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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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Goodbye May, happy June! June is my FAVORITE month of the year – well, for a few reasons! June is when my hubby and I celebrate our wedding anniversary, and it’s when summer starts in full swing… The light, the warmth, the color. IN LOVE! So, I’m happy to roll into June with this quick […]

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Happy Monday to you!  Today, I am so excited to share that my work is currently displayed at a local small business, and one of my very favorites, Grapes & Hops in Kankakee, Illinois! When we first moved to Bourbonnais, I met Amy and Terrance at Grapes & Hops and instantly knew we would be friends… […]

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And just like that, it’s MAY! April was a month filled with family, friends, photography, and of course, CAKE! And yes, this recap was delayed a bit to celebrate Georgie girl’s birthday last week… Looking back on the month of April, I spent several days doing wedding things with my cousin + celebrated her birthday, attended […]

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Happy 2nd birthday to our Georgie girl!  Normally I would be sharing last month’s recap today, but I decided to postpone that post until next Monday so that I could love on Georgie a little extra today… She’s my favorite little puppy, office manager, and the perfect member of our family! Almost two years ago, Kyle […]

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Oh heyyyyy… It’s been far too long since I’ve blogged an “Ask Kara” post! So, what better time than today. I’m so excited to share “what’s in my camera bag” with you! Okay, I’ll admit it. I’m a bag lady! I LOVE having a variety of handbags, clutches, + cute little accessory bags and more. My husband […]

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Family photographer & photo studio owner based in Kankakee, Illinois

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