When Holistic Industries brought me in to photograph two of their flagship cannabis brands—Garcia Handpicked and Strane—I knew it would be a visual paradox.

During my recent session at Curaleaf’s Mt. Dora, Florida facility, I spent a full day capturing eighteen strains in stunning macro detail — the kind of photography that brings out every pistil, trichome, and resin-rich surface.

The Blueberry Crumb Cake by Evermore Cannabis is exactly what it sounds like — a dessert strain that smells like it came straight from a local bakery.

The Puffgo by Alchemist Cherlato Live Resin Sugar is not your average vape. It’s a 0.5-gram rechargeable disposable that’s preloaded with live resin sugar, not the typical distillate oil you find in most pens.

The long drive to Federalsburg was worth every mile. Macro cannabis photography at BL^CK MRKT didn’t just capture detail; it captured trust. For brands, that’s the real luxury: the confidence to show your flower under the harshest lens possible.

Luxury in cannabis is no longer about hefty packaging—it’s about revealing what’s inside, with every crystal intact. Macro cannabis photography and micro animation loops don’t just show quality—they amplify it.

Charm Biscuitz by BL^CK MRKT isn’t here to scream for attention — it doesn’t have to. This flower carries itself with that cool confidence only found in true craft cannabis.

Recently, I visited This Is Strane’s Cap Heights cultivation facility to create cannabis close-up photos of their flagship strains. From Lemon Marichino to Strawberry Runtz, each bud was a study in craft and care. But bringing these details to life wasn’t easy—and that’s exactly what makes this work so rewarding.

In this spotlight, we’ll break down what makes the Permanent Gas strain special, explore its lineage and terpene profile, and share a behind-the-scenes look at the recent studio shoot that brought its story to life.

In short, ShoreFest was the kind of gathering that reminds us why we fell in love with this plant—and this community—in the first place. We’ll see you next year. Bigger tent. Louder sax. Higher vibes. Same love.