The Team Essex Ambassadors' Journey to the Podium art project

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Since 2009, artists have been commissioned by Essex County Council to follow an Essex athlete's mission to excel in their sport and compete at the London 2012 Games. During the process, the artists and athletes document their experiences and engage schools through educational workshops to develop and influence the final piece.

The collaborations have resulted in a collection of work that marks each athlete’s personal journey, capturing the essence of their personalities and sports.
 

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The Journey to the Podium exhibition will be at the following venues:

Basildon Sporting Village 30 April 2011 – 31 January 2012
Beecroft Art Gallery February - March 2012
Basildon Sporting Village from July 2012

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Journey to the Podium 2011 commissions

 

Cyclist Alex Dowsett working with Sculpture Dan Peppiatt

Disability Powerlifter Adam Alderman working with Stone carver Anthony Lysycia

Shooter James Huckle working with photographer Alan Hockett

Gymnast Reiss Beckford working with photographer David Shields

Disability Swimmer Emma Hollis working artist Toni McGreachan

Boccia player Daniel Bentley working with artist Les Bicknell

Hockey Player Chloe Rogers working with textile artist Jacqueline Davies

Cyclist Alex Dowsett working with artist Amy Rogers

Fencer Chrystall Nicoll working with artist Karen Jones

Journey to the Podium Commissions, 2010, 2011

 

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