About
Hi, I am Gary, and I live and work in a beautiful part of the southwest of the UK on the edge of Exmoor.
To start a little about myself, I think you could say I was born drawing, sewing and creating; I just cannot remember not being creative. From the moment I could hold a pair of scissors you would find me cutting into scraps of cloth and paper to make something. My passion and experience have grown with me, exploring all things ART, from mixed media, textiles to couture fashion.
Some of my work
My career has taken me on a fantastic journey from an early start as a freelance fashion designer, then to some extensive time spent in the world of academia becoming Head of Fashion, Textiles, and Surface Design for the University Centre Somerset.
I now continue my creative journey, breaking out into the public domain with my infectious enthusiasm, delivering workshops and teaching which are fun and achievable for all. I also continue to develop, grow, and explore my own practice by exploring my environment for inspiration and expression in all its artistic forms.
The Exmoor Inspired Studio
Each workshop is limited numbers of between 3-6 people depending on the activity. There are also opportunities to book out the studio for a small private group for stitch, natter, and lunch (group minimum 4).
My mantra is: I strive to be someone who inspires, guides, and makes you believe in your own creative power. Keep creating!
Gary x
Discover my work
Gary Mills Designs YouTube Channel
This is my own free to view video channel page, where I have uploaded several demonstration videos and projects, from the three-day art challenge to easy to make mini bunting.
CraftyMonkies YouTube Channel
This free to view video channel, which is edited weekly by Craftymonkies, where I meet up with the owner and presenter Rachel Pierman, to discuss and demonstrate a little bit of mindful art practice.
This is my visual platform where you will keep up to date with all my creative happenings. Come and follow my regular posts, stories, and reels.
Facebook Exmoor Inspired Page
This open to join face book page, is linked to my Instagram page, and therefore if you follow one or the other you will keep up to date with all my creative endeavours, workshops and latest videos.
