Austin Lifestyle Portrait Photographer | BJ Thompson

Storytelling lifestyle portraits in Austin, TX, designed to capture your hobbies, passions, and everyday moments with natural, relaxed photography. 

📸 Lifestyle Photography That Tells Your Story
“We don’t do stiff poses or fake smiles. We capture life—in real life.”

Your lifestyle is more than a hobby — it’s who you are. Whether you’re strumming a guitar, casting a line at sunrise, or cruising a trail on two wheels, your story deserves to be captured authentically. At BJ Thompson In Real Life Photography, we specialize in lifestyle portrait sessions that highlight your passions, personality, and unique perspective.

 Choose BJ Thompson In Real Life Photography for lifestyle portraits in Austin that celebrate your passions and personality. 

✔️ Showcase what you love — music, sports, nature, crafting, and more

✔️ Stress-free, fun environment designed around your energy and pace
✔️ Real moments: posed and candid, action and quiet
✔️ Tailored session themes — from outdoor adventures to creative studios 

📍 Personalized location — your home, favorite trail, studio, or local spot in Austin
🎯 Candid and posed moments that reflect who you are
🎨 Creative direction and expert guidance
💡 Fast turnaround: Get your images in 5–7 business days
🖼️ High-resolution images ready for prints, albums, and social sharing 

From quick 30-minute sessions to all-day storytelling, every package includes professional editing and a private online gallery. 

🎸 Mini Lifestyle Session – $375
✔️ 30-minute on-location session
✔️ 5 professionally edited high-resolution images
✔️ 1 activity or theme
✔️ Online gallery for image selection

🎨 Classic Lifestyle Session – $450
✔️ 60-minute on-location session
✔️ 10 professionally edited images
✔️ 1–2 themes or hobbies
✔️ Print release + gallery access

🌄 Deluxe Lifestyle Experience – $800
✔️ 90-minute session at home + outdoor
✔️ 20 professionally edited images
✔️ Multiple activities or creative settings
✔️ 8x8 custom photo album included

📖 Day-in-the-Life Session – $1,200
✔️ 5-hour photo documentary-style session
✔️ 40 high-resolution images
✔️ Captures real-life routines + personal moments
✔️ 10x10 premium photo album included

• Additional images — $25 each
• Full gallery upgrade available
• Canvas prints + gift sets available

📅 Limited Availability – Book Early
📍 Serving Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, and surrounding areas
💳 $150 non-refundable retainer due at booking (applied to final balance)

Whether your session is about music, the outdoors, sports, or quiet moments at home, let’s capture your life—exactly as it is.

Planning a family shoot? Check out my Family Portraits or Couples Photography pages.