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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!

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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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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It had been a little while since the Koch family had been in front of my camera, and this session was so sweet! This holiday season, their family grew as they welcomed their third precious baby girl. Getting to document this new chapter was an honor. I have been photographing Holly and Kolton since their […]
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The Robinson family joined me at the studio for a mini session with a little holiday flair, and I can’t tell you how grateful I am that I added gorgeous Christmas trees to the studio this year! They really brought the holiday spirit to life for these photos. After this session, I couldn’t help but […]
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Holiday mini sessions at Studio 388 in Kankakee were pure magic this year! On this special day, I photographed nine families in the studio, and it truly was one of my favorite days of the entire year. We’re a family that doesn’t decorate for Christmas until after Thanksgiving, so hosting holiday photos beforehand always feels […]
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