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Romantic Aquinas College Engagement Session in Grand Rapids, MI | Hannah & Cameron

There’s something incredibly peaceful about a quiet evening walk, especially when you’re in love. Hannah and Cameron’s engagement session was the perfect blend of timeless romance and city charm, beginning on the historic grounds of Aquinas College and ending in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids. We started our session surrounded by the classic ivy-covered […]

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Senior Picture Photographer Grand Rapids | Kara Hanes Photography

As a Grand Rapids senior photographer, I had the joy of photographing Josiah in his senior session around the city. Senior photos are a celebration of personality, pride, and the memories you’ll carry forward. Josiah is one of those rare souls who carries a quiet kindness and an easygoing nature. His smile, genuine and warm, shines through in every frame.

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Senior Guy Photos Grand Rapids Michigan

As a photographer, every senior session brings something unique, and Nasir’s was no different. We met near the Grand Rapids Art Museum, or GRAM, which provided the perfect backdrop for his photos. Even though it was a shorter session, the energy was relaxed and easy-going, which matched Nasir’s quiet but genuine personality. Nasir attends Grand […]

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Grand Haven Family Photographer

When the Patera family decided it was time to update their family photos, they chose Kirk Park, a stunning county park in Grand Haven. As a Grand Haven family photographer, I had the pleasure of working with the Patera family at this picturesque location, and I’m excited to share how this park provided the perfect […]

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Grand Rapids Senior Girl Session

I’m not going to lie—getting around Grand Rapids yesterday was a real struggle due to all the construction. But we weren’t going to let that get us down. For this senior session, we wanted to have fun. Our adventure started at the Civic Theatre, then we went to the Gerald R. Ford Museum, and to […]

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Dune Harbor Park Muskegon Senior Photos

Not all guys are keen on senior photos, but for Kadein, thirty minutes at Dune Harbor Park was the perfect spot near his home in Muskegon. This newly opened space had everything we needed. Have a great senior year Kadein! – Kara If you or someone you know is looking for a senior photographer at […]

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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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