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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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Hooray for my first “looks like spring” session in central Illinois! This session made me fall more and more in love with warm spring/summer light and working with Miss Bailey was simply amazing! Several months ago, Bailey’s mom contacted me about senior portraits, but she knew that Bailey loved springtime and wanted to wait for […]

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Over the past few days, it is finally starting to feel and look like spring outside in central Illinois! Yay! Doesn’t it just make your heart happy? Last week, when the Illinois weather was still gloomy here, I traveled back to the Fairview and McKinney, Texas areas for a few sessions! It was the perfect time to get […]

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Family photographer & photo studio owner based in Kankakee, Illinois

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