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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Whistling Straits Wedding Photography | Kohler, WI
Golden prairie grass and moody string lights set the stage for Alexandra and Jonathan's Whistling Straits wedding, but it was a quiet moment that stopped us cold, her reading a handwritten letter before the ceremony. Scroll through to see how this couple brought effortless elegance and genuine joy to every frame of their October celebration.
New Berlin Wedding Photographer | A Classic Fall Wedding
This New Berlin wedding had us chasing golden hour on a quiet country path, spinning Brittany under Jacob's arm while her dress caught the September light just right. From a reverent ceremony at Holy Apostles Parish to a personality-packed reception at Aud Mar, every hour delivered something worth remembering.
Oak Hill Farm Wedding IL | Apple River Photographer
Courtney and Matthew brought such effortless joy to Oak Hill Farm that we knew this fall day would be special. From the historic chapel ceremony to golden-hour portraits in a field of dried sunflowers, every moment had that unhurried, real feeling. Their kids stealing the show during family photos? That's the kind of chaos we live for.
Little One, Big Moment | Summer Floral Newborn Session
This summer floral newborn session at our Garver Feed Mill studio reminded us why we do this: to capture the tiniest details parents forget in a blink. Soft cream wraps, dried yellow blooms, and a baby who slept through the whole thing made for one of those mornings where everything just clicked.
Hilton Milwaukee City Center Wedding | Glamorous Photos
This glamorous fall wedding at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center had all the makings of pure elegance: Art Deco chandeliers, moody florals, and a couple whose energy filled every room. But what really got us was how personal every detail felt, from the bride's cathedral veil catching the wind in a downtown alley to that raw, unscripted moment when the groom first saw her walk down the aisle.
Magnolia Blossoms and Boho Style | Spring Boho Maternity Session
Magnolia blooms last maybe a week in Madison, so when this spring session lined up with peak pink and white petals at the UW Arboretum, we knew we had something rare. Golden hour light, flowing crochet textures, and tender moments under the branches, every frame just worked.
“Our Love for Him” | Garver Studio Newborn Couple Favorites
Choosing their favorites from this newborn session tells the whole story: a tender family-of-three portrait and an impossibly sweet pose in a vintage basket. These parents picked images for completely different reasons, and we think you'll understand why once you see them.
Chula Vista Resort Wedding | Wisconsin Dells Photos
Josie and Andy's September wedding at Chula Vista Resort had us editing late into the night because nearly every frame felt essential. Tall pines, warm stone light, and a couple who couldn't stop laughing created something we couldn't stop capturing. Their first look alone stopped us cold.
Chasing the Light | Bay Front Family Session
This bay front session at Philippe Park gave us everything, massive live oaks, sandy shoreline, and a family of six who had zero interest in standing still. We chased that golden hour light through stone steps and mangrove backdrops, but the real magic? Capturing the moment when everyone stopped performing and just existed together.