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 | Winter Desert Family Session
Two sisters, a rusty tractor, and zero interest in standing still set the tone for this desert family session in Jerome. The girls climbed, laughed, and pulled their parents into every moment while soft Arizona light painted old trucks and peeling paint in rich, layered frames. This is what happens when a family that actually likes each other meets a landscape full of character.
Big Sister Energy at the Marsh | Maternity and Family Session
This little girl had strong opinions about everything, where everyone should stand, who got mama's hand, even the baby on the way. Her big sister energy turned what could have been a standard maternity session into one of our favorite shoots all year, full of golden hour light at Cherokee Marsh and moments we didn't see coming.
Outdoor Light, Indoor Heart | Newborn with Family
This big brother couldn't stop picking wildflowers at Token Creek Park, while his newborn sister slept through the golden hour chaos. We followed his energy through the meadow and captured the moments that matter: the in-between sprints, the quiet hand-holds, and one perfect final frame we knew belonged on the wall.
Little Ones, Big Memories | Sandy Cove Family Session
This sandy cove in Sintra gave us salt air, bare feet, and two kids determined to climb every rock in sight. When families forget about the camera, that's when the real magic happens, and these silhouettes against the waves might be our favorites yet.
Private Residence Wedding Wisconsin with Lanterns | Verona, WI
Emily and Quinn transformed their Verona backyard into something that rivaled any grand venue, complete with a circular floral arch, bistro lights, and an unforgettable finale: glowing sky lanterns released into the night. This private residence wedding reminded us why intimate celebrations often become our favorite galleries of the year.
Private Residence Wedding Photos with Rustic Charm | Wisconsin
This Belleville couple ditched the venue and brought their celebration home, complete with salvaged wooden doors propped between oak trees and a first dance under glowing string lights. These private residence wedding photos capture something you can't manufacture: the warmth of a day that felt entirely, unmistakably theirs.
Hello, Little One | Spring Family Newborn Session
This little girl with red curls and glasses completely took over the show, and we let her. She pulled wagons, checked on baby, and gave us better shots than any direction we could offer. Those unscripted moments are where the real magic lives.
Red Dress, Spring Sunset | Spring Sunset Maternity Session
That red dress stopped us in their tracks. Before we even started shooting, we knew the combination of bold color and golden hour light was going to give us something special. Watch how the deep crimson glows against a spring sky painted in pastels.
Micro Wedding Madison Wisconsin Jewel Toned | Madison, WI
This jewel-toned Madison backyard micro wedding stopped us in our tracks the moment we saw Alyssa's emerald silk dress, peacock-feather shoes, and a bouquet so vivid it looked like it belonged in a painting.