Nicole Stott - From the Ocean to the Stars

The 2026 Isle of Man Post Office stamp issue Nicole Stott - From the Ocean to the Stars celebrates our planet and the boundless possibilities of human exploration. Curated by astronaut and aquanaut Nicole Stott, this six-stamp collection captures Earth’s oceans, coastal life and the awe-inspiring perspective gained from space.

The stamps journey from the deepest points of the ocean, featuring a rare glass octopus from the Schmidt Ocean Institute, to the vibrant coastal ecosystems around the Isle of Man, highlighted by the critically important Little Ness Marine Nature Reserve. Surface-level ocean life is represented by a rare albino whale, photographed by Royal Photographer ambassador Matt Porteous, while views from orbit showcase the Isle of Man from the International Space Station and the iconic NASA “Blue Marble” image, illustrating our fragile planetary home. The final design, “Wall of Light,” looks outward into the galaxy, celebrating humanity’s curiosity and the possibilities beyond our planet.

This issue is ideal for collectors, space enthusiasts and those inspired by our ocean planet. Nicole Stott’s stamps encourage reflection on our place in the universe and our shared responsibility to care for Earth’s ecosystems.

Text: Nicole Stott
Design: Glazier Design
Imagery: Schmidt Ocean Institute, Matt Porteous, Bernard Picton / MNR, NASA, NSF-DOE Vera C Rubin Observatory
Printer: bpost
Process: Offset Lithography
Colours: 4
Paper: FSC Mix Credit Paper
Perforations: 11.5 per 2cm
Stamp Size: 40mm x 30mm
Format: Sheets of 20
Date of Issue: 9th March 2026