2024 Rising Star Award Winner
Daisy Mae Wright is an artist-teacher and lecturer in art and design education at UWE. With over six years’ experience teaching in Bristol schools, she specialises in inclusive practice, curriculum development, and mentoring.
Daisy holds MAs in multi-disciplinary printmaking and artist teacher practice, and was awarded the NSEAD ‘Rising Star Award’ in 2024 for her work in equality, diversity and inclusion. She leads on student voice and inclusive curriculum projects as part of UWE’s School of Education, in schools and regularly collaborates with cultural institutions to enrich teacher training through community engagement and research-informed practice.
“Remarkable in both impact and intent, Daisy Mae’s work stands out as a powerful force for equity, diversity, and inclusion within art education. Early in her career, she has already emerged as a confident advocate and leader, driving meaningful change across her school and wider trust. Through innovative curriculum design, inclusive resource creation, and culturally rich experiences, she is embedding EDI at every level. Her influence extends from mentoring new teachers to shaping professional development and inspiring greater student engagement, making her not only a champion for inclusive practice but a transformative presence in the arts education landscape.”