Hello.
I’m Simone Cilluffo, an Italian based in Basel, Switzerland. I’m lucky to have turned my passion into my profession.
My story began at a young age, leading me to leave everything behind at 18 and live as a nomad.
I first settled in New Zealand and Australia, later traveling extensively across Asia and many countries in Europe—always seeking to learn about new cultures.
During a paragliding flight in India, I had an unforgettable experience—sharing the sky with a bird of prey. That moment changed everything. It led me to falconry, and after 15 years on the road, I settled in Switzerland and founded a falconry company.
Since then, I have spent a decade mastering the art, working with birds of prey from tiny falcons to giant eagles.
I discovered photography by chance—after accidentally capturing a mesmerizing reflection shot. Over time, it led me to cinematography, which became my second profession. Now, I use film to document life stories, commercial videos, and create visually striking and engaging content, blending modern technology with the ancient art of falconry.
As I’m not a big fan of drone flights, I developed a better way to film aerial footage by installing a camera on the back of my bird, creating visuals that went viral on social media and offering the most unique perspective.
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