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PARTY THAN A PHOTOSHOOT,

PARTY THAN A PHOTOSHOOT,

really.

Our process lets you focus on that, not the other stuff. Sed tempus nisl a elit molestie, ut dictum est blandit. 

Our style lends itself to editorial, exquisite, chic and happy weddings of all sizes and styles. Caroline and her associates are available for weddings and destinations worldwide and are frequently photographing in San Francisco Bay Area, the Wine Country; Napa and Sonoma, Sacramento, New York and Los Angeles. We do have a soft spot for intimate weddings, elopements and unique unions!

Because we are so in love with bespoke weddings, we prefer to work with each couple to prepare a custom tailored wedding commission quote that matches your needs and desires. We can't wait to sit down with you in our studio, get to know you better and laugh together! And then get straight to having fun together on your wedding day. Let's get started on your wedding photography story!

learn more about us

We are wedding photographers seeking natural moments, beautiful scenes and epic couples. Your love gives us heart explosions.

we

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milou & olin

weddings by milou and olin

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merry makers

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When Olin started photography over a decade ago, she never thought that she would be fortunate enough to have her own little Californian, all women, bespoke boutique. Now, Milou and Olin Photography has grown into a petite family of amazing photographers all devoted to one thing: beautiful wedding imagery for our discerning and stylish couples delivered with the utmost care, devotion and impeccable attention. From the very start, the first click of our cameras and all up until the final delivery of our fine crafted wedding albums, we are here for our couples every step of the way, to make the process a beautiful and smooth part of your wedding experience. We are grateful for the honor of being a part of your wedding. Thank you!

weddings by milou and olin

process

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It all starts with that initial email or phone call. Pretty soon you're chatting and laughing away with Kayla and telling us all about your wedding details and dreams. We love to hear it all and we will help you every step of the way.

Next comes the part where you sit down with your photographer, Olin, Lia, Brooke, Alicia, or Michelle, we all share a genuine love for people, love and most of all, our clients. We welcome you to our studio to hang out and we will trade stories and get to know each other better while we look through some beautiful albums of past weddings we have photographed. This is the part where we fall in love with each other and the rest is easy. The only hard part is waiting patiently for your special day!

weddings by milou and olin

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The doors to our Northern California studio is always open! We love to sit down with you over a cup of coffee or a glass of champagne (your choice!), and get to know each other better. We have a feeling that your story is pretty darn cute! We take having fun and laughing very seriously so don't hesitate, give us a call or email us and let's hang out. Let us know if you would like to visit, we would love to have you!

THE milou & olin EXPERIENCE

HERE'S WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

A team of creatives dedicated to telling the story of your magical day and the start of your lives together. Bright, natural, and gorgeous photos that capture the true essence of who you are as a couple. Your laughter, warmth, and one-of-a-kind connection reflected back to you in snapshots you can cherish forever. 

When you say “I do” to working with us, you get more than stunning photos. You get a trusted friend who is there to gently guide you through the whole process, enthusiastically celebrate your day, and make you feel as beautiful as you are. 

“We had a total blast!”

We had the best possible experience with Milou + Olin and it shows in the pictures! They captured artistic and original moments of our wedding that embody all the emotions and beauty of the day. Their secret weapon is that they took time to know us so they anticipated our needs. What more could you ask for?”

— beth & kevin

"We had no idea that we'd be gaining a friend."

We’ve had the opportunity to create amazing memories with Caroline by our side, fist pumping and showing off our kung fu moves at Crissy Field, baking like cornbread under hot Texas sun, and searching for Big Foot in Seattle. Needless to say, I’m excited to see what other life turning events we can share with Caroline & the Milou + Olin posse.

— karen & thong

“A beautiful story of our love!"

The moment my husband and I sat down with Caroline we knew that she would be the perfect photographer to capture such an important day in our lives. Not only was she genuinely interested in learning about what we envisioned for our wedding photos, she also had a clear interest in learning about our personalities in general. 

— shirley & elijah

OUR PROCESS

the meet cute

A phone call with our studio manager Kayla so that we can get to know you

getting to know each other

A phone call with our photographer of your choice to connect

making it official

We will send you a customized proposal for you to review and sign and then it's official!

THE BIG DAY

Your special day is here, and we are ready to document your story

what we believe in

An authentic, beautiful expression of your day

Creative, clean and crisp wedding artistry that’s romantic, fun, and emotional. We pride ourselves on not just being photographers, but rather artists creating unique and expressive imagery.

I loved every moment —

When I see my photos I just feel overwhelmed, they’re so gorgeous.

— brittany & scott, bride & groom

INVESTMENT

Our collections begin at $3200 for associate wedding coverage and $5800 for weddings by Olin. We'd begin by jumping on a call and sending you a proposal for the package most beneficial for you.

Milou + Olin is currently accepting a chic number of commissions for 2023 & 2024 weddings. And because, like us, you pride yourself in seeking out a tiny, exclusive studio who loves to serve you in every way imaginable, With a limited number of dates left available, we hope you won’t wait too long to contact us. We plan to inspire you, to fulfill your every wish, and to see your dreams breathed into life.

"LOVERS DON'T FINALLY MEET SOMEWHERE.

They're in each other all along."

Your experience Includes

Discover the process while we get to know you and your vision for your wedding! The consultation is where we get to know you better!

consultation

We'll curate the perfect looks for you, with the right outfits, accessories for your engagement session.

wardrobe styling

Professional make up services are available for additional fee to add on to your engagement session.

professional makeup

Our photographers are experts in posing,  finding your best angles and capturing your personality, telling your story through beautiful photos you'll want to share with everyone!

guided photoshoot

Change into different outfits during your session to let your personality shine through - we know how fun it can be!

multiple outfits

We'll take care of every little detail, retouching each image as if it was going to be on a magazine cover!

professional retouching

We offer easy digital downloads and digital files options that fit your modern lifestyle and are perfect for social media.

digital files

Our comprehensive prep guides are here to guide you every step of the way, ensuring you're fully prepared and ready to make unforgettable memories on your wedding day.

prep guides

Choose from our selection of luxury heirloom photographic products to decorate your walls, or go for a luxury album that's all about you!

heirloom products

Frequently asked questions

HOW FAR IN ADVANCE SHOULD WE CONTACT YOU?

Typically, our couples book their wedding dates 9-12 months ahead of time. But remember, some dates are more popular than others! Some couples book us before they have a venue!

DO YOU TRAVEL FOR WEDDINGS?

Oh my gosh, yes and we love to! We have been all over the US and other amazing destinations around the world to photograph some of the most beautiful and unique weddings. Just let us know where yours is and we will be right there with you!

DO YOU OFFER WEDDING ALBUMS?

Yes, yes, yes! And we love them! We have bespoke beautiful hand made albums that are custom designed by Olin just for you. We love to show them off and you will get to see the heirloom albums in person when you sit down with us in our studios!

HOW MANY PHOTOS WILL WE RECEIVE?

We believe in quality over quantity and we take a lot of time to hand craft and fine tune your wedding photographs for you. The amount of photographs you will receive will depend on your wedding but you can expect anywhere from 500-700 from a typical wedding.

HOW CAN WE GO ABOUT BOOKING MILOU & OLIN?

Yay, we can't wait to get to know you! First, contact our studio and we chat over the phone to give you all the necessary details. Then you will chat with one of our photographers. After that, the whole process is online and easy peasy! You'll sign a contract and boom, it's all done!

READY TO GET STARTED?

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      EXPERIENCE
BEGINS HERE

Send us a note, let's find out if we are the right match for you. Let's create magical heart explosions on your big day, and make your wedding photography dreams come true.