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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!

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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 milestone photographer in Kankakee, Illinois – Kara Evans Photographer is a family photographer based in Downtown Kankakee.

Time truly flies – Macklin is already eight months old! It feels like just yesterday that he joined the family last summer. To celebrate this milestone, it was time for another photo session with these two sweet boys, and let me tell you, they brought ALL the personality! Macklin and Maverick are growing up so […]

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Studio maternity photographer in Kankakee, Illinois – Kara Evans Photographer is a family photographer located in Downtown Kankakee.

Family photos in the studio never fail to make my heart happy, and the Moliga family’s studio maternity latest session is no exception! I first met this sweet family when their little guy, Koa, was just seven months old. Since then, I’ve had the joy of photographing them three times, each session more special than […]

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Kankakee studio milestone photographer in downtown Kankakee with Kankakee & Iroquois County family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

Finn turned THREE this January! It’s hard to believe this little cutie is already three years old. I’ve loved watching Finn grow and capturing his milestones, including his most recent three-year session, where his personality truly shined. The Walver boys hold a special place in my heart. I’ve been photographing them for as long as […]

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Kankakee studio family photos in downtown Kankakee with Kankakee & Iroquois County family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

Such a fun family session! The Manseau family visited me at the studio for updated family photos just after the new year, and I couldn’t have loved it more. This session was simple and neutral, allowing the focus to be on the love and connection this family shares. It’s a great reminder of how important […]

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Alaina and Konnor's winter I Hotel wedding day in Champaign, Illinois with Chicagoland wedding photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

My last wedding of the 2024 season was nothing short of amazing! Alaina and Konnor dreamed of an elegant winter wedding day, and all of the details came together to create such a beautiful, romantic, and fun day! Celebrating these two is easy!! I may be a little biased, but I have so much love […]

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Chicagoland wedding & family photographer based in Kankakee, Illinois

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