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Kankakee Family Photographer | The Hutchison Family

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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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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It feels amazing to say that I am officially completely caught up on editing, galleries, and blogging! This is the first time I have been caught up since several months ago! It has been a wonderful season with much for me to be thankful for, and I am looking forward to things slowing down through the holidays […]

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I’ve known Kassidy and Trevor for as long as I can remember, so when they asked me to photograph their senior portraits, I immediately said YES! This senior session was unique, and I loved that. Kassidy and Trevor are twins, so it was only fitting to have their senior session together! Throughout our session, I would work with […]

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Chicagoland wedding & family photographer based in Kankakee, Illinois

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