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Kankakee studio Family Photographer

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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Studio newborn photographer in Kankakee at the natural light photography studio Studio 388 in Downtown Kankakee.

I first met the Jacobson family in 2023 when Briggs was just 18 months old at holiday mini sessions. Fast forward a year and a half, and they’ve grown into the sweetest family of four with the arrival of their baby girl, Parker. We celebrated this special season with a newborn session at my natural […]

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New Buffalo beach family photos at New Buffalo Beach with Central Illinois family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

A gorgeous summer night on the beach with the Fredrickson family – what could be better? This was such a special travel session as I headed to New Buffalo, the summer home for the Fredrickson crew. When a location holds meaning for a family, it makes the photos even more powerful, and this evening was […]

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Summer Perry Farm anniversary photos in Bourbonnais, Illinois with Kankakee photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

One year, a new house, and all the memories later… Nicole and Thomas celebrated their first wedding anniversary with a summer photo session, and you know I love that! I photographed their wedding day last June, so it was extra special to catch up with them this July and mark this milestone in such a […]

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Iroquois County family photographer in Milford, Illinois with Kankakee & Iroquois County family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

Give me a big family session on a summer evening, and I’m a happy photographer! The Shoufler family gathered on a hot and humid night at the end of July – all 14 of them! – and I’m so glad they made time for updated family photos. This summer has been filled with extended family […]

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Studio two-year milestone photos at Studio 388 with Kankakee, Illinois family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

Simple, sweet, and so full of personality – that’s exactly how I’d describe Elise’s two-year milestone session at the studio! This little lady brought the smiles, the sass, and all the charm to her session. I just loved photographing her at this stage. Two years old is such a fun age, and Elise reminded me […]

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Family photographer & photo studio owner based in Kankakee, Illinois

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