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.

KARA HANES PHOTOGRAPHY

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I'm a hopeless romantic who finds great joy in creating and capturing connection and beauty wherever I go.

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Family photos at Riverside Park

Year after year my dear friends give me the honor of capturing their sweet family and I think this one is my favorite yet.

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Jenison Extended Family Photos

Extended Family Session with Twenty-One people in Jenison Michigan. The Holtrop family brought excitement and memories in less than an hours time.

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welcome to my blog

I'm Kara, West Michigan Photographer, Wife, Mom of two kids and our sweet Maltipoo. I hope you stay a while or reach out to chat!

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the senior lounge

with tons of information on how to maximize your senior session and plan to make it your own. I've got lots of resources for my high school seniors.

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