Few have reshaped sports photography in recent years like Lukas Mengeler. From the FIFA World Cup to the Champions League, UFC events, and even shooting artists like Asap Rocky – Lukas has been everywhere. His specialty: capturing the unspoken.
“Capturing the unspoken emotions with a discreet lens – that’s where my heart beats as a photographer.”
Based in Cologne, Lukas combines the dynamic storytelling of live sports with the finesse of lifestyle photography. His six years of experience span stadiums, studios, and international fashion sets.
Now, as co-founder of Kagami Studios, he’s venturing into AI – not as a trend, but as a tool:
“I’m fascinated by how AI can empower both creators and personalities. It simplifies production, protects rights, and unlocks entirely new formats.”
His mission:
“We want AI content to reach a new level. It shouldn’t look like AI – it should look like a reflection. Our goal is to give athletes, brands and media creative power and control over their digital identity.”