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Kankakee Family Photographer | The Hutchison Family

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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The Kara Evans Photographer Blog

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 maternity & family photos at Studio 388 in Kankakee, Illinois with Kankakee family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

The Boeringa family found their way to me through longtime clients, the Robinson family, and I am always so grateful for those connections. Word of mouth means everything as a Kankakee family photographer. This family of four will be welcoming baby girl number three this spring, and I loved capturing this season of anticipation and […]

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Studio milestone photos at Studio 388 in Kankakee, Illinois by Kankakee family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

There is something extra special about photographing families who have been with me since the very beginning! As a Kankakee family photographer, these relationships are truly the heart of my work. I first photographed the Walver family back in 2010, and somehow, here we are all these years later, celebrating Finn turning four. That kind […]

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Kankakee studio newborn photography at Studio 388 in Kankakee, Illinois with Kankakee family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

There is something extra special about kicking off the new year with families who have grown in front of my lens! My first session of the year was with the McCray family, and it was such a meaningful way to begin another season behind the lens. I have been photographing their family for several years […]

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One-year milestone photo inspiration at Studio 388 in Kankakee, Illinois with Kankakee family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

Ending the year with the Scherf family and celebrating Kai’s one-year milestone was perfect! Our niece Lucy and cousin Kai were born just one day apart, so having their sessions as my final two sessions of 2025 felt like the sweetest full-circle moment. It was the perfect way to close out a busy year filled […]

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A one-year milestone session at Studio 388 in Kankakee, Illinois with Kankakee family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

The Diaz family session was one of the sweetest ways to wrap up my 2025 studio sessions! Capturing our niece Lucy’s one-year milestone felt extra special because this girl truly has our hearts. Lucy is sassy, sweet when she wants to be, and absolutely full of personality. She keeps everyone on their toes, and it […]

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Chicagoland wedding & family photographer based in Kankakee, Illinois

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