Meet Gillian McMillan, a distinguished ceramic artist whose journey began in Southport, Lancashire, where her passion for clay was first ignited at the age of sixteen during her art college education. This early introduction to ceramics set the foundation for what would become a remarkable career spanning decades of artistic excellence and innovation.

Gillian's impressive educational credentials include a three-year Diploma in Art and Design in Ceramics from Wolverhampton Polytechnic, followed by a Masters in Industrial Design from Stoke-on-Trent Polytechnic - positioning her at the very heart of Britain's pottery heritage. Her expertise was further honed through professional experience as a designer at Myott Meakin, where she gained invaluable insight into the commercial ceramics industry.

Drawing upon this rich foundation of traditional training and industrial experience, Gillian eventually established her own independent studio, where she creates distinctive ceramic pieces that beautifully blend technical mastery with artistic vision. Her work reflects both the time-honoured traditions of Stoke-on-Trent craftsmanship and her own contemporary artistic sensibilities.

Gillian's ceramics represent the perfect marriage of functional design and artistic expression, each piece showcasing the depth of knowledge and skill acquired through years of dedicated study and professional practice. Her commitment to excellence and deep understanding of ceramic arts makes her an ideal partner for Penseru's collection of thoughtfully curated British artisan work.

Part of our carefully selected network of ceramic artists, Gillian McMillan represents the traditional craftsmanship and artistic excellence that defines our commitment to authentic British pottery.