Emily

@emilygracegoodrich

Weekend silversmith, photographer, writer, and illustrator on lək̓ʷəŋən land in Victoria, BC. Fan of bread, books, birds, bryophytes, bicycles, dogs, small things, and every craft ever. (she/her) www.emilygracegoodrich.com

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Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Jan 24

I’ve been quiet here as of late, maybe it’s overwhelm. Layered into the horrors of Iran and the unhinged behaviour down south, I am shocked and saddened by what’s going on in Sudan, and frustrated (but not surprised) by the election chaos in Uganda. And also, and also… (1/2)

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Dec 13

Them: Do you have any exciting plans for the holidays? Me: Absolutely! ☕️🎧

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Dec 4

I found all the birds. Just in case you wondered where they were.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Oct 8

I just finished the first draft of my book. It only took twelve years! Here it is in size 9 font, ready for a long date with a red pen. Come say hello on Substack if you’d like to follow my journey from draft to (hopefully) published book. substack.com/@emilygraceg...

A side view of a stack of printer paper in a black folder. There are blurred soft-focus houseplants in the background.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Oct 3

One of my favourite days of the month is my dog’s nail trim day. It’s a perfect excuse to grab a latte from the café across the street from the pet shop, then take a leisurely stroll through nearby Beacon Hill Park. This has turned my least favourite errand into a gem of a day.

A tan senior dog with a white face stands in the foreground on a sidewalk in a lush green park. On one side of the path is a colourful flower garden, on the other a lawn and a willow tree. There’s a street lamp ahead along the pathway and tall trees in the background.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Sep 14

I see you.

A seal with brown fur and white spots rests on a small rock just higher than the surface of the water. Its tail is lifted up, and its head is cocked to one side, as if examining the photographer.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Aug 21

There’s an older gentleman who spends five minutes giving my dog scratches every time we pass him in the park. A couple of times a week for years. I just walked past him and waved, sans dog, and he gave me a look of complete confusion. He has no idea who I am.

A tan dog with a black nose, his hair going white with age. He’s laying on a grey quilt with his head resting on outstretched front legs. His sleepy brown eyes and long snoot with black nose are pointed at the camera. His absolutely enormous satellite ears stick out sideways.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Jun 27

Chasing waterfalls this morning. Englishman River Falls and Little Qualicum Falls on Vancouver Island.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Apr 13

I’m having fun looking at these #starterpacknoai drawings and collages. I just have time for a quick doodle but here’s mine.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Mar 24

Woke up yesterday to these new friends in our terrarium. They appeared overnight and dusted the pitcher plant with spores. #fungi

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Mar 11

Sodalite and sterling silver.

Cobalt blue sodalite oval set in a sterling silver ring. The stone is surrounded by a thin halo of metal with radial texture marks.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Mar 10

Okay. One more piece of good news.

A close up of branches bursting with pink frilly cherry blossoms

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Mar 1

At least there’s some good news today.

Four pinky purple crocus flowers peek out of the lawn

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Feb 23

Pieces of something to come.

A piece of teardrop shaped turquoise rests on a pile of raw cut silver sheet metal - the pieces of a pendant that have not yet been soldered together.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Feb 19

Just an update on my local orange jelly fungus.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Feb 9

Haha. I did this over the summer on a camping trip with my sister. *Texts photo to husband: “There are bears on the beach!” *Drives into provincial park with zero reception for 24 hours.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Feb 6

If a campground manager ever says “Are you just here one night? If so, site C just became available and it’s only $10 more.” - take site C. It could be this. Feeling nostalgic for the warmer times when things felt more hopeful. Bere Point Campsite, Malcolm Island, BC

Pastel sunrise over a calm ocean with a fence made of bushes and haphazard driftwood in the foreground. The opening in the foliage leads down to a pebbled beach.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Jan 30

I was a beader before I learned metalsmithing, and I have to say that one of the coolest parts of picking up this new skill is being able to make my own components. I use to be confined to the whims of the craft stores, but now I can make posts and other bits in any shape I want.

