François-Xavier Richard
Artiste pluridisciplinaire

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Bettencourt Schueller Foundation strives to embody the will of a family, driven by the spirit of enterprise and awareness of its social role, to reveal talents and help them thrive, in three fields that contribute concretely to the common good: life sciences, the arts and solidarity. Both a family foundation and recognized as a public utility since its creation in 1987, the Bettencourt Schueller Foundation intends to give wings to talent to contribute to the success and influence of France.

Nestled in the heights of Kyoto, Villa Kujoyama is a multidisciplinary artistic residence that has been welcoming established and emerging artists wishing to develop a project in connection with Japan since 1992. More than 400 artists and creators of all disciplines have stayed there since its inauguration and have contributed to the recognition of its expertise as a major place for intercultural cooperation and French-Japanese creation. This year, it celebrates its 30th anniversary through various events and publications in both France and Japan.

Bettencourt Schueller Foundation strives to embody the will of a family, driven by the spirit of enterprise and awareness of its social role, to reveal talents and help them thrive, in three fields that contribute concretely to the common good: life sciences, the arts and solidarity. Both a family foundation and recognized as a public utility since its creation in 1987, the Bettencourt Schueller Foundation intends to give wings to talent to contribute to the success and influence of France.