the scoop

New Blog!!

Thanks to my friend Shane the new blog is up and running. If you want his contact info. just let me know and I will happily send it on over. The new blog is very similar to the old but is a little more customized to match my website and will have bigger photos. 

From now on visit here:

www.bentleywaters.com/photoblog

im back

The last 2 weeks have been pretty busy. I had 5 shoots, we moved and then to top it off went to a beautiful wedding of our close friends in Italy. I'm working on proofing but other than that have decided to try to slow down for the rest of June. As most of you know we are living temporarily in NJ. I love being in the burbs. I love driving. I love going to a non-crowded park and being able to push Conner on the swings for as long as we desire with out getting dirty looks. I love having a backyard with a grill. I love running outside. I love all the green. I love being able to do my laundry whenever I feel like it and not having to go downstairs 5 floors to find no available washers. I love hearing the rain on the roof. I love the mall... you get the idea. I made a decision June was a good time to spend quality time with Conner so I'm focusing on him. Since we have left the city I feel the quality of our time together has improved immensely. Don't get me wrong, I know I will miss the city for a variety of reasons but for now, I am very content. Something I haven't felt for quite some time.

I will be back soon with lots of photos from my last jobs before the move and with quite a few from Italy plus a NEW blog. It should be ready in the next couple of weeks. Ciao!

Brooklyn

I rarely get to shoot in Brooklyn so I was pretty excited when I got the call to head over to the Brooklyn Heights area. I love shooting in a new place, especially along Henry Street. We got a great day to stroll along Henry and even down to the bridge to have some ice cream. Danielle, it was a pleasure meeting you 3. Thanks for a wonderful afternoon in your neighborhood. 

one of my favorites

and another favorite

Inez

This family was great. I could have chatted and hung out with with them all day in the park. Thanks for putting up with all my crazy ideas, I know it's tough work being a supermodel. I look forward to seeing you for another round in August. You were a pleasure.

new jersey

It looks as though we are moving sooner that we expected - June 2nd. We will be living in Summit, New Jersey for a few weeks while we wait for our house to be ready. SO, if you are looking to book a shoot in New Jersey call me and spread the word to others who might be interested. I will be there off and on through out most of June and would love to photograph a few New Jersey residents. 

Also, since we are moving and will be a little unsettled for a while, if you try to reach me and I don't respond as quickly as usual, please be patient. I will get back to you!

two turned two

I photographed two recent parties for two little ones who both turned two. It was all about butterflies and Dora. CC and Natalia are both little ladies who I have photographed a few times before. It's always so nice to see them and their families. Happy Birthday!

CC at Kidville...

and Miss Natalia...

 

 

 

 

making the rounds

Recently I took Conner down to the Meatpacking District. I'm trying to photograph him in a few of my favorite NYC neighborhoods and the Meatpacking is at the top of the list. He is nearly impossible to photograph solo because he doesn't sit still for long. Anyways, we're making the rounds before we move. I got a little sad while we were down there. The move is sinking in. It's very weird to think we wont be living here anymore. We've been here for 10 years. I will miss many things about NY, especially areas like the MPD. Oh and mid-shoot we saw Jennifer Aniston. Now I don't think we'll see her in Westchester. Good thing Conner wont know what he's missin'. ; )

  

updates

A few updates... there are new photos on my website which all now revolve on a slideshow. It took us awhile, but it's finally up and running. Thanks to my great website designer Matt.

Take a look and enjoy!

worth the wait

Finally we got a great day and it was well worth the wait. Sophia booked back in March for a shoot in April. On the day of our shoot, I showed up and it had just started to rain. After seeing their amazing wraparound terrace, we decided to reschedule. I couldn't bare to shoot and not make use of their outdoor space. Thanks Sophia and Greg. It was wonderful to meet you and spend the morning with Taylor and of course Lola and Sawyer.

and then we headed inside

my favorite

Jennifer was one of my first clients when I started this business. I can't count how many shoots we have done together, but this was definitely my favorite. We shared so many beautiful moments in the park. My eyes actually teared up once or twice. Surprisingly the rain brought us a gorgeous morning, even though it washed away the cherry blossoms. Next year. As always, thanks Jen. I look forward to our shoot out east in July.