Natural, heartfelt photography for
families, couples, and creative souls.
By Austin lifestyle photographer Chizu Takakura.

Family walking together under oak trees in Austin, captured by natural light lifestyle photographer

Kids running and playing on rocks at McKinney Falls State Park during a family photoshoot in Austin,

Family cuddling with their newborn baby on a bed, captured in natural light — Austin lifestyle photo

Family walking together under oak trees in Austin, captured by natural light lifestyle photographer

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Which chapter of your life is next?

From family milestones to surprise proposals,
I capture the moments that matter.

Browse the galleries below to see recent sessions.

Family

Maternity & LIfeStyle Newborn

Couples, Engagements & Proposals

Senior

Headshots & Portrait

Branding

Warm family moment captured in soft natural light

Life ,love and everything between- beautifully captured

Capturing the beauty of your life authentically — from lifestyle newborn and family sessions to couples, engagements, maternity, senior, and branding photography in Austin, Texas.

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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.

About Me

2nd Anniversary Offer!
To celebrate my second year in Austin,
new clients can enjoy

15% off full and deluxe sessions

through December 2025.
(This offer excludes Mini Sessions, Headshots, and Surprise Proposal Sessions..)

Price

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Natural, heartfelt photography for families, couples, and creative souls. By Austin lifestyle photographer Chizu Takakura.