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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“Just Me and Her” | McCarthy Park Mama Daughter Photos
Mamas are almost always behind the camera, rarely in front of it. These McCarthy Park wildflower portraits gave this mama something she doesn't often get: genuine photos of herself with her daughter, captured against a dreamy late-summer backdrop.
New Baby, New Favorites | July Studio Newborn Session
Tiny fingers, sleepy stretches, and one perfect moment when mom stepped into the frame and everything shifted. This July studio session at our Garver Feed Mill space reminded us why we fell in love with newborn photography in the first place.
“Definitely Going on the Wall” | Mayslake Forest Family Photos
This mama knew instantly which photo was heading straight to the wall. We spent the afternoon at Mayslake Forest Preserve capturing these brothers exactly as they are, and their authentic personalities shine through in every frame.
Candid and Connected | Family Workshop Family Session
Three kids, one mom, and a forest path leading straight to the fjord. This family workshop session in Norway reminded us why unposed moments matter most, especially when the light turns golden and everyone just relaxes into being together.
“Sleepy Little Personality” | Garver Newborn Girl Session
This little girl's sleepy personality came through in every frame, especially when we captured those dreamy coos with her mouth slightly open. Our Garver Feed Mill studio became the perfect backdrop once we learned about the family's sentimental connection to orange, teal, and coral, weaving those meaningful colors into every shot.
“The Happiest Little Boy” | UW Arboretum Milestone Session
Watching this one-year-old light up at the UW Arboretum's dappled light was pure magic. His mama said it best: "You captured the love here." These are the photos families return to year after year, watching their little ones grow.
Golden Light and Big Smiles | Winter Family Mini Session
A wicker bench, two kids brimming with energy, and exactly twenty minutes of golden light, that's all this winter family session needed. When mini sessions move fast, the real moments land naturally, and this Madison shoot gave us some of our favorite portraits of the season.
“The Real Moment” | Norway Family Session Travel
Shooting in Sola, Norway gave us a quality of light we'd never experienced before, and this family's genuine interaction in that golden hour became something truly magical. Their favorite image says it all: "the light, the real moment, the smiles." See what happens when you trust the landscape and let the moment unfold.
“Amazing Colors” | UW Arboretum Spring Engagement
Spring blooms at their peak and two people who couldn't stop laughing, that's the magic we captured at the UW Arboretum this May. See how real joy and those incredible lilac-and-magnolia colors come together in one unforgettable session.