Explore the Photography of Stephen Paul Young Through His Photo books
Welcome to my collection of photo books, where I share the landscapes and moments that have inspired me over the years. Each book is a journey through the natural world, captured through the lens of my camera, blending traditional film techniques with modern digital photography. Below, you can find more details about each book and purchase your copy.
Table of Contents
Book 4: Towpath Reflections: Positive Affirmations and Photographs from Aldermaston Wharf
Towpath Reflections: Positive Affirmations and Photographs from Aldermaston Wharf is a unique journey through the tranquil beauty of England’s Aldermaston Wharf, captured over four years of quiet observation and personal reflection. This coffee table book blends over 50 stunning images of the towpaths and waterways with uplifting affirmations, designed to inspire positivity, mindfulness, and inner peace.
Key Features:
- Paperback & Kindle Edition
- Over 50 Breath-Taking Photographs and Positive Affirmations
- Colour
- 8.25″x6″
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Book 3: Echoes of Calleva – Landscapes Beyond the Stones
In this stunning collection, Stephen showcases over 50 evocative photographs capturing the landscapes surrounding the ancient Roman town of Calleva Atrebatum, nestled near the village of Silchester. From the weathered remains of the Roman walls to the quiet beauty of St. Mary’s 12th Century Church, each image offers a unique glimpse into the intersection of history and nature.
Key Features:
- Over 50 Breath-Taking Photographs
- Colour, Black-and-White, Film, Digital
- 8.25″x6″
- Paperback
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Book 2: Paths of Watership Down – A Photographic Exploration
The arrangement of images in this book does not follow the progression of the seasons, and this is intentional. I wanted to create an experience where each page turn reveals something unexpected, just as each walk on the Downs offers a new perspective. This collection also includes black and white images captured on my old 35mm film camera and medium format camera, alongside photographs taken with my modern digital camera.
Key Features:
- Over 60 Breath-Taking Photographs
- Colour, Black-and-White, Film, Digital)
- 8.5″x11″
- Paperback
Purchase Options:
- £13.99 Paperback – Buy Now (through Amazon)
- £19.99 Hardback – Buy Now (through Amazon)
- Kindle Edition
Book 1: In My Own Light: 2024 – A Black & White Film Journey
In My Own Light” is my reflection of my personal exploration—of finding my way in a digital age by embracing the analogue. It’s about the joy of slowing down, the satisfaction of creating something tangible, and the mental clarity that comes from being fully present in the moment. The images in this book are not just photographs; they are pieces of my journey, captured one frame at a time, in the beautiful simplicity of black and white, with all the scratches, blemishes and errors.
Key Features:
- Over 60 photographs from around the South of England
- Black and White Film
- 8.5″x11″
- Paperback
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