Primarily self-taught, this ceramic artist went from a background in dance to being the queen of geometric cannabis accessories.
Who knew cannabis accessories could look so good!? Leah Lavergne didn’t ask for permission when starting her own smokeware ceramic business, HIGH NOON. She has made waves in the cannabis space by creating natural and geometric shapes that take inspiration from architecture and landscape design.
I can’t tell you that this is the way to go about it, but when I started out, I just went for it. I had a clear vision of what I wanted to put out there, and it blossomed into what it is now. When the orders for my handmade products started to get a little out of hand, I was able to lean on some entrepreneurial lady friends to help organize the flow of the biz. This is something I have to constantly remind myself to do. People love to help!
Everything! I love putting two+ heads together to make an idea come to life. For me, it’s much more fulfilling than going about it alone. I love having people to bounce ideas off of and keep inspiration flowing. We’re better together!
I fail daily, without a doubt.
Buying my very own kiln! They are costly pieces of equipment, and I knew that if I had a kiln I would eventually have to find a proper studio space to house it and my art practice. Best decision ever made. I feel so much more in control of my pieces that pass through my kiln and head out into the world.
I have found that “the zone” is often seemingly only accessible to me once the sun goes down. When that time comes, usually it’s house music that can keep me going until morning.
Landscaping! Urban, residential...whatever. I have such profound respect for beautifully executed landscape design. The shapes, the use of different materials, perennial gardens and all their colours.
Don’t wait for permission or approval from others. Not everyone will understand your vision. All you need is a strong head and belief that the world will be better because you chose to create and follow your passion.
I am an ever-changing artist and creative alongside an ever-changing space; you probably are too. One thing we may be able to agree on is that weed smokers come in all different shapes and sizes, which is definitely one reason why we have so much available to us now. Never be afraid of change; oftentimes, it can be for the better. Don’t let changes disturb your vision and purpose in life. Chat to someone in or around the industry about what it is you want to do and see. There’s always room at the table, and you just have to find your seat.
Briony Douglas is a Toronto based Visual Artist, Photographer, Director and Illustrator, catching eyes for the past few years now.
Briony Douglas is a Toronto based Visual Artist, Photographer, Director and Illustrator, catching eyes for the past few years now.
Thinking up ideas and making them sounds good.
Love in jewelry form, handmade by Embera Chami artisans in Colombia.
Soft and Sticky is a creation of jewelry and objects made from elements of play.
Soft and Sticky is a creation of jewelry and objects made from elements of play.