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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!

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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Iroquois County sunset family photos in Watseka with Kankakee & Iroquois County family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

Goodness, this summer’s family sessions have been THE BEST! My time with the Taylor-Sanford family a few weeks ago did not disappoint. This family is growing again come fall, so this was their last session as a family of three. We met at a new favorite spot to chase the sunset and play in the […]

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Legion Park family photos in Watseka with Kankakee County & Iroquois County family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

Summer sessions just have this family photographer’s heart! This was my first time photographing the Foster family, and it was perfection! We had the most gorgeous summer evening for these photos and to celebrate little man’s six-month milestone. We met at Legion Park in Watseka for this family session. It’s a go-to spot for photos […]

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Natural light studio family photographer in Kankakee – Iroquois & Kankakee County family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

This studio session was one for the books! The Lottinville crew visited me at the studio this summer, and I had too much fun creating these family photos with them!! I love it when family members gift sessions to their loved ones. I may be biased, but I truly think it’s the best gift to […]

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Summer sunset family session in Bourbonnais at Perry Farm with Kankakee family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

Another absolutely gorgeous sunset session that I’m so excited to share here on the blog! The Carmien family is growing this summer!! You definitely remember this family from the past few years around here… What a joy to be trusted to document all of their precious moments in life from their engagement and wedding day […]

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One-year studio milestone photos in Kankakee at Studio 388 with Kankakee County family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

Miss Allie just turned ONE! I loved welcoming this cutie patootie (and her mom and dad!) to the studio for her one-year studio milestone photos. And you know that I just love milestone photos around here!! This session was filled with all my favorite things – some of my favorite clients the McGinnis fam, the […]

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Family photographer & photo studio owner based in Kankakee, Illinois

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