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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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This year, I offered a handful of summer mini sessions! These mini sessions were set for my only free Saturday evening in June, and of course, they were rained out! My luck wasn’t very good in planning these several months in advance… But, as a photographer, it comes with the territory!  Thankfully, the Rabideau family […]

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Okay, I know this is like a week and a half late (oops, silly me), but last Monday’s anniversary post was important, too! May was a jam packed month between business and family… Early in the month I attended my husband’s graduation from Airman Leadership School, then photographed a wedding, “officially” graduated from college (aka we […]

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Last weekend, I had the opportunity to photograph the Daily family in Milford, Illinois. Kelcey and I have been planning this session for months after her initial inquiry, so we were elated that the weather cooperated for a beautiful evening of (almost) summer family photos! I loved walking, talking, and exploring with this family, while […]

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Happy Monday to you! Last week, my husband, sister, brother-in-law, and I returned home from a magical trip to Walt Disney World! We all love Disney, especially my sister and brother-in-law because they first met while working there in college! We spent 6 days at the resort, parks, and Disney Springs, and we loved every […]

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Last week, I had the opportunity once again to meet someone new! This little lady though is very “new” at only two and a half weeks old! Miss Victoria was born on April 25th and is oh so loved! She is the second new grandbaby (and girl!) to join the extended Gooding family, too! I loved […]

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Family photographer & photo studio owner based in Kankakee, Illinois

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