Austin Portrait Photographer 512-387-7269
Austin Portrait Photographer 512-387-7269
Published in Texas Parks Magazine | Exhibited at SXSW 2026 | Featured on Getty Images

I’m Brigitte Thompson, an Austin lifestyle and portrait photographer who believes the most meaningful images come from real moments. I photograph families, seniors, newborns, couples, and professionals throughout Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, and the surrounding Central Texas area.
Published in Texas Parks Magazine • Exhibited at SXSW 2026 • Featured on Getty Images
Photography has been part of my life since childhood. My first camera was a 35mm Pentax, which sparked my love of capturing everyday beauty and meaningful moments. That passion eventually became BJ Thompson In Real Life Photography, where I work as an Austin lifestyle and portrait photographer creating natural, timeless images for families, newborns, couples, and professionals.
That passion eventually became BJ Thompson In Real Life Photography, where I work as an Austin lifestyle and portrait photographer, creating natural, timeless images for families, newborns, couples, and professionals.
Whether I’m photographing a quiet newborn moment, a family laughing together, a lively wedding exit, or a business professional in their best light, my goal is always the same — to capture your story in a way you’ll cherish for years to come.

I blend Austin’s natural outdoor light with clean studio lighting to create soft, flattering, timeless images.
Clients describe my sessions as fun, easy, and stress-free — which brings out real connection and authentic expression.
Featured in Texas Parks Magazine, Fine Art America, Adobe Stock, Getty Images, and multiple commercial platforms.
Photography Exhibition at SXSW – Austin Photographer Brigitte Thompson
In 2026, my photography was selected for exhibition during South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin, Texas. The gallery exhibit featured a curated selection of my lifestyle and portrait photography, highlighting authentic connection, meaningful moments, and visual storytelling.
Being invited to present work during SXSW was an exciting milestone and an opportunity to share my photography with an international creative audience visiting Austin.
You won’t wait weeks. I deliver polished, beautifully edited galleries quickly.
From posing guidance to location planning, I help you feel prepared, relaxed, and confident.

I specialize in:
My purpose is simple:
Every photography session should feel relaxed, comfortable, and natural. My goal is to create an environment where you can simply be yourself while I capture authentic moments and genuine connection.
Whether we’re photographing a family session in Austin, a senior portrait, a maternity session, or professional headshots, I guide you through the process so you never feel awkward or unsure of what to do.
From helping you choose a beautiful location to offering gentle posing guidance, I focus on making the experience enjoyable while creating images that feel timeless, natural, and true to who you are.
The result is a collection of photographs that not only look beautiful but also capture the feeling of the moment.
Let’s create images you’ll treasure for years.
Call or Text 512-387-7269
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Please reach us at contact@bjthompson.photography if you cannot find an answer to your question.
A: Clean, modern, and true-to-life. No heavy filters, no orange skin tones — just natural, timeless color.
A: Yes! I guide you through posing, expression, hand placement, posture, and everything else so you feel relaxed and confident.
A: Most galleries are delivered within 5–7 days, sometimes sooner.
A: Absolutely. I recommend beautiful portrait locations throughout Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Pflugerville, including scenic parks, nature trails, and iconic Austin photo spots.
⭐ "Brigitte with BJ Thompson In Real Life Photography made my 17-year-old daughter feel very relaxed..."
— Debbie H., Senior Portrait Client, Austin TX
⭐ "Brigitte was truly so easy to work with and was accommodating on short notice. So happy we found her and got some amazing photos, and I would highly recommend BJ Thompson In Real Life Photography..."
— Diane J., Family Photo Session, Austin TX
⭐ "Amazing to work with! Found the perfect location and is extremely experienced and professional. Looking forward to working together again..."
— Derek G., Headshot Client, Austin TX
➡️ Discover Why Austin Families Love BJ Thompson Photography → View More Reviews
Every session — family, lifestyle, branding, or headshot — gets the same relaxed, supportive experience and high-quality results. Here’s what clients say about working with BJ Thompson Photography:
While these video testimonials highlight different types of sessions (branding and headshots), they speak to the full BJ Thompson Photography experience — relaxed sessions, natural posing, and beautiful results. Every client receives the same professional, friendly, and stress-free approach, no matter the type of session.
Featured Photo: A bold, modern studio portrait showcasing confidence, style, and authentic personal branding.
Marcus shares his experience during a personal branding and headshot photography session and talks about how relaxed, confident, and comfortable he felt throughout the process.
This session was designed to create modern, editorial-style images that reflect personality, presence, and authenticity — not stiff poses or forced expressions.
Client testimonials like this are especially helpful for professionals, creatives, and entrepreneurs in Austin and surrounding areas who want branding photos that feel elevated, natural, and true to who they are.
Siena talks about her senior portrait session at UT Austin and how relaxed, natural, and confident she felt throughout the experience. Her images captured her personality and style in a modern, authentic way. A great review for families looking for senior portraits in Austin or Round Rock.
Amoke shares her experience working with BJ Thompson Photography for her branding portrait session in Austin TX. She felt confident, supported, and relaxed throughout the process. Her images elevated her brand and showcased her authentic personality. Perfect testimonial for anyone seeking modern branding photography in Austin or Round Rock.
John shares his experience getting professional headshots with BJ Thompson Photography in Austin TX. He felt comfortable and confident during the session and loved the polished, natural results. His new headshots improved his online presence on LinkedIn and professional platforms. A strong review for business professionals seeking modern headshots in Austin.
BJ Thompson In Real Life Photography
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