Yann Richebourg

Yann Richebourg is a self-taught French artist whose work spans multiple disciplines, including photography, poetry, cinema, and performing arts. Passionate about storytelling in its many forms, Richebourg has developed a distinctive artistic voice that blends visual and literary expression.

In addition to his creative pursuits, Richebourg is recognized for his humanitarian work, particularly a photographic making-of book that documents a theater play involving refugees—an initiative that underscores his commitment to using art as a means of social engagement.

In 2022, his artistic excellence was acknowledged with a Certificate of Artistic Merit from the Luxembourg Art Prize, a prestigious recognition celebrating outstanding creators worldwide.

His short film, “L’Amour est temps de reflets” (2023), has garnered numerous awards, honorable mentions, and selections at international film festivals. Described as a “poem-movie,” this work explores an impossible relationship through the reflective nature of mirrors. Notably, the film conveys deep emotions and meaning without a single line of dialogue, instead embracing the nuances of visual language to evoke a powerful narrative.

Richebourg draws inspiration from various artistic influences. The film Dead Poets Society profoundly moved him, reinforcing his passion for poetry and the transformative power of words. He admires Barbra Streisand’s Yentl, a unique musical that merges storytelling with song—an art form close to his heart, as his first passion is singing and lyric writing. Additionally, he is inspired by the evocative close-ups in Mathieu Kassovitz’s La Haine, which masterfully capture raw human emotion.

Through his work, Richebourg seeks to challenge artistic conventions and push the boundaries of storytelling. His dedication to blending different forms of artistic expression results in deeply personal and thought-provoking creations. With a growing body of work that resonates across mediums, he continues to establish himself as a visionary artist with a unique perspective on cinema, poetry, and performance.