Fine Art Photography by Katy Lengacher

My fine art conceptual work departs from my journalistic roots to explore whimsy and activisim through portraiture, often examining feminism and other social justice issues through mythology, folklore and literature by re-imagining historic female characters into their modern counterparts.

Inquiries: katy@icarus.photos or katy@katylengacher.com

Congrats, Grads! IU Graduation Portraits in Bloomington Indiana

It's that time of year when my inbox begins flooding with emails from proud parents and graduating seniors from IU Bloomington. I'm so excited to celebrate this exciting milestone with you through timeless portraits in your cap and gown on the beautiful Indiana...

Katy Lengacher of Icarus Photography Earns Portrait Masters Accreditation

I'm a few months behind in announcing this on the blog, but last fall, I was so proud to learn that I offiically earned my Associate Accreditation from The Portrait Masters. The Portrait Masters is an internationally accrediated As a photographer always looking to...

Customizing your Portrait Session with Family Heirlooms | Southern Indiana Photographer

One of my favorite ways to customize portrait sessions is by using special props that my clients bring from home. This could be an antique wooden crib that your grandmother slept in as a baby, a painting your father always kept in his office, or the timeless outfit...

Alina | Bloomington Indiana Newborn Photographer

Welcome to the world, Alina! What a sweet, snuggly little one you are. We went with soft pinks, purples and creams for Alina's session design, and I'm in love with the lilac, blush and lavender tones. Congratulations, Marleny & Sahil! I feel so honored that you...

Mateo | Bloomington Indiana Newborn Portraits

Meet Mateo. He was such a perfect sleepy boy for his newborn photos. Mateo's mom asked for rich, bright colors in his session, and it was so fun to play with color when I was building his sets. Congratulations, Megan & family! Thank you for the honor and...

Ruby’s Springtime Milestone Portraits | Bloomington Toddler Photographer

Ruby’s 15 month milestone portraits pulled inspiration from all the new blooms and busy bees we’ve seen around Bloomington this season.

10 Fabulous Photography Locations In and Around Bloomington, Indiana

I've lived in Bloomington for almost 11 years now, and while I didn't grow up here, it certainly feels like home. It's a beautiful, fun, open-hearted little city, and I've spent a lot of time exploring it through photographing my clients. Below are some of my favorite...