Ben Yew Photography

27/05/2026

One of the reason why I do what I do is because of the experience. I get to meet and work with amazing teams, experience the performance from a different perspective. 📸

23/04/2026

The calmness in this ethereal portrait.

01/02/2026

I can’t remember the last time I shared an image on my post captured from my phone but the only camera I had at that time. Soo…

20/01/2026

Slowly finding my way back into action after disappearing for 3+ months for cancer treatment.

It feels really good to be back, and I’m always open to interesting shoots and creative collaborations.

Watching the Wallflowers dancers turn a wall into their stage was something special. Huge thanks to the incredible people below

29/10/2025

More than a book. It’s a movement of inspiration.

Now available at Art Gallery of Western Australia & Dymocks Karrinyup.

29/09/2025

For

15/09/2025

Carmen.
Work in progress.

15/09/2025

15 SEPT 2025.

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// HOLDING SPACE //
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,
Cancer is terrifying, but it also gives you something rare: time.

Time to pause and breathe.
Time to reflect and reconnect.
Time to prepare.

It gives you space to tell the people you love that you love them, to face your fears, and to search for meaning in the chaos.

Over the years, I’ve learned that we all face life’s challenges in our own way. I’ve always needed to fall hard, to feel the full weight of the impact, before I can rise again. I have to rebuild my mental foundation before I can start rebuilding my life. These past few days have been that fall. But I feel myself slowly standing, lifted by the love and encouragement surrounding me.

This time feels different. Last time, I charged into cancer like a warrior, driven by motivational videos, fierce determination, and the belief that I could outfight it. That worked for me then, but not now. Now I long for something deeper.

I’m seeking peace. I’m learning to meditate, to breathe, to quiet my thoughts. I’ve come to see that the goal of life is not to chase endless happiness, because where there is happiness, sadness follows. The true goal is peace. And that is where my heart rests now.

So I’ll walk this path with quiet gratitude.

Not fighting with rage or adrenaline, but living with open hands and a full heart. I want to embrace life, love deeply, be fully present in every moment, and cherish each breath I take.

Just as the One Bunbury book was meant to be.

A book that holds space.

A book of few words.

A space to breathe.

A title that invites stillness.

A pause between each thought,

so there is room to feel.

Room to take it in.

No titles or labels.

No need for comparison.

Only connection.

This is for those who may not have time to read every story,

but want the heart of it.

For those who see a single sentence

and imagine a thousand possibilities.

It is here to quiet the noise,

to bring clarity,

to offer a soft place

to pause,

to breathe,

to reflect.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart to all the incredible people who have purchased extra books to support me on this new journey. You know who you are, and I am grateful a hundred times over.

With gratitude,

Ben Yew / 15 Sept 2025

Dreamer of the One Bunbury Project

www.onebunbury.com.au/shop

12/09/2025

9 Sept 25 - The News That Broke Me Again.
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I’ve been diagnosed with cancer again.

Five years ago, I faced cancer for the first time. The journey humbled me and taught me to cherish what matters most. But as time went on, I got busy with work, with my passions, and with projects like the One Bunbury book. I forgot to slow down. I forgot to just be present.

Then, less than a month after the book launched, I was diagnosed again. This time, it’s a more serious battle. It was a gut punch, and for a few days, I was overwhelmed. I thought I was strong, but I was weak. I had forgotten the process of shock, acceptance, and then slowly, picking myself back up.

But this time, it’s different. I’m not asking “why me?” anymore. The answer came from a quote in my own book, shared by my mate Tom Dillon: “Have another go.” It’s a simple, no-fuss way of saying, “don’t give up, just do it.”

My first cancer journey was private. This time, I’ll be sharing it with you all. I’m committed to picking up the pieces and having another go.

Ben Yew

31/08/2025