Wedding and Portrait Photography Blog
Welcome to the Twig & Olive wedding and portrait photography blog. This is where we share full galleries and the real stories behind every session, from weddings at Wisconsin’s best venues to family sessions in our favorite parks.
Every post includes the full gallery, the location details, and the moments that made each session worth remembering. We update this wedding and portrait photography blog regularly with new sessions from across Wisconsin and wherever our clients take us. For guides and education, visit our Articles & Education page.
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“Genuine Smiles” | UW Arboretum Family Photos in Madison
Autumn light filters through the UW Arboretum canopy as this family's genuine personalities shine through in every frame. When kids feel comfortable, the real smiles happen, and that's exactly what we captured during this fall session.
Cozy Fall Light | Madison Area Couples Portraits
Golden hour hit Token Creek just right, and this couple walked through amber light and tall grass like they were the only two people there. We caught everything from wide landscape shots to intimate close-ups, their connection so easy we barely had to direct a thing. If you're thinking fall portraits near Madison, this is what we're after.
Madison Area Baby Photos | Garver Feed Mill
This spring morning at our Garver Feed Mill studio, a big sibling couldn't stop peeking into the newborn's basket while soft light caught every perfect detail. We stepped back and let this family simply be together, watching dad hold his littlest like he'd been doing it forever. That's when the magic happens.
“Carefree Joy” | DeForest Family Photos at Token Creek
A spontaneous twirl in a sunlit field at Token Creek County Park says everything about this family's carefree spirit. We captured these DeForest photos hoping to freeze those authentic moments of childhood joy, and mama's favorite image proves we nailed it. See what happens when kids are free to just be themselves.
The Best Kind of Chaos | Austin Family Photos
At McKinney Falls State Park in Austin, we caught this family in their element: laughing, twirling, and completely themselves against a backdrop of bluebonnets and golden hour light. When a shoulder bump or an eye roll feels more real than any pose ever could, you know you're exactly where you need to be.
Madison Baby Photo Session | Garver Feed Mill
This big sister's protective gaze told us everything within thirty seconds of their session at Garver Feed Mill. We spent the morning capturing eyelashes, curled fingers, and the way soft studio light caught every delicate knit wrap, the tiny details parents forget first but treasure forever.
Lush Gardens and Coastal Light | St Augustine Portrait Session
Within minutes at Washington Oaks Gardens, we noticed these two moved together effortlessly, leaning in without thinking. The park's mix of formal gardens and wild coastal trails kept giving us something better around every corner, and then their two white dogs showed up and completely changed the energy in the best way.
“Can’t Wait to Hang Them Up” | Your New Orleans Family Photographer
Colorful French Quarter storefronts and wrought iron balconies made the perfect backdrop for this family's portraits. When we heard they couldn't wait to hang their images on their walls, we knew we'd captured something truly special. That's what destination sessions are all about.
Dreaming in the Studio | Madison studio newborn photos
This newborn slept through the entire session, giving us the calm, intentional space to work slowly and capture her in the softest light. Inside our Garver Feed Mill studio, we control everything from temperature to sound so families can actually relax while we do what we do best.