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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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A couple weeks ago, I visited my sister-in-law, Deidre, at her downtown Chicago apartment. The trip was my last to her home in Chicago as she is moving to Miami this month! Over a year ago, Deidre asked me to take fitness photos for her fitness brand, Sweat Eat Live Repeat, and it was a […]

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Let me just say that I was absolutely thrilled when Carolyn contacted me about photographing her sweet little family (and they were an absolute joy to work with)! My husband Kyle and I are so lucky to have connected with the Oldenburg family as students at Illinois College, and we cannot thank them enough for […]

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So many faithful and trusting clients and friends share their families, love, and life with me, so I always want to do the same for you! It’s been such a wonderful summer, and… We got a puppy!! I’m so excited to share photos of our new little lady. She is seriously growing like a weed, and we […]

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And then Viola Joyce was nine months old… This little “Latimer Lady” is full of sass and personality! I love spending mornings photographing her and seeing all of the new things she is learning. Earlier this year, in the middle of our cold and snowy Illinois winter, I was dreaming of a summer session with […]

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Earlier in May, I was contacted by the Heart Gallery of Illinois and asked to provide a session for McKenzie and her family of adopted and foster children all with special needs. I jumped at the opportunity to donate my time and talent to the family, and I was eagerly anticipating and looking forward to our session […]

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Family photographer & photo studio owner based in Kankakee, Illinois

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