About Me
I am a freelance photographer with a passion for fashion photography. I am also interested in portrait, wedding, glamour, still life and landscape photography. I have been a photographer for the past 2 years and am a member of the local photography club. I have a love of life and enjoy working with people. I moved form Auckland to the Hawke's Bay in early 2007 with my wife and daughter for lifestyle reasons.
I have sold some of my photos and have had some published.
I am available for paid photography contracts by prior arrangement. I only do TDF for models who have exceptional talent. All models must cover the costs associated with hair and makeup. I do not do TDFCD.
What do models say about me
Feedback From Rose (Roxy Racing)
Martin is professional, talented and a great person to work with.
I highly recommend him whether it's updating your portfolio or starting new.
He is great on tips and knows what looks best.
Look forward to seeing more great work, Rose.
Feedback From Christie Wright
MM | Martin Bentley-Smith | #646512
Had an awesome time with Martin! Heaps of fun. Very professional, friendly and very talented. He made me feel totally relaxed and comfortable. He gave great direction and constructive feedback. I look forward to seeing all the final shots. He was very kind and shot my young make up/hair artists too who are interested in starting modeling. Fantastic images to come! I highly recommend Martin!
Feedback from Anna and Kate
Just want to say thanks again for the amazing photos it was heaps of fun....
Thanks again for the experience, you’re a great photographer
Feedback from Jenny Murray
I had my first photo shoot with Martin, he made me feel comfortable right away and gave lots of tips and ideas!
It was an awesome experience, we did shoots at his home and on location, and the photos came out amazing! Got loads of awesome shots.
I highly recommend Martin to any model/aspiring model who wants to get great photos with a professional J Thank you !!!
Feedback from Natalie Cvitanovich #554340
Martin Bently - Smith #646512 also see his other site - The Art of Photography #832917 HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! - Martin was fantastic he is very talented the photos are amazing I have heaps of faves out of the shoot I didnt know I was capable of looking the way I did in some of them.
Martin is directional and makes the most out of your best features while being honest as to what works better for you and what doesnt. He is friendly and easy going so I was very comfortable doing some photos I have never done before. Martin also made the areas im not so comfortable with on my body appear slimmer!! I would work with Martin anytime! I am so lucky to have worked with such a talented man. Thanks Martin
Feedback from Tania Eaton
> Martin is honestly the best photographer that I have worked with in my modelling career so far, he is by far the most professional and talented!
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I was so amazed at how my photos turned out they were perfect, the lighting and and how he manages to capture a shot at the perfect moment!
> I am so happy I had the chance to meet work with him, he was so easy to get a long with and I immediately felt comfortable
> I would recommend any aspiring model to definately have a shoot with him,
> Martin even picked me up for the shoot! A+ work!
Feedback from Amanda Jones
Martin made me feel comfortable. He gave me continous pointers and tips as he was aware this was my first photoshoot and so that i got the most i could out of the shoot. He captured me in such a way that I was amazed they were of me! i looked slimmer!
I would highly reccommend Martin for any aspring model.
'Gave me alot of direction, more than other photographers'..'I felt very comfortable'....Hiliary
'Made me look slim'...Hiliary
In relationship to the photos..'yea they are realy coOl...Jordarne
FEEDBACK FROM SARAH GREIG
Martin Bentley - Smith is the most recent photographer I also had the pleasure of working with.
Our shoot was fun, challenging and different.
Martin took me right out of my normal comfort zone with a glamour look.
He made me feel totally relaxed and comfortable.
He was great with direction, constructive feedback and good tips facial expressions.
A highly recommended photographer!
To see more of his work, check out his page #646512
Feedback From Donella Ranui
May 2008
Photo Shoot with Photographer Martin Bentley Smith
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Check out his profile MM# 646512
"I had an amazing photo shoot experience with Martin. It was my very first photo shoot and with his utmost patience, professional guidance and valued direction Martin truly helped me overcome the nerve and anxiety barriers. I would highly recommend Martin to any other models looking for professional photos with a professional photographer who is extremely easy to work with and true to his work."
Feedback From Kala-licious
*Martin Bentley-Smith MM#646512
Martin, Martin, Martin... Hehe.. Everybody knows Martin Bentley-Smith! He's awesome in every way. Made me feel so comfortable during the shoot and I had so much fun! He made it easier for me to model. Would love to work with him again. Thanks Martin!
Feedback From Kathryn Hogan
I love the photos you have taken, You are a great photographer and enjoyed working with you.
Goals
Short Term Goals:
To further develop my on-location photography portfoilio
To network with other photographers and models
To refine my own photography style
Long Term Goal:
To become an internationally recognised fashion and wedding photographer
Contact Method
Via e-mail
bentleysmith@kol.co.nz
Cellphone:
021 164 2282
