35N is a creative studio specializing in photography, video & integrated digital marketing solutions for cannabis brands

At Thirty Five North, we combine creative storytelling with data-driven strategy. From Cannabis photography and video to website design, SEO services, and email marketing, our team builds content that not only looks good but performs where it matters most.

Born from a passion for cannabis culture and a decade of experience in photography and marketing, Thirty Five North was built to give the industry the creative edge it deserves. Powerful visuals and smart strategy can transform a brand and we’re exist at this unique intersection to help cannabis businesses tell their story with authenticity and impact.

Meet mason

Mason Pain is a cannabis industry marketing professional who blends a decade of experience growing brands and guiding businesses toward their short and long-term goals with a lifetime of personal connection to cannabis.

Thirty Five North is the perfect expression of that blend where his creative passion meets deep industry knowledge. Working within this niche allows Mason to pair years of marketing strategy with cannabis-specific insight to help brands stand out and succeed. Mason is also the host of The Green Brief Podcast for Gies Law Firm, where he serves as Director of Growth and Licensing––a role that gives him a unique edge in regulatory awareness that is integrated into the creative campaigns he builds for clients.

WHAT PEOPLE WANT TO KNOW

What kinds of photography and video do you offer?

We offer professional cannabis photography and video services including macro product shots, lifestyle imagery, cultivation photography, dispensary visuals and cinematic or documentary style brand video and social reels. Our goal is to help cannabis brands showcase their products and culture in a way that connects with people.

Do you only work with cannabis companies?

Our specialty is cannabis marketing and photography, but we also work with brands in wellness, legal, construction and other industries. Cannabis remains our core niche, giving us unique insight into how to build compliant, creative strategies that help dispensaries, cultivators and cannabis operators stand out.

Don’t be afraid to reach out if you like our style.

How do you ensure cannabis marketing stays compliant?

With your help and great attention to detail. Each state has its own cannabis regulatory system, so we take those differences into account when designing websites, menus, packaging or print material. We apply baseline cannabis advertising standards to all digital and print designs, then cross-check with state regulations and coordinate with your compliance team for final approvals—ensuring your marketing is creative, effective and compliant before it ever goes live.

What makes Thirty Five North different from other cannabis marketing agencies?

Unlike general marketing agencies, Thirty Five North combines high quality cannabis photography and video production with proven digital marketing strategies such as SEO, email campaigns and web design. We understand both cannabis culture and compliance, creating marketing that is authentic, effective and legally sound.

Do you manage websites and ongoing cannabis marketing, or just design them?

We do both. Thirty Five North builds custom websites and menus, then supports them with ongoing SEO, content creation and email marketing campaigns if you wish. This full-spectrum approach ensures cannabis brands not only look professional online but also continue to grow their visibility and customer base without the restrictive community rules of social media.

Where can I see examples of your cannabis photography and marketing work?

You can view our cannabis photography and marketing portfolio directly on our website, or follow @macromase on Instagram for more gallery-style cannabis photography featuring flower, concentrates and branded campaigns.

What states do you service?

We work in all legal states throughout the country. We primarily service the midwest region with clients in Wisconsin, Michigan Minnesota and Illinois. However some of our core clients are in Oklahoma and New Mexico. We can travel to you or with you to capture what you need.

Why is it called thirty five north?

The name Thirty Five North is rooted in Mason’s journey with cannabis. He was born in Oklahoma City, where his work in cannabis began and today lives near Minneapolis—connected by Interstate 35 North. The studio’s name is a tribute to that road, a path that represents growth, movement and the countless creative ideas that formed along the way back-and-forth between homes.