Getty Images - Olympics through the Ages

Last night I attended a Getty Images function at their Gallery in Westfield Stratford, called Olympics through the Ages, showcasing some of the most iconic Olympic Photography through the ages. Some images are instantly recognisable, some less so, but all are stunning.

More from My Olympic Picture Archive - The Velodrome

It takes ages to sweep between the seats of the London 2012 Olympic Stadium

Some of the best London 2012 Olympic Park Photo's 2008 - 2012, originally uploaded by Andy Wilkes.

From the archives - The Stadium

From the Greenway

The View Tube Family Day, originally uploaded by Andy Wilkes.

Oscar Pistorius on Growing Up Without Legs

Esteemed sportscaster and former professional tennis player Mary Carillo will tell the story of Oscar Pistorius, often referred to as the Blade Runner. A world champion sprinter who is likely to be one of the biggest stories of the upcoming London Olympics; he is the embodiment of Life Without Limitations. 

A double amputee, Pistorius is the first ever Paralympian to win Gold in each of the 100m, 200m and 400m sprints (Beijing 2008) and his international reputation as the "fastest man on no legs" is gaining momentum with every race. Now he intends to go head-to-head with able-bodied runners in the 400m, on the biggest stage on earth. Carillo sits down with Pistorius to talk about the challenges he’s overcome on the road to the 2012 London games.

Stadium B&W

Stadium B&W, originally uploaded by Andy Wilkes.

Aquatics Centre & Bridge

100 Days to go - 18th April 2012 163, originally uploaded by Andy Wilkes.

London Olympic Park - June 2010

London Olympic Park - June 2010, originally uploaded by Andy Wilkes.

2 years ago and now it's only next month until it all starts.

The Grandstands of The Lee VAlley White Water Centre

Almost complete, the grandstands of the Lee Valley White Water Rafting Centre in Waltham Abbey/Waltham Cross.

All the London 2012 Olympic Venues

in one handy picture..

Greenwich Show Jumping Arena

Greenwich Show Jumping Arena, originally uploaded by gary8345.

With 9 weeks to go to the start of the Olympic Games, the Olympic Park at Stratford has now been closed off in final preparation for the start of the games.

However work continues around London, on the temporary arenas - this is in Greenwich will be the Show Jumping Arena. In front of the Queen's House in Greenwich. I can imagine the TV shots from here are going to be rather spectacular.

Words & Picture: Gary Etchell

Orbit & Stadium in the early Summer Sun

Orbit & Stadium in the early Summer Sun, originally uploaded by Andy Wilkes.

This is how it looks today, hopefully this is how it'll look throughout the Summer..

Velodrome.

On Site 6th January 2012 14.jpg, originally uploaded by Andy Wilkes.

Inside the Olympic Site

Inside the Olympic Site - 18th October 2011, originally uploaded by Andy Wilkes.

UK - London - Clapton - Looking across Hackney Marsh to ArcelorMittal Orbit

UK - London - Clapton - Looking across Hackney Marsh to ArcelorMittal Orbit, originally uploaded by JulesFoto.

Stadium & Aquatics

11th May 2012 - Orbit opening - DSLR 392, originally uploaded by Andy Wilkes.

Sparked Family Day at View Tube with Lemn Sissay

As part of the Sparked exhibition series, View Tube ran free family days of print making workshops in April and May 2012, inspired by Lemn Sissay's poem 'Spark Catchers'. Lemn was there on the day to talk with people about the poem and give public readings.

Funded by The Legacy List and supported by Bow Arts, Sparked is a series of three exhibitions inspired by the ODA's 'Art In The Park' programme. You can follow the project at www.viewtubesparked.tumblr.com

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Camera work Dan Broom, edited by Emma Crouch (www.isayraar.com)

My Children Hannah & Drew appear in it too..

An evening view of the Orbit

 
PIC: Nino Vrana

The Stratford Olympic Park Gate

The Stratford Olympic Park Gate, originally uploaded by Andy Wilkes.

and Aquatics Centre