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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!

Hey, I’m Kara!
I'm a family photographer and studio owner based in Kankakee, Illinois. My joy is helping families pause, celebrate, and remember life’s milestones – from new babies to growing little ones, and all the in-between moments.

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A sweet announcement photo session at Willowhaven in Bourbonnais with Kankakee County family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

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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Summer sunset photos at a beautiful park in Frankfort, Illinois with Kankakee family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

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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Michelle and Derek celebrate their growing family with a simple and sweet studio maternity session at Studio 388 in downtown Kankakee, Illinois.

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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A Central Illinois summer family session with the Evans family filled with golden sunset light, backyard adventures, and genuine smiles.

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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Featuring Paige and Jacob’s joyful and fun summer engagement session at the Kankakee River State Park in Bourbonnais, Illinois.

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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Family photographer & photo studio owner based in Kankakee, Illinois

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