Kaede James Takamoto, a Queer Japanese-Australian photographer based in Naarm (Melbourne) and the daughter of two sculptors, grew up immersed in art which has informed and shaped her artistic and commercial work. 

Guided by compassion, respect, and collaborative exploration, Kaede's personal work often delves into the intersections within her own lived experiences and celebrates the intricacies of layered personhood. Embedded within her images are subtle nods to culture and history where her work often centers on the complexities of culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) communities. She holds a Bachelor of Communication Design from Monash University (MADA) and Bachelor of Photography at Photography Studies College, Melbourne and received multiple graduate awards upon completion of her studies.

Kaede's contributions have since been featured in publications including Broadsheet Media, Frankie Magazine, The Guardian, Le Mile, Fashion Journal, The Kuwait Times, and Liminal Magazine. Additionally, her work has been showcased in both international and local exhibitions, including the Contemporary Art Platform in Kuwait, Centre for Contemporary Photography, Seventh Gallery and Hillvale Gallery. Her imagery has earned awards such as the Australian Photography Awards 2021 & 22, Australian Photobook Award 2022, BIFB GradFoto Award and Hillvale Trophy, reflecting her dedication to her work and the communities she represents.