do you and we’ll be here when you need us.
a second home.
riónce serves as a second home where ideas flow and connections come naturally.
from laid-back sip & paint nights to lively musical jams and insightful industry talks, our events and workshops are curated to match your energy and spark new ideas.
here, you can find your focus or unwind among those who get it. you’re not just joining a club — you’re stepping into a network that elevates you and has your back.
want to experience it? apply for one of our open fund rounds, try a free 1-hour studio taster session, or come through to one of our upcoming community events.
we also offer one-off hire studios/ venues, events, a concierge service and concept store (coming soon).
“happiness is when
what you think,
what you say
& what you do are in
harmony.”
~ Mahatma Ghandi
meet Oleta Semple
…the founder and studio manager; the soul behind riónce. with deep roots in the arts and a love for bringing people together, she’s worked across photography, fashion, creative direction, operations, customer service, music and art — always returning to one thing: holding space for others to grow.
riónce started as her honest answer to what creatives actually need: calm, creative space, support with no strings, and room to breathe.
over the years, she’s gained a broad set of experiences (and quite a collection of creative equipment), and has stayed focused on building spaces in south london and online, and very soon, globally; where talent can thrive.
“I WANT YOU TO FEEL
AT HOME.”
~ Oleta Semple, Founder & Studio Manager
Oleta first took on her own studio in 2019 but had to let it go during the pandemic. In February 2022, she returned stronger, moving into a larger studio unit while managing others locally. Outside of running Riónce, Oleta channels her creativity into designing and hand-making fashion pieces, song-writing and performing, journaling, and exploring new foods.
She thrives on traveling, living like a local, experimenting with personal creative projects, and sharing quality, real-life moments with loved ones.
Driven by a belief in authentic expression, overcoming fear, and building supportive communities, Oleta curates spaces that are calm, homely, and inspiring. Her mission is simple:
“I want you to feel at home. I welcome you to use the studio in whatever way you’d like, and I urge you to feel free to explore, learn, and ultimately have fun.”