askjeane

Occupation: Photographer, author, artist, actress, parapsychologist, psychic, paranormal investigator.

Resides: Essex, UK with her husband and their menagerie of animals.

Tools of the trade: Leica camera and eyes.

Studied: Mortuary Science, Criminology, Private Investigation.

Member of MENSA.

Hobbies and interests: Art, music, eating out (can't cook!), architecture and a serious Louis Vuitton handbag addiction!

Dubbed the 'Angel of death' she spends much of her time photographing cemetery monuments, writing about places of eternal rest for national newspapers/magazines plus research for TV etc. She advises on grave symbolism and is also involved with monument restoration and preservation. Jeane is a bona fide 'Lady' but only uses her title when raising funds for charity or occasionally blagging entry to somewhere fully booked!

Latest News

New photos from Poublenou Cemetery, Barcelona Spain, on the 'Europe page.

Latest Londonist - street artist Stik: http://londonist.com/2012/05/interview-street-artist-stik.php

Cover photo and three page article about historical cemeteries for the Funeral Service Times.

Article about West Norwood catacombs for Londonist.

http://londonist.com/2011/11/what-lies-beneath-west-norwood-cemetery.php

Jeane was recently filmed alongside Alison Steadman and Paul Copley in 'The Day My Nan Died'.

Death in Venice - see Finally page (scroll to bottom).

Cemetery photography featured in Twisted Dreams magazine - out now.

Photography featured in Saatchi online galleries.

Jeane was a winner in The Times newspaper Sign of the Times photo competition.

Photography Gallery on the Abney Park Cemetery website:

http://www.abney-park.org.uk/2_Aug_Abney_Park_Trust_website/Guest_Gallery_2.html

Listen to Jeane's interview with BBC South East : Here

BBC London interview: http://www.bbc.co.uk/london/content/articles/2007/08/07/cemetery_jeane_trend_hill_feature.shtml

Silent Cities and other books by Jeane

Forgotten, a new abandoned photo book - out now.

The Lost Language of Cemeteries - an A-Z photo book on grave symbolism.

Dispatches - photo book on hearses.

Silent Cities - now up to volume nine in the photo book series of images from the cemeteries of the UK and Europe.

The Best of Silent Cities - featuring a selection of the most interesting and unusual monuments.

The Victorians - an album of original Victorian photographs.

Dead Funny - an amusing photo book on the lighter side of cemeteries.

The story of Magic, Magic and the Metal Monsters, Magic and snowball to the rescue, Hungry Hungry Hank - heart-warming children's books.

Arthur has left the buildings - story of Victorian architect Pite and Jeane's connection to him. Also available on i books.

Curiosities - an urban photography book containing 150 weird and wonderful images.

The Writings on the wall - graffiti photo book.

All available from: http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/JeaneTrendHill or see Lulu book shop link below.

19th May 2012. Nunhead cemetery open day, Linden Grove, London, SE15. 11:00 - 17:00.

9th June 2012. West Norwood cemetery (as part of London Open Squares Weekend) Norwood Road, London, SE27. 11:00 - 17:00.

1st July 2012 Brompton cemetery open day, Fulham Road, Kensington, London, SW10 9UG 11:00 – 17:00.

7th July 2012 . Kensal Green cemetery open day, Harrow Road, London, W10 4RA. 11:00 – 17:00

London Open House weekend 22nd and 23rd September, many events including cemeteries.

Cemetery Photography - Dead Ar†

People ask me why I find cemeteries so fascinating. They are filled with amazing monuments and wonderful history but sadly many of the older graves are crumbling and burial space is being reclaimed by local authorities or nature. I like to take photographs in order to help preserve some of our heritage for future generations to see. I’m also involved with monument restoration and preservation.

Articles and Research

As an author and freelance journalist I write for national newspapers and magazines about cemeteries, grave symbolism and the paranormal. I also research and advise on these subjects for TV. For media inquiries please e mail.

Model/Actress

I am a Victorian-style actress and model available for personal appearances, events, advertising etc. I can provide my own Victorian costumes. If the job or publication is not for charity or a non-profit organisation fees may apply, e mail for further details.

Photography and Stock Photo Library

My work is often used for book and album covers, magazines, newspapers and advertising. I have thousands of Gothic, angel, original Victorian prints, plus other types of more general photography including animals, birds, urban, graffiti and architecture. All photographs on this site are low resolution; library images are full size and can be e mailed. Photographic commissions also undertaken. If you need further information or don’t see what you require, please don't hesitate to contact me.

Paranormal Investigations

I conduct paranormal investigations which are carried out in a relaxed manner. There is nothing secret and you can participate as much or little as you wish and ask any questions. Contact me with your requirements.

Memorial Tattoos

As ‘Ink Loving Memory’ I advise on memorial tattoos and tattoo design and can supply photos for artwork.