Tom Stoddart Award for Excellence
A photo book published by renowned publisher GOST Books
- Deadline: 1 September 2025
- Entry fee: 50 GBP
- Website: https://www.ianparry.org/the-tom-stoddart-award-in-collaboration-with-gost-books

GOST books will collaborate with the recipient of the Tom Stoddart Award for Excellence to create a book of their work.
The recipient must have an in-depth project which is nearing completion and extensive enough to warrant a book.
Working closely with GOST's Director Stu Smith, they will produce an edit of both photography and text.
The recipient will have the opportunity to visit Italy to view the book proofs and amend any changes.
The book will be clothbound in hardback and distributed Worldwide by GOST books and their partners.
Entrants will need to provide:
A short biography
Book Project description: a concise synopsis or summary of the project. This outline should be brief but comprehensive.
Images: Applicants should submit up to 40 images total. These should consist of representative images from the book project.
No AI generated imagery is allowed.
Prizes:
A photo book published by renowned publisher GOST Books
£5,000 towards completion of their chosen project
Expenses paid trip to oversee printing in Verona
Spotlight via our social media channels and access to the IPPG Judges, Advisory Committee and and Alumni
Work Published by our media partner The Guardian
Eligibility:
All applicants must be 18+
Copyrights & Usage Rights:
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