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Jolyon Philcox | |
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| File:Jolyon.webp Jolyon Philcox | |
| Born | September 25, 1967 Pembury, Kent, England |
| Died | July 24, 2015 (aged 47) Melbourne, Australia |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation(s) | Cartographer, artist, traveler |
Jolyon William Edward Philcox (25 September 1967 – 24 July 2015) was a British cartographer, artist, and adventurer known for his extensive travels and creative documentation of landscapes and cultures. A much-loved soft toy named Kipper accompanied him on his travels. He was also a lover of animals from an early age—from a robin he befriended in his childhood garden in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, to his adopted cat Stripey in his flat in North Fitzroy, Victoria.
Early life and education
[edit]Philcox was born on 25 September 1967 in Pembury, near Tunbridge Wells, Kent. Jolyon's love of art was influenced by his parents, Judith and Rodney, who had both attended art college in Hastings, East Sussex, and were artists. He studied Spatial Design at Medway College of Art in Chatham, which later became part of the Kent Institute of Art and Design (KIAD). During his college years, he gained work experience in the BBC stockroom at Shepperton Studios in Surrey.
Career
[edit]Philcox worked as a cartographer, blending technical precision with a deep appreciation for geography and design. Throughout his life, he travelled extensively and produced artistic and geographic documentation of his journeys.
A video from Cambodia that attracted some media attention:[1]
One of his final videos featured a steam train journey to Maldon, Victoria, undertaken with his partner Peter:[2] He loved documenting the art scene in Melbourne with his friend Malisa, which became a weekly ritual called "Art Thursdays":[3]
As part of these "Art Thursdays," Philcox regularly explored Melbourne's contemporary art scene, visiting a wide range of independent and commercial galleries across the city. These included spaces such as Collingwood Gallery, No Vacancy, Blindside, Gertrude Contemporary, and Australian Galleries, among many others.
Personal life
[edit]Philcox was described by his family as a "cartographer, artist, intrepid explorer, adventurer, nomad, son, partner, brother, and uncle." He documented many of his travels in photographs, some of which were shared on his Flickr account.[4]
Jolyon and his partner Marcus are mentioned as the two people who experienced this paranormal event.[5]
Marcus and Jolyon enjoyed visiting graveyards and historical sites around the UK, including Bonfire Night in Lewes with Jolyon's friend Mark Lacey:[6]
Jolyon had celebrity encounters during his college days with his friend Fiona Evans, notably Phil Collins, Boy George, Elaine Paige, and Joan Collins at the Golden Eagle Ball. According to his sister Theodora, "He got slicker – but to get into those balls was some achievement. He loved Grosvenor House and Leicester Square." His father Rodney recalled that he and Jolyon stood in a queue to collect autographs from Diana Dors and Robert Powell.[7]
Equator Legacy
[edit]A photo of Jolyon at the Equator in Ecuador replicates a similar photo taken by his father, Rodney Philcox, during his national service in Kenya in 1955–56, showing a shared fascination with geography and a heartfelt sentimentality.
Death and legacy
[edit]Philcox passed away unexpectedly in Melbourne, Australia, on 24 July 2015 at the age of 47 from undiagnosed arterial disease. His death notice was published in My Tributes.[8]
Shortly after his passing, his family initiated a fundraising campaign in his memory to support The Wildlife Trusts.[9] Later, his sister, Theodora Philcox, and niece, Raphaella Philcox, raised funds for the British Heart Foundation.[10][11]
In 2016, friends organised a one-night projection event of his photographs at Horse Bazaar, Melbourne, with an invitation designed by Mel Adams.
Philcox is also remembered through the hashtag #doingitforjo, shared by his community.[12]
Legacy
[edit]Philcox's life was commemorated through personal storytelling, artistic preservation, and charitable giving. A tribute book titled Jolyon Philcox 1967–2015, compiled by Theodora Philcox, Peter Shields, and othe
References
[edit]- ^ "Train Ride in Cambodia". YouTube. Retrieved 13 June 2025.
- ^ "Steam Train to Maldon". YouTube. Retrieved 13 June 2025.
- ^ "Art Thursdays with Jolyon". YouTube. Retrieved 13 June 2025.
- ^ "Jolyon Philcox". Flickr. Retrieved 13 June 2025.
{{cite web}}: Text "Flickr" ignored (help) - ^ "Two Caught in Scary Incident". YouTube. Retrieved 13 June 2025.
- ^ "Lewes Bonfire Night". YouTube. Retrieved 13 June 2025.
- ^ "Family Photo Album". Facebook. Retrieved 13 June 2025.
- ^ "PHILCOX, Jolyon". My Tributes. Retrieved 13 June 2025.
{{cite web}}: Text "Death Notices" ignored (help); Text "Melbourne" ignored (help); Text "My Tributes" ignored (help) - ^ "Jolyon Philcox Wildlife Trusts Fundraiser". JustGiving. Retrieved 13 June 2025.
- ^ "Raphaela Philcox fundraising for the British Heart Foundation". JustGiving. Retrieved 13 June 2025.
- ^ "Theodora Philcox is fundraising for British Heart Foundation". JustGiving. Retrieved 13 June 2025.
- ^ "JustGiving page – In memory of Jolyon Philcox". JustGiving. Retrieved 13 June 2025.