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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Wild, Playful, and Perfect | Wisconsin Portrait Photography
Seven people, zero interest in standing still, and golden hour light that made everything click. This Wisconsin family showed up ready to be themselves at Garver Feed Mill, and we captured something worth printing large and hanging on the wall.
The Tinsmith Madison Wisconsin | A Modern Summer Wedding
Krissy stepped out in a gown with watercolor florals painted directly into the fabric, and we knew this wedding would be anything but typical. From a greenhouse getting-ready session to golden-hour rooftop portraits overlooking Madison, she and Dave brought a relaxed confidence that filled every frame. That kiss under the concrete overhang with sun flare pouring through? Pure magic.
Coastal Adventure | New Zealand Couple’s Portraits
Dramatic cliffs, wind-swept light, and two people completely at ease with each other. These Mount Maunganui couple's portraits capture what happens when a wild coastline meets genuine connection. See how an unpredictable sky became our greatest asset.
Wisconsin Newborn Portraits | Garver Feed Mill
This little guy slept through almost everything, giving us room to focus on the details: tiny fingers curled against soft gray knit, and a big sister leaning in just close enough. Inside our cozy Garver Feed Mill studio on a cold January day, we discovered that sibling moments tell you more about a family than any posed shot ever could.
JW Marriott Starr Pass Wedding | Tucson, AZ Photography
Andrea practically bounced that morning with one thing on her mind: getting married. We followed her from the soaring pink walls of St. Augustine Cathedral straight into the Tucson desert, where late-March golden hour and actual saguaros turned every frame into something we didn't want to stop shooting.
“The Alaska Sled Dog Hat” | Madison Child Portraits
This Madison family chose one photo as their favorite, and it wasn't for the reason you'd expect. When a simple Alaska sled dog hat became the star of the session, we discovered exactly why shooting at home captures what matters most: a child's genuine personality shining through.
The Ivy House Wedding | A Joyful Milwaukee Celebration
This Milwaukee wedding hit us the moment we walked in. Ten years together, a June afternoon during Pride Month, and a room so full of genuine joy that the energy was electric before we even unpacked our cameras. The red lighthouse, the ivy-covered brick, the sparkler recessional, this day was pure magic.
Love in Every Detail | San Diego Family Photos
Golden hour at Crest Canyon Park brought out something special: a big sister who couldn't stop grinning, a newborn, and light so soft it did all the heavy lifting. This San Diego family session delivered those unscripted moments that end up on the wall.
A Family Worth Celebrating | First Roots Farm Photos
Golden hour light pouring through flower rows, two little girls covered in petals, and a family completely present in the moment. This session at First Roots Farm reminded us exactly why location matters when you're photographing people you love.