KARA HANES

I live and work in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and I love photographing weddings across West Michigan, Detroit, and Chicago. My couples value genuine connection, joyful moments, and timeless storytelling through photography.

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Images That Tell Your Love Story

BECAUSE YOU SHOULD
FEEL LIKE

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ON YOUR WEDDING DAY

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Grand Rapids Wedding Photographer

For Couples In West Michigan, Detroit & Chicago

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Meet Kara Hanes

Kara Hanes, Grand Rapids wedding photographer capturing weddings for couples in Grand Rapids, West Michigan, Detroit, and Chicago. She's the girl every bride needs by her side, the one that keeps you on time and never misses a chance to genuinely hype you up along the way.

From our initial communications to our wedding day, Kara was the absolute best. She captured our day PERFECTLY. When my bustle on my dress broke, Kara was there and helping me pin it up. Kara is fun to be around and she makes taking hundreds of pictures so easy and fun. If you're looking for a photographer, you NEED to hire Kara!

NICK AND ABBY, Grand Rapids, MI

We chose Kara as our wedding photographer and it was the best decision we made! She is so kind, professional, knowledgeable, and talented. Throughout the planning process she was super responsive and gave great input on timelines/group photos… Truly cannot recommend Kara enough.

Kara and Jeremy, Detroit, MI

We can't even begin to describe how stunning our photos are! And, how amazing Kara was to work with!! 

SPENCER AND MARJORI, DETROIT, MI

"She's very comfortable and fun to be around, making the process enjoyable. She is knowledgeable about photography and has a keen attention to detail."

RUSSELL AND MACKENZIE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI

"She’s got a great personality and is so much fun to shoot with! She is the hype woman everyone deserves"

ALEX AND JAMIE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI

"Her attention to detail, easy going personality and her obvious gift for photography made her the perfect fit"

JEFF AND BALEIGH, GRAND RAPIDS, MI

From My Clients

Wedding Photography

Images That Feel Like A Warm Hug

  • Full wedding day coverage
  • Engagement & bridal sessions
  • Elopements
  • Boudoir
  • Custom wedding albums & prints
  • Second photographer available
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THE LOUNGE DIRECTORY

I've created tools that help you plan for your photography. I have created these each for weddings and seniors to get the best knowledge. 

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