Dawn Carter-McDonald
- Artist: Giana De Dier
- Date: 2025
- Medium: inkjet photomontage
- Dimensions: 4 1/8 in. x 2 1/2 in. (105 mm x 63 mm) overall
- Portrays: Dawn Carter-McDonald
- Museum: The National Portrait Gallery
- Collection record: The National Portrait Gallery website
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About this artwork
In this portrait, Giana De Dier captures Dawn Carter‑McDonald with a close‑up view that lets us see her thoughtful eyes framed by glasses. Her earrings and bangles add subtle sparkle, a detail the artist emphasizes in his 2025 inkjet photomontage work.
Dawn was born in 1966 and grew up as the child of a pastor, learning early the value of community service. After working for Hackney Council she became chief executive in 2024, leading diverse borough communities. She once said: “If I can … work together side by side …”.
The small frame—just over four inches wide—gives the image an intimate feel, letting us focus on the crisp digital quality that ties her eyes, glasses, and jewelry together.
See it in person
Dawn Carter-McDonald is in the collection of The National Portrait Gallery at St Martin's Place, London — free to enter. Point your phone at any artwork there and audioguide.london plays a free audio guide in six languages — no app download needed.
