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City Hall Events Wedding Day in Chicago, Illinois | Stephanie & Dan

Happy dancing because Stephanie and Dan’s spring City Hall Events wedding day is here!

You probably remember Steph and Dan from their engagement photos last summer. These two are the most kind, incredible people and everyone that loves them is lucky to have them in their life! We adore this couple and feel honored to share their wedding day on the blog...

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The Kara Evans Photographer Blog

Welcome to the Kara Evans Photographer blog where I share all the things – from love stories and family photography moments to behind the scenes photos and personal life notes & stories. Pour a glass of bubbly and stay awhile - I’m so glad you’re here!

Hey, I’m Kara!
Hey, I’m Kara! A wedding and family photographer based in Kankakee, Illinois! Whether I’m photographing your wedding day or everyday milestones and memories as a family, this job is my joy.

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Kara Evans Photographer - Wedding Wednesday - Wedding Blogger - Planning Family Formal Photos

Wedding days are often the first time I meet my couple’s family members… And I love it! It’s so fun to meet their people + meet those people that have encouraged, supported, and loved them throughout the years. When planning for wedding photos with my couples, I always work with them to come up with […]

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Kara Evans - Kara Evans Photographer - Central Illinois Wedding Photographer - Wedding Wednesday - Wedding Blogger - Groomsmen Gift Ideas - Gift Ideas for Your Groomsmen

When it comes to gifts for your groomsmen (and entire bridal party at that), I think it’s so important to set a budget + give gifts that are meaningful AND useful… AKA practical and something that your guys will actually use! Over the years, I’ve seen so many unique groomsmen gifts, so today I’m sharing […]

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Kara Evans - Kara Evans Photographer - Central Illinois Wedding Photographer - Wedding Wednesday - Wedding Blogger - Tips for Bridesmaids - How to be a Bridesmaid - My Top Three Tips for Bridesmaids

It’s so fun to be a bridesmaid! As a wedding photographer and someone that has been a bridesmaid, I think I offer a unique perspective on the role. Here are my top three tips for bridesmaids! 1. Be present! — Being present is so important as a bridesmaid because the bride wants to share this experience, process, […]

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Kara Evans Photographer - Wedding Wednesday - Wedding Blogger - Considering Professional Makeup on Your Wedding Day

Remember when I blogged about the importance of a talented hairstylist on your wedding day a few weeks ago? Well, today, I’m excited to share why you should consider professional makeup on your wedding day, too! Professional makeup artists amaze me… Throughout the past years of my job, I have met dozens of talented makeup […]

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Kara Evans Photographer - Wedding Wednesday - Wedding Blogger - Sending Wedding Day Thank You's - Wedding Thank You Advice

You’re finally married… Yay! And now that you’re back from your honeymoon and returning to day-to-day life, it’s time to think about sending wedding day thank you’s! I’m a snail mail kinda lady – as I’ve mentioned before – so this was one of my favorite things at the end of the wedding process! After […]

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Chicagoland wedding & family photographer based in Kankakee, Illinois

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