Born in Lausanne in 1999, Richard Holzer is a Swiss-Japanese illustrator and comic book artist.

After studying Interactive Media Design, he finally satisfied his need for storytelling by entering the Ecole Supérieure de Bande Dessinée de Genève (ESBDI). Finally aligned with his lifelong aspirations, he flourished in contact with his peers and teachers, enriching both his artistic knowledge and practical skills.

Seeking to broaden his understanding of art and diversify his practice and influences, he continued his studies in illustration at HEAD – Geneva, which also gave him the opportunity to study for a semester at Kyoto University of Art and Design. This seminal experience enabled him to nurture his practice with new techniques and inspirations, while reconnecting with his roots.

In 2024, he received support from the Bourse de la Création BD de la Ville de Lausanne for his first book, Sable Perdu, published by La Joie de Lire.