Brynn Casey: Portraits of the Creator

Hi there! I'm Leela, but you can call me Bear. I grew up next to the Savannah River in Augusta, GA - home of the Godfather of Soul and many restless ghosts. I graduated with a BA in English Literature, but my background has always been in art. Growing up I spent a lot of time talking to animals and drawing picture books and trying to sell them to my family for $.25. My mother is an oil painter and my father is a piano player. I really had no choice but to end up this way.

I am deeply inspired by strong artists and thinkers and part of my drive is to help other creatives trust in their full potential. That is the true motivation behind everything I design; I want you to feel inspired. I want to make beautiful objects that remind you of your own magic!

Go Forth Goods makes functional, high-quality leather goods in the USA. We design goods both for outdoor adventures and taking to work, guaranteed by a lifetime warranty. We also believe that being good means focusing on the details. That’s why we honor others who do good by giving back 10% in support of nonprofits we believe in.

We started in 2014 when our founder, Nathan Martin, had a cheap bag break on him right before a family trip. When he set out to find the perfect replacement, he couldn’t find anything American-made that fit his criteria for durability. When he couldn’t find what he wanted, he decided to make his own.

At Go Forth Goods we're doing our part to bring back the tradition of durable and classic American-made goods. We make leather bags and wallets like the ones our grandparents used--lovingly crafted pieces that you love to use and can pass on to the next generation. For this reason, our designs are crafted for simplicity and functionality, with elements inspired by leather goods from the 19th century.

Brynn Casey is a Georgia based artist living just north of Atlanta with her husband and pup. She fell in love with creating at an early age, gleaning inspiration from her creative mother. Brynn grew to know that the only thing she ever wanted was to be an artist, and pursued that dream by attending the University of Georgia for her degree in art. She received her BFA with an emphasis in drawing, and it was at this very school where she learned the discipline it takes to be a serious artist, the confidence it takes to accept criticism, and the bravery it takes to try new things. Her career began as a student, as she began to explore her love for the ocean landscape in all its forms. Upon graduation, she took this love story with the water with her and is continuing to explore it today in its many facets, claiming that it never gets boring to her, and remains ever challenging. Today, you can find Brynn at her studio in Roswell, GA painting the day away, getting lost in the waves.

Homespun is a wholesome dining experience that brings community back around the table. We offer in-home and corporate catering and chef services. Guests enjoy a fresh, seasonal meal prepared with the best hand-selected ingredients from the local markets. The purpose is not just to dine but rather break bread and share life.