Ian Parry was a photojournalist who died while on assignment for The Sunday Times during the Romanian revolution in 1989. He was 24 years of age. The Ian Parry Scholarship was created by his friends and family in order to build something positive from such a tragic death.

Each year we hold an international photographic competition for young photographers who are either attending a full-time photographic course or are under 24. Entrants must submit examples of their work from their portfolio and a brief synopsis of a project they would undertake if they won. The prize consists of £3000 towards their chosen assignment £500 to those awarded Highly Commended and Commended.

In addition to this, the World Press Photo automatically accepts the winner onto its final list of nominees for the Joop Swart Masterclass in Amsterdam. This is a significant prize for any photographer and continued with the support of the Sunday Times Magazine, which publishes all the finalist’s work; the scholarship provides an excellent launch into a professional career in photography. The award has consistently highlighted the work of some of the industry’s finest emerging talent, all of whom have progressed into professional careers and still support the award.

We would like to thank The Frontline Club and the following judges for their expertise and patience during the task of choosing the finalists – an increasingly difficult job given that the number of entries grows each year:

Tony Chambers, Wallpaper* magazine Editor-in-Chief
Steve Blogg/ Getty Images
Jonas Bendiksen, Magnum Photos & past winner
Ian’s family Ruth, John and Charles
Cheryl Newman, Photography Director Telegraph magazine
Tom Stoddart/ Trustee
Harriet Logan, past winner
Stephen Reid, Sunday Times magazine