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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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Summer family photos at Perry Farm with the Spry family – Kara Evans Photographer is a Kankakee and Iroquois County family photographer.

Annual photos with the Spry family are always such a joy! This sweet family has been in front of my camera since 2016, and each year the moments we capture together just keep getting sweeter. I’m so thankful for the Spry family and the chance to document their story year after year. This session was […]

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Summer maternity photos at Perry Farm in Bourbonnais with Kankakee & Iroquois County family photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

The Prairie family’s maternity session was such a joy to photograph! These parents-to-be found me through so many of my amazing clients in the Clifton area (you know who you are!) – and I’m so grateful for those connections. This session took place on one of the most beautiful August evenings at Perry Farm, and […]

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Summer Perry Farm anniversary photos in Bourbonnais, Illinois with Kankakee photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

One year, a new house, and all the memories later… Nicole and Thomas celebrated their first wedding anniversary with a summer photo session, and you know I love that! I photographed their wedding day last June, so it was extra special to catch up with them this July and mark this milestone in such a […]

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Perry Farm family photographer in Bourbonnais – Kara Evans Photographer is a family photographer based in Kankakee, Illinois.

Willow just turned two, and what better way to celebrate than with a milestone session at Perry Farm?! This girl is so sweet, and it was such a joy to photograph her and document this season for the Steele family. I first photographed the Steele family last fall at the studio when they welcomed their […]

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Fall anniversary photos at Perry Farm in Bourbonnais with Chicagoland wedding photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

I know I’ve already written this on the blog this fall, but I have to say it again… This fall was one of my favorite fall seasons ever! This fall has been filled with the most amazing people, locations, sunsets, and fall colors. I am feeling very blessed as I’ve been shooting, editing, and sharing […]

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Family photographer & photo studio owner based in Kankakee, Illinois

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