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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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Why you need an heirloom wedding album - wedding advice with Chicagoland wedding photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

There is something incredibly special about your first heirlooms as a married couple, and wedding albums are just that! Even the smallest wedding day details never get old… As a wedding photographer, it’s my goal to make sure that you never forget the big things or the smallest details on your wedding day. A few […]

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Five things no one tells you about getting engaged - wedding advice with Chicagoland wedding photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

Engagement season means that so many “congratulations” and well wishes are going around to newly engaged couples. I love this season where you can simply FEEL the love all around – it’s contagious and so beautiful! Today, I’m excited to share a look at five things that no one tells you about getting engaged. Let’s […]

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The Pantone color of the year 2021 - ultimate gray & illuminating - Chicagoland wedding photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

It’s that time of the year! The Pantone color of the year for 2021 is here… But this year, there is not only one color but TWO – Ultimate Gray and Illuminating! Pantone’s announcement of two colors this time around takes me back to 2016 when they announced two colors for the year! It’s true […]

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Advice for Your Wedding Venue Search with Amy Rauch - Guest blogger on the Kara Evans Photographer blog - a Chicagoland wedding photographer.

Friends, it is a joy to welcome another guest blogger to the blog, and our first guest blogger of 2020…  Say hello to my sweet friend, Amy! She’s so excited to share advice and tips for your wedding venue search today on the blog! Hi! Amy here, co-owner of The Majestic located in downtown Kankakee. […]

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Behind the scenes wedding photos of Kara Evans Photographer - photographer behind the scenes and portfolio headshots.

It’s back – this Wedding Wednesday post is coming at ya with a little twist! My most favorite behind the scenes look at our 2019 wedding season. And I’ve gotta say, it’s so fun to dig through our archives and find these behind the scenes photos! Wedding season after wedding season, we always end up […]

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Family photographer & photo studio owner based in Kankakee, Illinois

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