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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The Edgewater Hotel Wedding with Fall Glamour | Madison, WI
This Madison couple brought Wisconsin spirit to lakeside elegance, complete with custom bourbon flasks, monogrammed cornhole boards, and a surprise appearance from the actual Bucky Badger on the dance floor. When rain rolled in during their Capitol portraits, they grabbed a clear umbrella and walked the Edgewater pier like it was meant to be, creating some of the day's strongest images.
The Edgewater Hotel Wedding Photos in September | Madison, WI
This September celebration took us from a string quartet in Paradise Park's golden gardens to a lakeside pier moment at The Edgewater, where golden hour light and a playful energy made every frame feel effortless.
The Sweetest Start | Rustic Newborn Girl Session
This rustic newborn session at our Garver Feed Mill studio captured tiny fingers, soft light, and a big sister moment we couldn't stop shooting. When families feel unhurried and warm, that's when the real magic happens in these fleeting first weeks.
The Loft at 132 Wedding with Moody Romance | Sun Prairie, WI
Rain fell before we even arrived, and it transformed Lisa and Thomas's autumn day into something moody and unforgettable. The Loft at 132's industrial bones met soft burgundy and navy florals, while overcast light made every color glow. This is what happens when a couple embraces the weather instead of fighting it.
Stunning Sunset on Snow | Winter Engagement Session in Madison
That low winter sun threw warm gold across fresh snow, and we knew this Madison session was going to deliver something special. These two showed up ready for the cold, and by sunset, the sky had turned deep purple while they settled under a blanket together. Winter light does things other seasons simply can't match.
Harvest Haven Wedding with Classic Romance | Madison, WI
Golden hour light pooling through wildflowers, a lace dress catching the breeze, two people completely lost in each other. Katie and Chris's Harvest Haven wedding in Madison gave us everything, from a reverent Catholic ceremony to a dance floor glowing under the stars. Click through to see how a Wisconsin summer should feel.
Journeyman Distillery Wedding Photos | Three Oaks, MI
Brick, copper, ivy, and golden hour light framed this summer wedding at Journeyman Distillery. The couple's effortless chemistry matched the industrial romance of the venue perfectly, and we caught everything from quiet getting-ready moments to the groom being hoisted into the air on the dance floor. Every frame tells the story of Three Oaks at its best.
Century Barn Wedding Photos in Summer | Mt Horeb, WI
Waist-high pink cosmos, golden light spilling across the hills, and a couple who couldn't stop laughing. That's what Eric and Kelsey's late summer day looked like at Century Barn in Mt Horeb. These wildflower photos are some of our all-time favorites.
Wrapped in Warmth | Studio Newborn Session
This studio newborn session reminded us why the first two weeks are pure magic. Two big sisters, a sleeping baby, and one sibling moment so genuine it stopped us cold. The brown knit wrap against dried palm fronds gave us exactly the earthy, intentional palette we were after.