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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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There’s a first for everything, and I think that Kaitlin, Drew, their wedding party, and families would agree… This wedding day was one of the warmest! Despite the heat, Kaitlin and Drew’s wedding day was gorgeous with intricate details, character, and overflowing with love and joy. Last October, Kaitlin’s sister, Carmen, contacted me about wedding […]

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Excitement was in the air as I arrived to photograph Summer and Robert’s wedding day. Everyone was laughing, talking, and genuinely enjoying the beautiful day. After meeting and hugging these two, I knew that they were kind souls ready to start their marriage and have fun throughout their entire wedding day. That morning, the weather was […]

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This year, the Fourth of July was different… It was a celebration, as always, but it celebrated more than the birth of the United States. It celebrated the beautiful union and beginning of Amanda and Caleb’s life together. It celebrated their new marriage. Amanda and Caleb are near and dear to my heart, and I was […]

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Leah and Jared could not have asked for more beautiful weather on their outdoor wedding day! The warm, radiant light illuminated their love for one another throughout the entire day. Last spring, Leah contacted me about photographing her wedding. When Leah and Jared met, Jared lived in Oregon and Leah lived in Illinois. They instantly fell in love! Their love […]

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It was a beautiful day for a wedding…. Everyone was saying it on June 20th, because, well, it was an absolutely beautiful day for a wedding. The sun was shining for Danielle and Ross. The love between these two is simply sweet. They adore each other, make one another happy, and support each other through […]

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Family photographer & photo studio owner based in Kankakee, Illinois

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