Press Release
                25 May 2004

                Protection v Deforestation        Pepperton Gallery, 8 June – 18 July 04,
                Press View: Tuesday 8 June 10.00 – 13.00

                The exhibition will be inaugurated by The Mayor Councillor, Brenda Kirby
                and Consort of Croydon at 19.00, 8 June 04.

                'Protection v Deforestation' is a solo exhibition showcasing photographic
                images by photographer Maeve Tomlinson.  She joined The Sherwood
                Forest Tree Protesters, closely following the world of those who actively seek
                to preserve our natural surroundings on a day-to-day basis.  The protesters
                have been on site at Mansfield Woodhouse since 1st September
                2003 to stop further deforestation of over 40 trees and raise public awareness.

                Maeve’s colourful images were taken from the heights of a 60-foot Beech tree
                on site.  It encapsulates the living atmosphere of ancient trees, thrown together
                objects and passionate people where everything meshes into one through their
                common desire to protect the woodlands
                from destruction and private ownership. She risks the 60 feet climb to capture
                these images of beauty coupled with chaos created in a desperate attempt
                to rescue.  Maeve revisits the site throughout the autumn, winter and spring months.

                The exhibition includes a video night depicting Eco-Warrior’s direct actions taking
                place around the country. There will also be card readings based on the
                Egyptian Tree of Life  by Karimah.  Booklets will be provided by Croydon Council
                called ‘Guide to Green Living in Croydon’ with information on how to make a
                contribution with regard to environmental awareness in the area.

                Maeve Tomlinson is a young artist who works with ideas and issues that, at times, place her
                in a political arena; she is able to meet her challenges with sensitivity and conviction.
                She works as the Photographic Editor of an innovative, up and coming lifestyle magazine,
                emel for British Muslims. She has exhibited at Café de Paris, Leicester Square;        
                The London Institute and the Fairfield Halls, Croydon.

                All proceeds from photographic sales go to www.RoadAlert.org.uk and the  Campaign to Save the Trees
                'Protection v Deforestation' is curated by Bula C Agbo, Gallery Director and Biggi Stiller,
                Exhibition Assistant, Pepperton Gallery.

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