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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Pope Farm Conservancy Senior Pictures | Athlete Session
This athlete brought her WIAA state championship medals to the track, then we followed her into the rolling fields at Pope Farm as the golden hour light transformed everything. Two completely different worlds, one unforgettable session that actually told her story.
A Boho Vibe | Madison Maternity Studio Session
This Madison maternity session inside Garver Feed Mill was pure quiet romance. Pampas grass, soft brick walls, and two people completely wrapped up in each other created the kind of easy chemistry that needs almost no direction. The studio light did the heavy lifting, and we got to capture everything in between.
Madison Baby Photographer | Garver Feed Mill
This little guy arrived in a tiny navy sweater ready to sleep, and we captured every impossibly small detail that tends to disappear first. Inside our Garver Feed Mill studio, we slowed down and let the baby set the pace, pulling in close on the moments that matter most.
“Mr. Doug Let Me Sit on That Rock!” | McCarthy Park Family Photo
McCarthy Park in Cottage Grove gave us the perfect backdrop for genuine smiles and climbing adventures. When Graham declared "Mr. Doug let me sit on that rock," we knew we'd captured exactly what makes family sessions magical: kids being completely themselves.
“Vibrant and Natural” | Garver Feed Mill Wedding Portraits
The Garver Feed Mill's October warmth and wildflowers created the perfect backdrop for this couple's portrait session. When they chose their favorite image, it wasn't just about the pose, but how the bold, vibrant florals and natural setting came together in one frame. See what made this autumn celebration so special.
A Session Full of Love | New Zealand Family Photography
Golden grass, a warm coastal breeze, and a family of five who couldn't stop laughing at Mount Maunganui. We captured them playing naturally through that rare golden hour light, then carved out a quiet moment on the rocky hilltop that's become one of our favorites. See what happens when you let a family's own rhythm guide the session.
Baby Photography Session | Garver Feed Mill
Tiny curled fingers, the softest yawns, and stillness that makes you hold your breath. Our Garver Feed Mill studio gave this newborn the warmth and quiet he needed to sleep through nearly every setup, letting us capture those impossibly close details: eyelashes, fingernails, the curve of a cheek. See the triptych that became one of our favorites from this session.
“Our Adventure Side” | UW Arboretum Engagement Photos
During their fall session at the UW Arboretum, this couple climbed a tree to capture their adventurous spirit, and the sun filtering through the branches created pure magic. Sometimes the best engagement photos come from the moments that feel most like you.
A Snowy Session | Madison WI Maternity Portraits
Fresh snow transforms Token Creek Park into something almost cinematic, and this couple's connection only deepened in the quiet cold. We pulled in tight for every frame, letting her floral gown and his rust sweater tell the story against all that white space.