A brief memo (one typed page maximum), from the nominating institution presenting its recommendation and justifying their nominee.

A selection of 10 to 20 photographs by the candidate (maximum size of the prints 30 x 40 cm, not framed, no slides). Books or printed material are accepted.

A brief memo (2 typed pages maximum) from the candidate outlining the project for which he wishes to receive the award. The candidate has to agree to have finished the project before September 2008 at the latest, for the exhibit and the publication of the catalogue to meet the deadline. This memo has to be signed by the candidate.

A concise biography of the candidate’s professional background, exhibitions, publications, grants and prizes received.

The application form, must be completed and signed by the candidate and the nominating institution.

Once the prize-winner is nominated, the following implies:

An exhibition of the work will be organized in the 18 following months at the Fondation HCB in Paris, and may travel. The winner agrees not to exhibit or publish all or part of the project before the exhibition at the Fondation HCB, without the formal agreement of the Fondation HCB.

A catalogue of the work will be published with the photographer’s approval.

Ten photographs free of rights will be used by the Fondation HCB and sponsors for information or promotion of the HCB Award (press, website…).The candidate shall therefore guarantee to the organizers that the material does not prejudice the right of third parties and that required releases have been obtained.

The prize-winner will donate five signed prints to the HCB Foundation.

The prize-winner owns and controls the work produced with the award provided that credit be given to the HCB Award in exhibitions and publications.

The prize-winner is requested to sign a contract with the Fondation HCB, respecting the above elements when he receives the check.

Next edition of the prize : June 2009.