Written By Jennifer Lipinski Canadian psychologist, Steven Pinker, once said that the art of photography is all about directing the attention of the viewer. Lit Studio, a commercial photography studio in Long Island, New York, does exactly that through their highly curated product shots. New York native and founder of Lit Studio, Keith Romanowski, is capturing a … [Read more...] about Get Lit with Keith Romanowski of Lit Studio
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Michigan Man’s Suit Blocks Licenses for NY Dispensaries
By Joanne Cachapero Variscite’s attorney said the injunction could be over tomorrow, but the state would rather litigate. In September, a Michigan man filed suit against the state of New York alleging the state’s licensing requirements for cannabis retail businesses discriminate against out-of-state applicants, based on an obscure piece of constitutional interstate … [Read more...] about Michigan Man’s Suit Blocks Licenses for NY Dispensaries
These Cannabis Activists Are Working to Lower Barriers in the Industry
Recreational cannabis is legal in 19 states and Washington, D.C. While the industry continues to expand, however, the barriers to entry remain high, especially for people of color. While some Black entrepreneurs including celebrities like Wiz Khalifa and Jay-Z have launched successful cannabis brands, certain states forbid those with felony convictions from even working in a … [Read more...] about These Cannabis Activists Are Working to Lower Barriers in the Industry
American Autoflower Cup 2023 is uniting growers and breeders on legendary Green Street in Los Angeles
In the past 10 years, we have seen huge breakthroughs in cannabis genetics, and nowhere is this more obvious than in the world of US autoflowers. Despite this massive shift, autoflowering strains are still sometimes thought of as a bit of an outcast when compared to the classic photoperiod strains. Nowadays, autoflowering strains are competing with (and oftentimes … [Read more...] about American Autoflower Cup 2023 is uniting growers and breeders on legendary Green Street in Los Angeles
5 Black-Owned Retailers You Need to Know About
The legal cannabis industry is growing rapidly. It’s predicted that U.S. medical and recreational cannabis sales could reach $33 billion by the end of 2022, according to data from MJBizDaily. But while white business owners make ludicrous amounts of money from their ventures, Black entrepreneurs still suffer the effects of the War on Drugs and struggle for support. In … [Read more...] about 5 Black-Owned Retailers You Need to Know About
