kara evans

Welcome to the Kara Evans Photographer blog where I share all the things - from love stories and encouragement for creatives 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!

Jen Alyn on How to Create Content that Connects

Poke fixie kickstarter fashion axe mixtape brunch. Bushwick master cleanse waistcoat, everyday carry chillwave la croix. Jianbing next level narwhal. literally vinyl selfies distillery squid humblebrag. Glossier church-key.

read post

the latest

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...

read post

featured

welcome to

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.

TOp categories
List of three things no one tells you about getting engaged - wedding Wednesday blog advice from Chicagoland wedding photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

It’s engagement season, and so many “congratulations” and well wishes are going around! I love this season where you can simply FEEL the love all around! Today, I am so happy to share a few things that are often not thought of until you get engaged and experience them yourself. First, you can’t stop staring […]

Read More

Kara Evans Photographer - Wedding Wednesday - Wedding Blogger - Ideas for Displaying Your Wedding Photos

Hi friends! As a wedding photographer, OF COURSE, I always encourage my couples to print their photos… But this can sometimes be an overwhelming task. How, where, which photos? So, today, I’m excited to share a little peek into how I personally chose to display a large handful of our wedding photos! These windows were […]

Read More

Mismatched wedding dresses style on wedding days - wedding Wednesday blog with Chicagoland wedding photographer Kara Evans Photographer.

Hello, happy Wedding Wednesday!  Today, we are talking bridesmaids dresses! I’ll be 100% honest… As the mismatched bridesmaid dress trend has grown and gained popularity over the past few years, I am continually in LOVE! I’ve photographed countless weddings where the couple chose mismatched bridesmaid dresses for the ladies and while they are mismatched, they all […]

Read More

Kara Evans - Kara Evans Photographer - Central Illinois Wedding Photographer - Wedding Wednesday Blog - Wedding Blog - Understanding RSVP Etiquette - RSVP Rules - RSVP Do's and Don'ts

Wedding RSVP etiquette can be a tricky + stressful topic for so many couples. All too often, I hear of couples’ stress and frustration over RSVP’s for their wedding days… Late responses, NO response from some, and guests adding people to the guest list! So today, I want to revisit this topic and offer a […]

Read More

Kara Evans Photographer - Wedding Wednesday - Wedding Blogger - Gift Ideas for the Father of the Bride

Earlier this year, I photographed a late March wedding day and have felt touched by it ever since… Macy and Trace’s wedding day started out with the two of them surrounded by their loved ones, and the couples showered their people with gifts + love while getting ready… I have never seen such a generous couple […]

Read More

Instagram

Chicagoland wedding & family photographer based in Kankakee, Illinois

@karaevansphotog