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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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Kankakee studio newborn photos – Kara Evans Photographer is a family photographer based in Downtown Kankakee.

There’s something special about documenting a new family! It was truly special to reconnect with the Maloney family as they welcomed their little girl, baby Pearl. I first met the Maloney’s through my college roommate several years ago, and it was a joy to see how their family has grown. Pearl’s newborn photos have my […]

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Kankakee studio three-year milestone photographer – Kara Evans Photographer is a family photographer based in Downtown Kankakee.

Wow, can you believe Ezra is already three?! It feels like just yesterday that I photographed him for the first time, and now he’s all smiles and energy, racing through each milestone! We just wrapped up his three-year milestone photos, and let me tell you, it was so fun! Every time the Robinson family walks […]

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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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Chicagoland wedding & family photographer based in Kankakee, Illinois

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