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Capturing the Hutchison family over the years has been such a joy. From photographing their engagement and wedding day to newborn and family photos, these memories and milestones truly have my heart!
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Welcome to the Kara Evans Photographer blog! This is a space filled with joy, heartfelt moments, and the memories that matter most to your family. Every session shared here celebrates your story and the season you’re in. I’m so glad you’re here!

There are some families who make you feel so lucky to do what you do, and the Brokop family is definitely one of those families for me! I have had these three in front of my camera several times over the past year, and every single session has been such a joy. They are kind, […]
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It has been so much fun watching the Metzger family grow over the years, and this session was another sweet chapter to add to their story! I have been photographing Jen and Brett since 2018, and over the years I have had the chance to photograph Beckett, Baylor, and now their newest little girl, Brigham. […]
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I always love being invited into seasons like this, and I loved getting to celebrate Michelle and Derek as they prepare to welcome their baby girl! Their maternity session took place at Studio 388, and I think we were all extra grateful that we had planned a studio session for this one. After a very […]
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Every once in a while, a session feels a little extra special simply because of who is on the other side of my camera! This one was with my brother-in-law and sister-in-law, along with my three nephews and a fourth nephew on the way! My sister-in-law Erin is expecting their newest little guy, so this […]
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Some couples make you feel like you’ve known them forever, and that is exactly how I felt photographing Paige and Jacob for their engagement session! These two met several years ago, started dating, and have since made Bourbonnais home. They found my work thanks to Paige’s cousin, Lizzie, whose wedding I had the honor of […]
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