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

We rescheduled the family session after hearing it would be raining later in the day, and I’m not obsessed with 8 a.m. summer sessions in Saugatuck. It turned out to be the perfect time to beat the crowds at Oval Beach. It was such an honor to be the Doherty family’s photographer after traveling all […]

When it comes to senior photos, capturing the essence of a person’s final year of high school is both an art and a privilege. For Millie, a vibrant senior from Arizona, this milestone moment was beautifully immortalized at the Reset Conference in Grand Rapids. The blend of iconic locations—the Grand Rapids Art Museum, The Lyon […]

It was an absolutely beautiful day for a Wedding at The Barn at Monterey Valley. Ben and Katie were surrounded with all their closest family and friends. With the sun shining brightly and a gentle breeze rustling through the lush, rolling hills, it was as if nature itself had conspired to create the ideal setting […]

It was a gorgeous night in South Haven, Michigan, perfect for capturing a milestone moment in Ella’s life. As a South Haven Michigan senior photographer, I was thrilled to have the opportunity to document this special occasion. Ella’s family has been visiting Michigan each summer for years, and it was wonderful to intertwine their long-standing […]
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