Wakan: A Celebration of Life and Art by Jim Yellowhawk
Thursday, February 12 2026 | 12 h 52 min | Fashion Frames, Optik Magazine
Wakan is a stunning metal frame featuring Jim Yellowhawk’s Sun is Life design. “The yellow and red triangles represent butterflies that carry our prayers to our creator,” says Jim — a powerful symbol of hope, transformation, and connection.
With its classic styling and artistic twist, Wakan is lightweight, comfortable, and versatile. Designed with adjustable nose pads and spring hinges, it ensures a perfect fit for everyday wear.
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About AYA Optical:
Celebrate Indigenous Art with Us!
We believe that art is transformative, and that eyewear can be the canvas to share stories and art from around the world. AYA Eyewear was first launched in 2009 in collaboration with renowned First Nations Artist Corrine Hunt and has continued to flourish and grow every year.
We are committed to the details and realize that beautiful design takes time, precision, and attention, so we don’t cut corners. We stand by our product. We treat our artists as our partners and make sure that their stories and art are always shared in the most heartfelt authentic way.
We take pride in our service and seek opportunities to give back to the communities we serve and the artist’s charities of choice.
AYA Eyewear is truly a brand that stands out from the crowd and is loved by Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities alike.
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