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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!

It’s been two years since I last photographed the Sanders family, and since then, they’ve welcomed another little one! I loved meeting them at a park close to their home, exploring, and capturing these memories of their beautiful family and growing boys. This session was such a joy, and truly the sweetest evening spent with […]
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This fall is shaping up to be an amazing season filled with even more amazing families! As I always say, there is no greater compliment than being invited to photograph a family year after year. It is such a gift to document not just the big milestones, but the in-between moments, too. Every chapter of […]
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What a joy this fall session was! We squeezed in photos with the Scherf kids before harvest was in full swing on the farm, and I couldn’t be more thankful that we did. Their youngest, Kai, just turned nine months old, and documenting this milestone made the session extra special. Of course, it’s always sweet […]
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I had the best time meeting the Litko family for the first time and taking their early fall photos! Their two sweet boys (along with their pup, Stella) made this session such a joy. I loved being able to share one of my favorite Kankakee County photo spots with them… Governor Small Memorial Park. This […]
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The Knake family’s session was one I’ll always remember! We met on their property, and let me just say, it was a photographer’s dream location. Gorgeous scenery, beautiful light, and a family full of love made this session so special. Now, I completely understand how much work it takes to pull off a family photo […]
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