The Dartmoor Society Award for 2008 was presented to Chris Chapman of Throwleigh, Devon. Dr Tom Greeves paid tribute to Chris Chapman's work over more than three decades, stressing how, through his sensitivity and empathy, he had managed to capture the essence of Dartmoor's rugged way of life. He was a superb craftsman and also very generous hearted - talents which shone through his unrivalled work. The inscription on his plate reads 'for his outstanding documentary photography of people and place'.