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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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Kara Evans Photographer - Central Illinois Family Photographer - Spring Mini Sessions - Spring Family Photos - Watseka Illinois Family Photographer

BOOKING IS NOW OPEN! It’s that time of the year for mini sessions… And this year, I am so excited to offer an afternoon of springtime mini sessions in May! Here are the details you need to know! –    When? Saturday, May 5th –    Where? Watseka, Illinois –    What? 20 Minute Sessions Your […]

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This fall, I am thankful for so many wonderful family session clients that joined me for fall mini sessions. It truly is the season of thankfulness! At the start of November, I had the honor to photograph seven families at my fall mini sessions. After a weather reschedule due to rain/sleet/freezing temperatures and moving the […]

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I love how this job allows me to build relationships, work with people, and watch families grow! It’s been a few seasons since I’ve seen the Lange family, and my have these kiddos grown up! It’s so fun to see how Kaitlyn, Evan, and Henry have changed since I last photographed them. Their personalities are […]

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For fall mini sessions this year, I loved having a two couples in love join me for sessions! A few sessions after Kassidy and Justin’s session, I was happy to see Kenzie and meet her boyfriend Ross. And this session with Kenzie and Ross did not disappoint! The fall sunset light was gorgeous and complimented […]

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Goodness, it doesn’t get any cuter than the Trumble family! In high school, I met both of the Schlotman sisters (Ellen and Joanna) before they got married and started families of their own. I have come to know this family well, and I love keeping up with them via social media. Each time I see […]

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Chicagoland wedding & family photographer based in Kankakee, Illinois

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