Ciao! I'm Francesco.
Your Italian visual storyteller, award-winning film director, and local guide.
I have a deep reverence for cinematic adventure and the truth of human connection.
My Approach
Memories matter. More than the grand venues or the perfect lighting, it is the raw, unscripted emotion that endures. After years of living and creating across New York City, Los Angeles, and Denver, I found my way back to the breathtaking landscapes of Northern Italy.
My background is in documentary filmmaking, a discipline where authenticity is everything. My work has been celebrated globally, including winning Best Documentary in Los Angeles and earning a finalist selection as a producer at the Banff Mountain Film Festival. Today, I bring that exact same cinematic, truth-driven eye to destination weddings, intimate elopements, and high-end commercial campaigns.
As a photographer, I specialize in capturing unique moments, tailoring every shot based on my clients' specific vision. I know that stepping in front of a camera can feel intimidating. That is why my couples often describe me as a "photographer, guide, and friend."
Currently based in Aviano, Northern Italy, I am here to navigate the alpine trails, find the hidden Tuscan villas, speak the local language, and ensure you feel completely at ease whether we are shooting in every corner of Italy or across North America.
Selected Films
Documentary Work as a Producer
Ephemeral
with Jeff Mercier
A documentary following ice climbing legend Jeff Mercier in the incredible Icelandic landscapes, redefining what is possible in ice climbing.
• Finalist, Banff Mountain Film Festival 2025
• Trento Film Festival
• Mendi Film Festival
• Flickr Rhode Island
• Mountainfilm
Tipa Tipa
with Sylvaine Cussot
An emotional trail running documentary in the beautiful Reunion Island, following the grueling journey of the Grand Raid.
• Official Selection, MHFF
• Trail Running Film Festival
DUMPED
with Paws Patrol LV
A real-life documentary exposing the daily realities and emotional toll of the life of animal rescuers in Las Vegas.
• Award Winner, Rock The Shorts Los Angeles
Trusted By
Producing high-end commercial photo and video campaigns requires a level of precision, vision, and adaptability that I bring to every private event and wedding I shoot.
Signature Frames
A curation of my favorite moments
Let's create something beautiful.
I can't wait to connect with you and tell your incredible story.