Brett Phelps

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Alma mater: Western Kentucky University

As Mirror Indy's community photojournalist, I'm eager to capture moments in real-time and tell the stories of the Indianapolis community.

Before joining Mirror Indy, I attended Western Kentucky University and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Journalism and Photography, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Strategic Marketing. I have completed multiple photojournalism internships, including The Indianapolis Star, The Boston Globe, and The Chautauquan Daily.

I have been honored with awards for my photo and video work from the White House News Photographers Association, the Hearst Journalism Awards Program, the National Press Photographers Foundation, the College Photographer of the Year awards, the Ohio Valley Emmy Awards and Adobe.

When I am not at work, I enjoy taking long drives through the country backroads with the windows down, going on hikes, traveling to new destinations, attending concerts and playing the piano.
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This role is supported by a partnership between CatchLight Local and Report for America.

Government

PHOTOS: Congressional redistricting bill fails in Indiana Senate

by Brett Phelps December 11, 2025December 12, 2025

Indiana Senators voted on whether to redraw the state’s congressional maps mid-decade Dec. 11 at the Statehouse. See photos from inside the chamber.

Government

Look: Emotions rise as Senate considers congressional redistricting

by Brett Phelps December 9, 2025December 12, 2025

People rallied at the Statehouse on Dec. 5 and Dec. 8, before the senators met to consider mid-decade redistricting. Here’s what we saw.

Government

Photos: Congressional redistricting talks underway at Indiana Statehouse

by Doug McSchooler and Brett Phelps December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

The Indiana House began the 2026 legislative session early as Republicans push to redraw the state’s congressional maps.

Arts & Culture

Local gifts for everyone on your list

Shopping and words by Gwen Ragno, Ibby Ahmed, Jennifer Delgadillo, Mesgana Waiss, Jenna Watson and Sophie Young

Photos by Brett Phelps

November 20, 2025November 21, 2025

From trendy and fun to artsy and sentimental, Mirror Indy’s 2025 gift guide is packed with gift ideas from local businesses.

Women & Girls

Photos: Free Press Indiana welcomes women & girls reporter

by Brett Phelps October 16, 2025October 16, 2025

The event featured a panel conversation on why Ashley Ford’s new role will be beneficial to residents across Indiana, featuring women who are leaders in the state.