Milly Frances is a renowned stained glass artist and qualified teacher with over 20 years of experience. She is the owner of Striking Glass, her own stained glass company, and also serves as an editor for a contemporary glass magazine. Milly's biggest passion is helping others in their stained glass journey and empowering them to find their own artistic direction.

She takes joy in witnessing her students learn and improve rapidly, providing them with the confidence to explore their creativity. Glass is not just a profession for Milly, but a way of life that keeps her vital creative spark alive and provides her with a much-needed escape from the digital world. Along with teaching and commissions, stained glass is her source of self-confidence and pride.

Milly's qualifications include a MA Masters in Glass (Distinction) from Wolverhampton University and a PGCE Post Graduate Certificate in Education from the University of Plymouth. She is also an editor for the Contemporary Glass Society and a member of the Devon Guild of Craftsmen. Milly has received various accolades for her work, including the Mivart Artists Award for Stained Glass and recognition in selected international exhibitions by the Glass Art Society.

Additionally, her stained glass can be seen in public commissions such as Abbeywood Community School and Patchway Health Centre Hub. Milly Frances shares her knowledge and skills through her website Everything Stained Glass, which offers free tutorials and online courses for beginners and those looking to improve their stained glass abilities. Her teaching philosophy is focused on filling the missing gaps in students' knowledge and nurturing their belief in their artistic abilities.

She wants students to experience the quiet joy that comes from creating beautiful stained glass pieces with their own hands. Begin your stained glass journey with Milly Frances today and unlock your creative potential