Austin Family Photographer | Natural & Candid Photography
Natural, heartfelt, and full of connection.
Embracing the warmth and honesty of your everyday moments.
Mini Sessions · starting at $250
Full Sessions · starting at $375
All sessions include a carefully edited online gallery and location guidance.
I'm an Austin-based family photographer specializing in natural, candid sessions. I also photograph maternity, newborn, and couples sessions across Austin, Texas with a calm, relaxed approach, focusing on real connection and the quiet beauty of everyday life.
Whether you're celebrating family, love, or a new chapter, my goal is to create photos that feel honest, warm, and true to you here in Austin, Texas.
What people say about their sessions
Client Reviews & Testimonials
“Photographing our family with a toddler and an infant was challenging,
but Chizu was incredibly kind and patient throughout the entire session.
Her editing feels natural, and she truly understood what we wanted for our family photos.”
— Family session, Austin
“Chizu was an amazing photographer and a spectacular secret keeper.
She helped me plan and capture a surprise proposal with thoughtful preparation,
great location scouting, and creative photo ideas.
I couldn’t recommend her more.”
— Surprise proposal session
Which chapter of your life is next?
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WHAT TO EXPECT
Your Photography Experience in Austin
1
Inquiry
Reach out through the inquiry form — even if you're still deciding or just have a few questions. I'll reply by email with availability and next steps. There's no pressure to book at this stage.
2
Planning
We'll talk through location options, timing, and the overall feel you're drawn to.
I'll guide you so everything feels simple and clear before your session.
3
Session Day
You don’t need to worry about posing.
I’ll gently guide you and focus on capturing natural, genuine moments.
4
Gallery Delivery
Your images are carefully selected and thoughtfully edited.
Your online gallery will be delivered within 2–3 weeks, where you can download your photos or order professional prints, frames, and albums.
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Welcome to
Chizu Takakura Photography
Hi, I'm Chizu.
I'm a lifestyle photographer based in Austin, Texas, passionate about capturing genuine, unrepeatable moments of everyday life.
Before moving to Austin, I spent over a decade working as a full-time photographer in Tokyo, where I learned the art of light, composition, and storytelling while collaborating with inspiring creatives.
I believe that everyone carries their own quiet, irreplaceable beauty.
Through my lens, I aim to create honest and heartfelt photographs that reflect your story — your warmth, your connections, and the simple beauty of everyday life.
I can’t wait to meet you and capture your moments here in Austin.
I specialize in lifestyle photography that tells real stories: families, couples, maternity, newborn, and branding portraits made with warmth and honesty.
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