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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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You're engaged, what's next? - a jumpstart wedding planning list of advice with Chicagoland wedding photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

You’re engaged! First things first… CONGRATULATIONS are in order! Now the fun can begin, but sometimes couples wonder where to even start the wedding planning process… Good news – I’m here to help! As a wedding photographer having photographed well over 15o weddings, it’s a joy to share advice, tips, and tricks I’ve learned over […]

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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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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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The Pantone color of the year 2020 - classic blue - Chicagoland wedding photographer Kara Evans Photographer's take on the 2020 Pantone of the year.

It’s that time of the year! The Pantone color of the year for 2020 is here… Classic blue! Each year I love taking a look at the Pantone color of the year from a wedding stylistic perspective. And ummm, can I just say that I’m a big fan?! At first, I was thinking… Nope. But […]

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Chicagoland wedding & family photographer based in Kankakee, Illinois

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