Senior year is a milestone worth documenting. Your senior portraits should feel genuine, stylish, relaxed, and true to who you are. No stiff poses. No heavy filters. Just clean, modern images that show your personality and confidence.
At BJ Thompson In Real Life Photography, I create meaningful senior portraits designed around YOU — your interests, your style, and your vision. Whether you want bold editorial portraits, soft natural light, or a mix of candid and classic photos, your session will feel comfortable, fun, and completely tailored to you.

• Relaxed sessions that help you feel comfortable
• Professional posing guidance for natural expressions
• Clean, timeless editing — no orange tones or filters
• Personalized images that highlight your interests
• Experienced with seniors, teens, grads, and athletes
• Serving Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, and nearby areas

• A laid-back session that never feels awkward
• A mix of candid, styled, and classic portraits
• Guidance for outfits, locations, and natural poses
• Fast gallery delivery
• Perfect for graduation announcements, invitations, and social media
Each session includes professional editing, a private online gallery, and full printing rights.

Perfect for quick, stylish graduation portraits.
• 30-minute outdoor session
• 10 edited images
• 1 outfit
• 1 location
• Additional images available

A complete senior experience with variety.
• 60-minute session
• 15 edited images
• Up to 2 outfits
• 1–2 nearby locations
• Online gallery + print release

Ideal for seniors who want multiple looks and locations.
• 90-minute outdoor or in-home session
• 25 edited images
• Up to 3 outfits
• 2–3 locations
• Candid + editorial portraits
• Online gallery + print release

The full creative experience.
• 3-hour session
• 30 edited images
• Unlimited outfit changes
• Multiple locations (urban + nature)
• Cap-and-gown, lifestyle, and hobby portraits
• Online gallery + print release

• Additional digital images — $25 each
• Full gallery upgrade available
• Canvas prints, wall art, albums, and gift sets








Your senior portraits should feel real, meaningful, and confidently YOU.
Call or text 512-387-7269 to check availability or click below to book your session.
• UT Campus (Tower, steps, fountains, architecture)
• Brushy Creek Lake Park
• South Congress + downtown Austin
• Lady Bird Lake boardwalk
• Bull Creek, Walnut Creek
• Your high school campus
• Your home or backyard
• Golden hour sessions available year-round
• Relaxed sessions that help you feel confident and natural
• Professional guidance for posing, outfits, and lighting
• Creative, personalized images that reflect your interests
• Clean, timeless editing — no orange tones or heavy filters
• Experienced with seniors, teens, athletes, musicians, and grads
• Serving Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, and nearby areas
• Limited availability during spring and fall — early booking recommended
• Sessions scheduled about 2 hours before sunset for best light
• Indoor sessions begin 30 minutes early for Q&A and prep
• Serving Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, Leander, and surrounding areas
• $150 non-refundable retainer required to reserve your date (applied to final balance)
⭐ "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
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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.
Please reach us at contact@bjthompson.photography if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Most seniors book 4–8 weeks ahead. Spring and early fall fill quickly.
You choose the location, or I can recommend UT Campus, Brushy Creek, Lady Bird Lake, South Congress, or your school campus.
Each package includes a different number of outfits, but you’re welcome to bring extras.
Yes — I guide every pose so you feel confident and natural.
Choose outfits that feel like YOU — solid colors, layers, and flattering fits always work well. I’ll send you a prep guide with tips on choosing colors and accessories that photograph beautifully.
Yes! Bring anything that reflects your personality — sports gear, instruments, books, pets, cap & gown, or anything meaningful from your senior year.
Parents are always welcome to come along. If you'd like a quick family photo, just let me know before the session — I’m happy to include one.
I’d love to capture the real moments your family never wants to forget.
Let’s create warm, candid portraits you’ll treasure for years.
“We don’t do stiff poses or fake smiles. We capture life—in real life.”
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