Three pairs of brass earrings with gold chain set with pearl and labradorite beads. The posts are made from large and small U shapes, or mini hoops.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Jan 27

Summer road trip throwback while we wait for the frost to melt. These are from Little Huson Cave regional park on northern Vancouver Island. These limestone and rock arches and caves are a bit of a trek, but absolutely worthwhile. Blog link in bio.

A narrow blue river under limestone cliffs dripping with green trees, foliage, and moss.

Blue green pool of water under a cliff and verdant foliage.

A person dwarfed by a half-arch of limestone that rolls gently up from the rock floor. The arch supports a cacophony of green trees, ferns, and mosses.

A cave cut through rock by a river, leaving smooth rolling surfaces. The blue-green water level is low and a peek of distant foliage shows through the back of the cave.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Jan 25

Sunrise in Chemainus, BC.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Jan 20

Driftwood plant friends for my fern wall. There’s also a philodendron in there but there are no rules. This project involved a trip to the beach, a trip to my favourite plant shop, and the creation of a giant mess. Generally good stuff.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Jan 14

Here’s a random illustration of my dog, Neville. He’s getting old, struggling a little with stairs and taking constant naps. I just love him. He gave meaningful rhythm to my days during the most isolated parts of the pandemic. He still does. Anyway, dogs are the best. Tell me about yours!

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Jan 10

Due to a shipping snag, I’m out of silver and haven’t been doing the making I thought I would do this January. So here are some mushrooms on a tree in our local park.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Jan 2

Arrived early to an appointment yesterday so I went for a walk near the docks and got to spend a few minutes watching this seal swim around the marina.

A black and white speckled seal floats at the surface of the water

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Dec 23

This orange jelly fungus in my neighbourhood gets more interesting the worse the weather gets. The moss gets greener too. Looking small is how I’ve learned to enjoy this season of bare trees and grey skies.

Orange jelly fungus on top of a moss-covered log with wood-ear mushrooms growing from the underside.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Dec 16

I’m excited for the few days of rest and reflection coming my way at the end of this year. One goal is to finish up the last of the blog posts about the Vancouver Island roadtrip my sister and I did this summer. Here’s the first one. emilygraceetc.com/2024/09/15/v...

A squirrel nibbles a pinecone in the fork of a branch covered in moss. The limbs behind the squirrel drip with pale green lichens.

Half a dozen bright purple or orange sea stars cling to a rock above the waterline. Below them, seafoam green anemones covered in sand shrink into themselves where they are above water and unfurl their waving tendrils below.

A stream littered with fallen trees parts the forest into a clearing where it meets the ocean. In the distance, a forested mountain sinks into the bright foggy morning.

A brown slug chomping at the round tan mushroom it rests upon. The mushroom grows out of a mossy hillside on the forest floor.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Dec 11

I don’t use a traditional logo on any of my branding. Instead I use variations of my story in flowers. Poppies for my childhood in California. Matooke for the transformative near-decade I spent in Uganda. Salal for BC. Lilacs for my mom. And cattails and Queen Anne’s lace for my grandmothers.

A black and white floral line drawing of poppies, salal, plantain leaves, lilacs, cattails, and Queen Anne’s lace.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Dec 7

Did you know it snows in the Grand Canyon? You probably didn’t, and that’s the reason why the local gift shops do most of their business selling sweatshirts to tourists. But it does, and it’s pretty spectacular. These are from 2019.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Dec 5

It can be discouraging when a piece you love doesn’t sell quickly. But this holiday market season, I sold this necklace and two others like it that have been with me for years. A reminder not to give up and discount your work - maybe it just wasn’t the right time yet. #silversmith #craftmarkets

Brass pendant necklace with intricate hand sawn geometric designs, and abalone center.

Emily@emilygracegoodrich· Nov 29

Aforementioned lichen growing in a coastal forest, and context. This is Portland Island in particular, in BC’s Gulf Islands. Sometimes I get busy going to work and ordering pizza and forget that I live in one of the most magical corners of the planet.