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City Hall Events Wedding Day in Chicago, Illinois | Stephanie & Dan

Happy dancing because Stephanie and Dan’s spring City Hall Events wedding day is here!

You probably remember Steph and Dan from their engagement photos last summer. These two are the most kind, incredible people and everyone that loves them is lucky to have them in their life! We adore this couple and feel honored to share their wedding day on the blog...

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The Kara Evans Photographer Blog

Welcome to the Kara Evans Photographer blog where I share all the things – from love stories and family photography moments to behind the scenes photos and personal life notes & stories. Pour a glass of bubbly and stay awhile - I’m so glad you’re here!

Hey, I’m Kara!
Hey, I’m Kara! A wedding and family photographer based in Kankakee, Illinois! Whether I’m photographing your wedding day or everyday milestones and memories as a family, this job is my joy.

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Studio three-month milestone photos in Kankakee with Kankakee & Iroquois County family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

Some sessions are extra special, and this one is definitely at the top of the list! The Scherf family is my family – Sara is not only my cousin but also one of my best friends. Getting to document their growing family over the years has been the greatest joy, and this time, we were […]

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Natural light studio family & newborn photos in Kankakee with Kankakee family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

There is something so special about capturing a growing family, and the Moliga crew was an absolute joy to have in the studio! This beautiful family of four recently visited me to celebrate the arrival of their newest little love, baby Lolani. At just one week old, Lolani was as calm and content as she […]

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Studio six-month milestone photos in Downtown Kankakee with Kankakee family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

Miss Ada turned six months old a few weeks ago, and oh my goodness – this girl is adorable! Her teethy smiles and budding personality absolutely shined during her milestone session. I couldn’t help but reminisce about her big sister Annie’s six-month milestone session at the studio just a couple of years ago. Watching this […]

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Kankakee studio family photos in Downtown Kankakee with Kankakee family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

If you can’t tell by now, I’ve been a busy girl at the studio! The past few weeks have been filled with so many of my amazing lifer families (like this one!), and my heart is so full. The Taylor-Sanford family stopped by for Kye’s six-month milestone session, and let me tell you—this boy is CUTE! […]

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Studio one-year milestone photographer in Downtown Kankakee with Kankakee family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

More milestones with the Balthazor family! I think this was our fifth (!!) session since first meeting this wonderful family a couple of years ago. Watching their boys grow and capturing their big moments has been such a joy! This session was all about celebrating Rory turning one! Of course, that meant lots of fun […]

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Chicagoland wedding & family photographer based in Kankakee, Illinois

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