Dr Cockram
A UNIVERSITY of East London (UEL) lecturer has reached the finals of an Olympics art competition.
Dr John Cockram, a senior lecturer in visual theories, plans to create a three walled glass and steel structure, which will be toured at beaches along the south costs.
Dr Cockram is one of five artists in the south east to be shortlisted for the prize by Arts Council England and London 2012.
Dr Cockram, along with the other finalists, will receive a grant of up to £5,000 to turn his proposal into work of art.
The 12 national finalists, whose works will be used in a pre-2012 celebration will be decided in October.
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