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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The Scott Family

I got to say that I was worried about this session because with Michigan weather it’s very unpredictable when it calls for rain. We lucked out and the rain stayed north of us. We met in Caledonia at Lakeside County Park. The fall colors were at it’s peek so it was fun to capture this part of it for the Scott family.

The Scotts are also family of Jeremy and Melissa whom I photographed earlier this season. You can check out their blog here. It was exciting to meet this side of the family because I’ve known Melissa since high school. I must say that little Ben reminded me a lot of Oskar. You can tell they’re cousins.

Katie and Mary I hope you enjoy every image of your family’s portraits!

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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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