The Gallery of Greats

An inspiring new photography exhibition celebrating the achievements of some of the UK’s most inspiring educators will take place at All is Joy Gallery, 75 Dean Street, London on 13 November 2023 for one day only.

The exhibition, which is open to the public, was created by the charity The Teaching Awards Trust to celebrate its 25th anniversary. The exhibition entitled ‘The Gallery of Greats’, is being delivered in collaboration with photographer and part-time teacher, Donna Bridgewater, and Pearson, the world’s leading learning company.

The striking collection tells the story of 10 inspiring educators from across the UK, all of whom have been shortlisted to win one of just 16 Gold Awards at this year’s Pearson National Teaching Awards, which will be announced and celebrated at a glittering Awards ceremony on 25 November.

Each portrait captures educators in their natural environments, highlighting their dedication and passion for shaping the lives of young people.

Donna Bridgewater, the photographer of the exhibition, is a teacher herself at a specialist college in Coventry where she witnesses the positive impact of great teaching daily. This inspiration led her to embark on this latest project to photograph a diverse range of educators who represent the pinnacle of their profession.

Recently shortlisted for the Royal Photographic Society’s International Photography Exhibition 165, Donna’s photography business started in 2018 with funding from the Prince’s Trust.